The pie charts describe the proportion of volunteers six different sectors had in 2008 and 2014.

In 2008, educational volunteers made up about a quarter (24%), which was closely followed by the figure for those in the environmental sector, at 21%. The figures for sport and other sectors were identical, at 15%, which was 3% less than that for art, and by far the smallest percentage of volunteers was accounted for by healthcare professionals.

The shares of volunteers in all sectors changed in 2014, albeit to varying degrees. The figure for sport volunteers soared to a quarter. Similarly, volunteer pool in the environmental sector rose to 29%; however, there was a mere one-percent increase in the healthcare sector. In contrast, the proportions of volunteers in art and others both dropped by 6% to 12% and 9%, respectively. Finally, the figure for educational volunteers also declined, making up 17% in 2014.

Overall, in 2008, the highest percentage of volunteers was in the education section as opposed to the healthcare sector, which had the lowest figure. Six years later, however, the environmental sector ranked first in terms of the share of volunteers while healthcare volunteers still made up the smallest percentage. Furthermore, the share of volunteers in sport, environmental, and healthcare sectors grew, but the reverse was true for the remaining sectors.

#task1
220 words, #classwork
#Mukhammadali_Issues

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The line graph describes the changes in the amount of different kinds of meat consumed in a particular country in Europe over a 25-year period (1979-2004). Units are measured in grams per person per week.

From an overall perspective, the consumption of all types of meat fell with the exception of chicken. It is also worth mentioning that initially beef was the most consumed type of meat, but it was later surpassed by chicken. In contrast, fish was by far the least popular meat option for the entirety of the period.

Focusing on beef and chicken first, the former made up 220 grams of weekly intake per person in 1979, which dropped to 180 grams 2 years later. It, however, recovered quickly, reaching its all-time high of just under 250 grams in 1983. Over the years, the figure for beef dropped gradually, hitting a low of around 100 grams in 2004. As for chicken, though it was initially consumed in moderate quantities of about 150 grams, its figure subsequently grew to about 260 grams in 2004, making it the most common type of meat at the end.

Regarding lamb and fish, the weekly consumption of lamb stood at 150 grams in 1979, which had gone down to roughly 70 grams by the end of the period. Being the least favored type of meat, fish intake constituted around 60 grams in 1979, and it had dropped negligibly by about 20 grams by 2004.

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242 words, #classwork
#Mukhammadali_Issues

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It's cooking time ⚡️

Edit: hope we won't run out of sugar for cakes😉😉

Ready?

#results #sevenpointfive #alhamdulillah #2023 IDP PBI 22/July/2023

Age: 17
Attempt: 1
Start point: A&M program
Prep time w/ us: about 9 months.

This girl faced many challenges along the way; she sometimes had to take breaks for a couple of weeks due to the distance (a 2-hour drive every day) she had to travel to take classes here. But all of her efforts bore fruit. I wish you success in everything you do. You deserve more ⚡️

Teachers: Alisher & Mukhammadali. We also give no less credit to the student’s previous teachers.

Our destination is clear: TO THE STARS ✨

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#results #sevenpointfive #alhamdulillah #2023 IDP PBI 22/July/2023

Age: 16
Attempt: 1
Start point: A&M program
Prep time w/ us: about 7 months.

One could find Miss Mexrana and her friend Parichehra at school even late in the evening most of the time. This amazing result is a testament to how much work these girls put into their prep. A 7.0 in W was the cherry on top of the cake, of course ⚡️

Teachers: Alisher & Mukhammadali. We also give no less credit to the student’s previous teachers.

Our destination is clear: TO THE STARS ✨

⚡️@alisherposts⚡️
✨@ad_astra_school ✨

#results #sevenpointfive #alhamdulillah #2023 IDP PBI 22/July/2023

Age: 20
Attempt: 1
Start point: A&M program
Prep time w/ us: about 8 months.

Composed, strategic and diligent. These adjectives can describe Feruza Ubaydullayeva best, imho. By the way, she is a uni student and wants to follow in our footsteps to become an IELTS instructor. Good luck⚡️

Teachers: Alisher & Mukhammadali. We also give no less credit to the student’s previous teachers.

Our destination is clear: TO THE STARS ✨

⚡️@alisherposts⚡️
✨@ad_astra_school ✨

#results #eight #alhamdulillah #2023 IDP PBI 22/July/2023

Age: 20
Attempt: 2 (7.0)
Start point: A&M program
Prep time w/ us: about 10 months.

After Mekhrangiz scoring 7.0 on her first try, we knew that she was underrated. This is what you call a comeback in style after a couple more months of intensive prep, with each section being no less than 7.0. Congrats and welcome aboard ⚡️

Teachers: Alisher & Mukhammadali. We also give no less credit to the student’s previous teachers.

Our destination is clear: TO THE STARS ✨

⚡️@alisherposts⚡️
✨@ad_astra_school ✨

#results #eight #alhamdulillah #2023 IDP PBI 22/July/2023

Age: 16
Attempt: 2 (6.5) (first attempt with us)
Start point: A&M program
Prep time w/ us: about 7 months.

Frankly speaking, this 8.0 was quite unexpected, because this girl was rarely among top 5 during regular mock tests. However, Parichehra was able to prove us all wrong and realize her true potential in the test. That's why I always tell our students that exam results are always surprising. May your life be filled with such pleasant surprises Parichehra ⚡️

Teachers: Alisher & Mukhammadali. We also give no less credit to the student’s previous teachers.

Our destination is clear: TO THE STARS ✨

⚡️@alisherposts⚡️
✨@ad_astra_school ✨

Schools help prepare students for academic success and exams. Therefore, cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school, as they can be best taught parents and friends.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

One of the main objectives of schools is to help students prepare for exams and succeed academically. That's why, there’s a view that cookery and craftsmanship classes like dressmaking and woodwork have no place in the school curriculum, for they can be taught most effectively by family and friends. I personally disagree with this view.

There are two main reasons why it might be argued that schools should exclude cookery and craftsmanship classes. One is that the school curriculum is already full, and making schoolchildren study these subjects puts an extra strain on them. An average schoolchild studies 5 classes per day, and they have to complete homework for each subject during off-school hours. Therefore, including a couple more subjects means more homework and an inadequate amount of rest. Another reason is the question of preference and interest. In other words, these subjects are likely of secondary importance, so forcing everyone to study them is a waste of resources and time. If necessary, school children can master these skills from their friends and/or parents.

Nevertheless, I am still in favor of teaching students how to cook, sew and make wooden objects at school. First and foremost, these subjects would provide a source distraction. The majority of subjects - including but not limited to math, physics and chemistry - are mentally demanding, but making something out of wood, for example, creates a diversion, thereby making knowledge acquisition more efficient. Secondly, albeit no less significantly, these extra subjects help prepare students for future life. Not all students, in fact, want to pursue their studies after school; some might not even know what do with their lives. By studying cooking, for instance, they can form an interest in it and become master chefs. Hence, the role of these subjects in students' academic and future life is essential.

In conclusion, although it might be said that school curriculum is already packed and that there are issues of interest when it comes to cookery and craftsmanship classes, I would argue that these subjects are a source of positive distraction and a facilitator for future job choice. Therefore, these subjects should be seen as useful and complementary, rather than unnecessary.

#task2 #alisher_types #agree_disagree #aGoodOne

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4/8/2023 Summary (overdue)

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Band 6.5 - 1x

☀️☀️
Band 7.0 - 1x

⚡️⚡️
Band 7.5 - 7x

🔥🔥
Band 8.0 - 3x

Destination is clear: TO THE STARS

#day_summary

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Today's task 1 question ⬆️

Some people think that it is necessary to travel abroad to learn about other countries, but others think that it is not necessary to travel abroad because all the information can be seen on TV and the internet.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

While some argue people should travel abroad to discover about other countries and cultures, others suggest widespread access to online information and TV renders travelling unnecessary. I personally support the former view for two reasons.

True, the availability of information about other countries on the Internet and TV can mean that no travelling is needed to explore the world. Unlike in the past, people now have instant and free access to an extensive range of information about virtually any country: whether it be its culture or tourist attractions, one is more often than not guaranteed to find relevant insights and references online about another country. More interesting is the fact that such information is available in video formant more than ever, meaning people can visually experience the culture and beauty of another country in the comforts of their homes.

I, on the other hand, adamantly support travelling abroad for an optimal and enjoyable learning experience of another country. First of all, visiting another country in person allows the traveler to have a first-hand experience of that country. Compared to the vicarious experience of learning about another country online or on TV, people develop thorough insights into a particular country by exploring its culture and lifestyles through their own lenses. As a result, they gain a deeper understanding of that country. Additionally, traveling itself can be a gratifying experience seeing as people can make lasting memories by taking photos and immersing themselves in a new culture and its context. This way, not only do they acquire new insights into another country, but also have an opportunity to indulge themselves in an enjoyable experience.

In conclusion, ease of access to information online and on TV has made it unnecessary to travel abroad to find out about other countries, yet I implore people to consider travelling for ideal and fulfilling learning outcomes.

#task2
309 words, #classwork
#Mukhammadali_Issues

⚡️@alisherposts⚡️

The line graph describes how many stores were shut down and opened in a particular country in the space of 7 years (2011-2018).

Overall, the number of openings and closures both went down, albeit to varying degrees. Of particular note is the fact that while there were more openings than closures initially, the reverse was true at the end of the period.

In detail, the number of shops opened was at its all-time high of 8,500 in 2011 before it plunged to 4,000 the year after. The figure picked up afterwards, gradually rising to 6,000 in 2014, but the following year it dropped to 4,000 again. Subsequent two years the number of new shops opened virtually stood steady, but it went down by another 1,000 in the year 2008.

The number of closures followed a somewhat different trajectory to that of openings. It stood at around 6,500 in 2011, thereafter which it rose to a chart high of 7,000 two years later. Following that, it dropped to its initial point in 2014 before nose-diving to its all-time low of 500 in 2015. A year later, however, just over 5,000 shops were closed, a trend which persisted till the end of the period.

#task1
202 words, #classwork
#Mukhammadali_Issues