Funding local facilities - Sample Test 1

C1 Advanced · Essay · C1 Advanced Handbook, Cambridge English

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 220–260 words in an appropriate style.

You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.

Write an essay for your tutor discussing two of the facilities in your notes. You should explain which facility it is more important for your local authorities to give money to, giving reasons in support of your answer.

museums

sports centres

public gardens

Museums aren't popular with everybody!

Sports centres mean healthier people.

A town needs green spaces – parks are great for everybody.

Your class has listened to a radio discussion programme about facilities which should receive money from local authorities. You have made the notes below:

Which facilities should receive money from local authorities?

Some opinions expressed in the discussion:

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