FCE Essay

40 minutes Part 1: An essay question with prompts. Skills: agreeing or disagreeing, giving opinions, giving information or explanations, comparing and contrasting ideas and opinions, exemplifying, giving reasons and drawing conclusions. ^ ^

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Planning Steps

Underline key words Synonyms & topic vocabulary Brainstorm Select ideas Useful phrases

Every country in the world has problems with pollution and damage to the environment. Do you think these problems can be solved? Notes Write about: 1.transport 2.rivers and seas 3.……………..(your own idea) Underline key words

Every country in the world has problems with pollution and damage to the environment. Do you think these problems can be solved? Notes Write about: 1.transport 2.rivers and seas 3.……………..(your own idea) Underline key words

Synonyms & topic vocabulary problems pollution damage environme nt solved transport rivers & seas

problems issue, caused by, responsible for, concerned about pollution pollute, contaminate, poison, toxic, dangerous damage harm, destruction, contamination environme nt environmental, atmosphere, greenhouse effect solved solution, deal with, act transport vehicle, car, lorry, drive rivers & seas stream, ocean, marine, coastal, aquatic Synonyms & topic vocabulary

ProblemSolution transpor t rivers & sea 3 rd idea: energy Brainstorm

ProblemSolution transpor t air pollution – greenhouse effect- exhaust fumes – traffic – people use cars all the time less cars & lorries - electric cars – cleaner fuel - use public transport or walk or cycle rivers & sea factories -toxic wastes – sewage - poison - dangerous for sea animals – destruction of ecosystems new laws – treat wastes & sewage – clean water – protect ecosystems 3 rd idea: energy fossil fuels – greenhouse effect – acid rain - harmful renewable energy – hydro power – wind turbines – solar power - clean Brainstorm

Select ideas Introduction Paragraph 2 Problem: Solution: Paragraph 3 Problem: Solution: Paragraph 4 Problem: Solution: Conclusion

Introduction environmental pollution Paragraph 2 Problem: air pollution – cars – drive short distances Solution: drive less – cycle or walk Paragraph 3 Problem: factories – toxic waste – dangerous for marine life Solution: strict laws & fines – factories treat waste Paragraph 4 Problem: fossil fuels – energy for factories Solution: renewable energy – cleaner Conclusion these actions are solutions Select ideas

Useful phrases Introduction Paragraph 2 Paragraph 3 Paragraph 4 Conclusion

Introduction …is one of the biggest problems the world faces today – people are concerned about Paragraph 2 Firstly, nowadays, by doing this, therefore Paragraph 3 Secondly, according to, for instance, in addition Paragraph 4 Finally, for example, furthermore Conclusion In conclusion, I believe that Useful phrases

Introduction Linker: …is one of the biggest problems the world faces today – people are concerned about environmental pollution Paragraph 2 Problem: air pollution – cars – drive short distances Solution: drive less – cycle or walk Linkers: Firstly, nowadays, by doing this, therefore Paragraph 3 Problem: factories – toxic waste – dangerous for marine life Solution: strict laws & fines – factories treat waste Linkers: Secondly, according to, for instance, in addition Paragraph 4 Problem: fossil fuels – energy for factories Solution: renewable energy - cleaner Linkers: Finally, for example, furthermore Conclusion Linker: In conclusion, I believe that these actions are solutions Plan

Writing Steps

Pay close attention to plan Vary length of sentences Vary grammatical structures Use topic vocabulary Keep within word limit

Environmental pollution is one of the biggest problems the world faces today. Many people are concerned about the harmful effects transport and factories cause to the atmosphere. But what can we do to solve these problems? Introduction Rephrase question

Environmental pollution is one of the biggest problems the world faces today. Many people are concerned about the harmful effects transport and factories cause to the atmosphere. But what can we do to solve these problems? Introduction Rephrase question

Environmental pollution is one of the biggest problems the world faces today. Many people are concerned about the harmful effects transport and factories cause to the atmosphere. But what can we do to solve these problems? Introduction Useful phrases

Environmental pollution is one of the biggest problems the world faces today. Many people are concerned about the harmful effects transport and factories cause to the atmosphere. But what can we do to solve these problems? Introduction Useful phrases

Environmental pollution is one of the biggest problems the world faces today. Many people are concerned about the harmful effects transport and factories cause to the atmosphere. But what can we do to solve these problems? Introduction Topic vocabulary

Environmental pollution is one of the biggest problems the world faces today. Many people are concerned about the harmful effects transport and factories cause to the atmosphere. But what can we do to solve these problems? Introduction Topic vocabulary

Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air. Paragraph 2 Problem Solution

Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air. Paragraph 2 Problem Solution

Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air. Paragraph 2 Problem Solution

Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air. Paragraph 2 Useful phrases

Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air. Paragraph 2 Useful phrases

Paragraph 2 Topic vocabulary Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air.

Paragraph 2 Firstly, transport is responsible for air pollution, in particular cars. Nowadays too many people use their cars, even to go very short distances. Driving fewer miles would decrease the amount of pollution produced by cars. For instance, people could cycle or walk to their destinations instead. By doing this, they would damage the environment less and enjoy cleaner air. Topic vocabulary

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Problem Solution

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Problem Solution

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Problem Solution

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Useful phrases

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Useful phrases

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Topic vocabulary

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Topic vocabulary

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Vary grammatical structures

Secondly, according to activists, many factories dump toxic waste in our rivers and oceans, which is dangerous for marine life. Governments should pass strict laws to force factories to treat these poisonous substances before disposal. If they do not comply, they should be heavily fined. Paragraph 3 Vary grammatical structures

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Problem Solution

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Problem Solution

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Problem Solution

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Useful phrases

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Useful phrases

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Topic vocabulary

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Topic vocabulary

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Vary length of sentences

Finally, many factories use fossil fuels contributing to the greenhouse effect. The government should encourage manufacturers to use renewable energy, for example, wind turbines, to produce goods in a clean way. Paragraph 4 Vary length of sentences

In conclusion, I believe that all these actions are some simple solutions to help reduce pollution and protect our environment. Conclusion Your opinion

In conclusion, I believe that all these actions are some simple solutions to help reduce pollution and protect our environment. Conclusion Your opinion

In conclusion, I believe that all these actions are some simple solutions to help reduce pollution and protect our environment. Conclusion Useful phrases

In conclusion, I believe that all these actions are some simple solutions to help reduce pollution and protect our environment. Conclusion Useful phrases

In conclusion, I believe that all these actions are some simple solutions to help reduce pollution and protect our environment. Conclusion Topic vocabulary

In conclusion, I believe that all these actions are some simple solutions to help reduce pollution and protect our environment. Conclusion Topic vocabulary

Review Steps

Grammar Spelling Handwriting Vocabulary Punctuation

The examiner will always give credit for attempting to use complex language as long as any mistakes do not impede communication.

Make sure you haven’t repeated the same words or phrases several times in your the answer.

Although spelling and punctuation errors are not specifically penalised, they can sometimes impede communication.

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