The graphic compares means of transport used by travelers visiting New Zealand from five different nations.

Car trips were the most common among four out of five categories of visitors. 60% of the British visited the country driving a car, as did roughly one in two German and Korean, followed closely by 45% of Australian travelers.

Traveling by air and ferry was next on the list, with just below half of the German tourists in New Zealand opting for the former and about 55% of the Japanese for the latter. Meanwhile, the rest of visitors did not show as much preference to such transport types.

Coaches, however, were the least popular choice for three out of five traveler types. This little prevalence was most marked among Australian tourists, less than 10% of whom preferred this means - almost half the figure for the British and German.

In summary, the preferences for transport types varied widely across travelers, with most of them going for flights. While the other transport categories were not as popular, coaches were the least so.

P.S. That is an exceptionally nasty graph 🤬

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For sure, these tiny phrases are what a normal reader does not lingeringly think through 🙅

1️⃣ 'If done' (conditional phrase)

Task 2 essays would dive the examiner deep into the 8th or 9th level of contentment with such a grammatical unit placed properly in the script 💯

Example:

These regulations, if imposed nationwide, would probably address most grave issues.


2️⃣ 'bar' (meaning 'except')

Though formal, this expression bear much of what we refer to as a proficient grasp 👨‍💻

Example:

These regulations, if imposed nationwide, would probably address the most grave issues, bar a rebellious wave.

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It has been a matter of contention as to whether government-controlled policies should encompass the media we consume, so that immoral, sexually explicit, and potentially harmful content can be banned. This is certainly a rational idea as it safeguards vulnerable groups from such sources, but I also believe that authorities should protect our freedom and rights in accessing information freely.

Governmental censorship, nevertheless, would probably protect more impressionable groups, most notably children and the young, from prospective dangers of the prohibited content. Once propaganda, misinformation and disturbing images and videos are abolished, or at least legally restricted, from free access, parents and caregivers are to be relieved, though in part, from the burden of overseeing the internet usage of those in their care. This is much as in Uzbekistan where such an initiative is imposed nationwide and yielded tangible results ever since.

However compelling this view may be, some argue that this decision is dictatorial. Were the public to have a say in the verdict, a more well-rounded approach could possibly be achieved, since it allows all the parties involved to reach a compromise. This practice is prevalent in Western Europe, where voters express their consent as well as disagreement with policies that affect hugely their day-to-day lives. I, furthermore, contend that, if a delicate balance is maintained, an outright ban will not be viewed as critically, yet I admit the question of who would evaluate the validity, harmlessness and integrity of those websites remains moot.

In conclusion, though controversial, the issue of the total restriction of harmful online sources seems prudent as far as cognitive security is concerned; there is, however, a trade-off involved – undermined freedom to choose the content to consume. Therefore, I assert that it is essential to turn to a balanced solution, which would be mutually beneficial for everyone concerned.

Sources used: a 9.0-band essay issued by BC 9️⃣🔤0️⃣


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...to have a rich landscape contoured by X ✔️

👍 Example:

Germany, having a rich business landscape contoured by the start-up culture, comes out top. 🔝

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✔️ to call on something (to rely on something)

💎 Example:

The solution to such an issue calls on a number of factors, from social to cultural.

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📈 A healthy repertoire of skills...

⚡️Example:

Today's ever-competitive job landscape contoured by a pool of big-name companies compels a potential workforce to possess a healthy repertoire of skills to stay relevant and employed. 👍

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📈 Task 1 (fewer numbers, more explanation)


The graphs compare average rainfall levels on a monthly basis in two Brazilian cities: Brasilia and Salvador, in 2016.

Rainfall rates in Brasilia were comparably lower from September to November, declining by the mid-year to about 25 mm, an eight-fold drop from January, when an all-time high was recorded. This trend, however, did not sustain, as the figure then rebounded to the January levels.

A completely different pattern was observed in the other city, with its rainfall figures doubling by mid-spring to as much as 300 mm. From that month onwards, precipitation halved, further increasing by a slight margin. Notably, precipitation rates in this area trailed behind those of Brasilia only at the outset and the end of the timeframe.

Overall, in 10 out of 12 months, Salvador—where rainfall peaked in April and further plummeted—was the city with heavier rainfall, with that in Brasilia dipping in the mid-period and recovering afterwards.


3️⃣ questions to come up with once you read through this report:

- how diverse grammatical structures are there and why exactly are they used❓
- are standard phrases (like the beginning of the year, in the middle of Spring) paraphrased❓
- how flexible is the lexis ? Any new terms that would explain 20 words in 4 or 5❓

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✅ To factor something into something else (to include something into something else)

📗 Example:

When exorbitant costs, such as those of housing, healthcare and education, are factored into the state's budget, policymakers are not keen on the idea of distributing money into foreign companies.

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Exam prompt, 8.03.2025 🆕

In many countries a large percentage of food is being wasted.

What do you think are the causes of this problem?
What measures could best be taken to solve it?

Being on the rise, food waste has grown into a pressing issue all around the world. This worrying trend is largely driven by two major factors and can be alleviated if a set of socio-economic and environmental policies are implemented.

The root causes of ever-rising food waste, to a firm extent, are irrational aesthetic food standards. With the rise of social media presence in our lives, sharing videos and photos of exotic and aesthetically pleasant foods has become a norm, not to mention culinary attitudes shifting towards more intricate food textures and flavors. When such high expectations are not met, perfectly fit for consumption food is discarded, as it is on various TV shows where prominent chefs, in the pursuit of gaining popularity, attempt to showcase a healthy repertoire of culinary skills they possess. Modern influencers and bloggers are another culprit in this case, since they also often promote unreasonable practices, such as excessive purchasing of food and inefficient handling of leftovers in restaurants and cafes, or even at home. Although there are other reasons at play, from ineffective food transportation and inadequate storage facilities to overproduction, they account only for only a minority of cases.

However challenging this situation may be, there are countermeasures that could potentially mitigate it. One of these is fostering the incentivization of mindful distribution of surplus food—simply put, governmental influence on providing tax deductions or other financial bonuses to individuals and enterprises constantly reducing their food wastage can serve as a powerful tool. The other approach, which might be closely related to the one above, is legislative reforms encompassing environmental repercussions of food disposal; once stringent regulations—for example fines and certain restrictions—are to be factored into policies that regulate wastage of food in supply chains, consumers are bound to adhere to them not to run afoul of the law. In some supermarket chains of Germany, such initiatives have gained traction, with edible food being redistributed via apps to combat food insecurity in the disadvantaged regions. To maximize the efficacy of these methods, big-name companies along with renowned celebrities may also be involved, as part of endorsements or marketing campaigns, to aid governing bodies in stimulating public interest and efforts in diminishing food loss, but the costs incurred might not be always affordable.

In summary, having polarized across the world, the problem of food waste can be attributed to harsh standards of food aesthetics and the pursuit of boosting the standing. If authorities are to take a number of severe yet effective measures in the legislative and socio-economic realms, the adverse phenomenon will probably be ameliorated.

P.S. 🔼 The bold are components that bolster T/R

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🔼 To come to fruition (to be successfully completed)

👍 Example:

For this idea to come to fruition, public and private sectors should operate hand in hand.

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✔️ A cascading effect (a ripple, domino, knock-on effect)

💎 Example:

When regulations are not in place, it can have a cascading effect on the political fabric of the nation.

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✔️ To tilt the scale toward something (to influence the situation in favor of something)

🔔 Example:

The repatriation of museum exhibits would tilt the scale toward a boosted international standing.

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