2016年4月21日雅思真题大作文
“An increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural environment. Why is this case? What can be done to reduce this problem?”
随着消费品的生产增加，导致自然环境的损害。这是什么原因?我们可以做什么来减轻这个问题?
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The high demand of consumer goods has led to the depletion of natural resources as well as environmental degradation. How to reverse this situation should be paid more attention and both the government and individuals should take responsibility for this.
The past decades have witnessed the expansion of human population, which results in the ever-growing requirement for various products such as food, clothing.Not only does this cause the decrease of natural resources, but also contributes to environmental deterioration. An example of this is that people cut down more trees for disposable chopsticks and furniture,leading to deforestation in many areas. This further causes some problems like soil erosion,droughts and change in temperature.
Another reason is that people lack environmental awareness.Otherwise,they would not live a throw-away life and cause some avoidable waste or pollution. A large number of people have not yet realized the importance of recycling, nor are they conscious of the households appliances can end up in landfill sites and these non-biodegradable products can have a destructive effect on the environment.
To cope with this problem, governments should firstly try to raise public's awareness for environmental protection and recycling. Besides,they should also invest heavily in some renewable energy resources such as nuclear, solar or wind energy. Meanwhile,ordinary people should make an effort to consume less and recycle more and classify rubbish in order to reduce the damage of waste.
To sum up, the increase of world population and insufficient environmental consciousness are associated with the issue stated.And to combat with it,every member in the society should take actions.
2016年4月30日雅思真题大作文
People's shopping habits depend more on the age group they belong to than any other factor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
和其他任何因素比起来，人们的购物习惯更多的取决于他们所在的年龄层，你在多大程度上同意或不同意?
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Some people think that age is the main factor that affects people's shopping habits but I think this is only true in some cases.
Generally,people would consider what to buy and where to buy by referring to their peer's choices. Children mostly tend to buy things like snacks and toys for fun because these are other kids'favorite. In contrast, when one turns to 40,they might spend more of their savings on family-oriented purchases like groceries and home appliances.Moreover, as age increases,one likes to rely on a few trustworthy shops while younger people are more adventurous and they are inclined to try new stores.
However,age factor is inadequate for explaining one's shopping preference.Financial condition is,in fact,more important.Some young adults who are struggling with tuition fees often look for discounts in malls, but the ones from rich families will be the opposite.Also,gender is another factor that can determine how one spends money.Typically,men are less likely hesitant when they are buying clothes whereas women would spend far more time in comparing before they make the final decision .Men mainly consider shopping as a way to buy necessary items but women would see it as entertainment so that's why they love to stay in a mall for the whole day.
To conclude,age is a common factor that shapes a person's shopping habits.but it is certainly not the crucial reason to explain most people s shopping behavior as financial condition and gender can have stronger impacts as well.
