Task 2 — Essay
Positive or Negative Development
A trend is described. Your job is to judge it — and stay judged.
- 1Technology
More and more people are using artificial intelligence tools to write and edit their work. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 2Society
In many countries, people are getting married later in life than in the past. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 3Work
An increasing number of people work in the gig economy with short-term contracts rather than permanent jobs. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 4Education
Many universities now deliver a large part of their teaching online. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 5Culture
English is becoming the main language of business, science and entertainment worldwide. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 6Health
People increasingly use fitness trackers and health apps to monitor their bodies. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 7Environment
Some countries are replacing natural landscapes with large solar and wind farms. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 8Urban life
Many cities are converting streets in the centre into pedestrian-only areas. Is this a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question - 9Technology
In many countries, children now spend more time on social media than they do with their friends in person. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Practise this question