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1、People have different views about how governments should measure their countries progress. While economic progress is of course essential, I agree with those who believe that other measures of progress are just as important.There are three key reasons why economic growth is seen as a fundamental goa

2、l for countries. Firstly, a healthy economy results in job creation, a high level of employment, and better salaries for all citizens. Secondly, economic progress ensures that more money is available for governments to spend on infrastructure and public services. For example, a government with highe

3、r revenues can invest in the countrys transport network, its education system and its hospitals. Finally, a strong economy can help a countrys standing on the global stage, in terms of its political influence and trading power.However, I would argue that various other forms of progress are just as s

4、ignificant as the economic factors mentioned above. In particular, we should consider the area of social justice, human rights, equality and democracy itself. For example, the treatment of minority groups is often seen as a reflection of the moral standards and level of development of a society. Per

5、haps another key consideration when judging the progress of a modern country should be how well that country protects the natural environment, and whether it is moving towards environmental sustainability. Alternatively, the success of a nation could be measured by looking at the health, well-being

6、and happiness of its residents.In conclusion, the economy is obviously a key marker of a countrys success, but social, environmental and health criteria are equally significant.（262 words, band 9）As well as making money, businesses also have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or di

7、sagree?Businesses have always sought to make a profit, but it is becoming increasingly common to hear people talk about the social obligations that companies have. I completely agree with the idea that businesses should do more for society than simply make money.On the one hand, I accept that busine

8、sses must make money in order to survive in a competitive world. It seems logical that the priority of any company should be to cover its running costs, such as employees wages and payments for buildings and utilities. On top of these costs, companies also need to invest in improvements and innovati

9、ons if they wish to remain successful. If a company is unable to pay its bills or meet the changing needs of customers, any concerns about social responsibilities become irrelevant. In other words, a company can only make a positive contribution to society if it is in good financial health.On the ot

10、her hand, companies should not be run with the sole aim of maximising profit; they have a wider role to play in society. One social obligation that owners and managers have is to treat their employees well, rather than exploiting them. For example, they could pay a “living wage” to ensure that worke

11、rs have a good quality of life. I also like the idea that businesses could use a proportion of their profits to support local charities, environmental projects or education initiatives. Finally, instead of trying to minimise their tax payments by using accounting loopholes, I believe that company bo

12、sses should be happy to contribute to society through the tax system.In conclusion, I believe that companies should place as much importance on their social responsibilities as they do on their financial objectives.More and more people are migrating to cities in search of a better life, but city lif

13、e can be extremely difficult. Explain some of the difficulties of living in a city. How can governments make urban life better for everyone?Cities are often seen as places of opportunity, but there are also some major drawbacks of living in a large metropolis. In my opinion, governments could do muc

14、h more to improve city life for the average inhabitant.The main problem for anyone who hopes to migrate to a large city is that the cost of living is likely to be much higher than it is in a small town or village. Inhabitants of cities have to pay higher prices for housing, transport, and even food.

15、 Another issue is that urban areas tend to suffer from social problems such as high crime and poverty rates in comparison with rural areas. Furthermore, the air quality in cities is often poor, due to pollution from traffic, and the streets and public transport systems are usually overcrowded. As a

16、result, city life can be unhealthy and stressful.However, there are various steps that governments could take to tackle these problems. Firstly, they could invest money in the building of affordable or social housing to reduce the cost of living. Secondly, politicians have the power to ban vehicles

17、from city centres and promote the use of cleaner public transport, which would help to reduce both air pollution and traffic congestion. In London, for example, the introduction of a congestion charge for drivers has helped to curb the traffic problem. A third option would be to develop provincial t

18、owns and rural areas, by moving industry and jobs to those regions, in order to reduce the pressure on major cities.In conclusion, governments could certainly implement a range of measures to enhance the quality of life for all city residents.（273 words, band 9）In some countries, many more people ar

19、e choosing to live alone nowadays than in the past. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?In recent years it has become far more normal for people to live alone, particularly in large cities in the developed world. In my opinion, this trend could have both positive and negative con

20、sequences in equal measure.The rise in one-person households can be seen as positive for both personal and broader economic reasons. On an individual level, people who choose to live alone may become more independent and self-reliant than those who live with family members. A young adult who lives a

21、lone, for example, will need to learn to cook, clean, pay bills and manage his or her budget, all of which are valuable life skills; an increase in the number of such individuals can certainly be seen as a positive development. From an economic perspective, the trend towards living alone will result

22、 in greater demand for housing. This is likely to benefit the construction industry, estate agents and a whole host of other companies that rely on homeowners to buy their products or services.However, the personal and economic arguments given above can be considered from the opposite angle. Firstly

23、, rather than the positive feeling of increased independence, people who live alone may experience feelings of loneliness, isolation and worry. They miss out on the emotional support and daily conversation that family or flatmates can provide, and they must bear the weight of all household bills and

24、 responsibilities; in this sense, perhaps the trend towards living alone is a negative one. Secondly, from the financial point of view, a rise in demand for housing is likely to push up property prices and rents. While this may benefit some businesses, the general population, including those who liv

25、e alone, will be faced with rising living costs.In conclusion, the increase in one-person households will have both beneficial and detrimental effects on individuals and on the economy.（band 9）Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they sh

26、ould only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology.Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.People have different views about how much choice students should have with regard to what they can study at university. While

27、some argue that it would be better for students to be forced into certain key subject areas, I believe that everyone should be able to study the course of their choice.There are various reasons why people believe that universities should only offer subjects that will be useful in the future. They ma

28、y assert that university courses like medicine, engineering and information technology are more likely to be beneficial than certain art degrees. From a personal perspective, it can be argued that these courses provide more job opportunities, career progression, better salaries, and therefore an imp

29、roved quality of life for students who take them. On the societal level, by forcing people to choose particular university subjects, governments can ensure that any knowledge and skill gaps in the economy are covered. Finally, a focus on technology in higher education could lead to new inventions, e

30、conomic growth, and greater future prosperity.In spite of these arguments, I believe that university students should be free to choose their preferred areas of study. In my opinion, society will benefit more if our students are passionate about what they are learning. Besides, nobody can really pred

31、ict which areas of knowledge will be most useful to society in the future, and it may be that employers begin to value creative thinking skills above practical or technical skills. If this were the case, perhaps we would need more students of art, history and philosophy than of science or technology

32、.In conclusion, although it might seem sensible for universities to focus only on the most useful subjects, I personally prefer the current system in which people have the right to study whatever they like.（297 words, band 9）Some people who have been in prison become good citizens later, and it is often argued that these are the best people to talk to teenagers about the dange