Cambridge IELTS 13 Test 3 Writing Task 1 & 2

CAMBRIDGE IELTS 13 GT TEST 3 WRITING TASKS

Writing Task 1

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to bring to your notice the poor system of waste collection in my area. The frequency and method of picking up garbage is inefficient and erratic. This has led to a slew of problems for the residents.

First of all, the corporation lorry designated to collect waste does not have a spill proof method. It has been spreading garbage in the city for many years now. Secondly, the timing of collecting waste is not predictable. On some days the pick-up truck arrives when the bin is virtually empty and on the other days, the bin overflows and the surrounding place is filled with filth. This in turn turns into a fertile breeding ground for insects, leading to a host of health problems for residents.

To address the aforementioned problems caused by poor waste collection methods, I humbly request you to ask the corporation to adopt best practices to ensure our locality is spick and span.

I look forward to your positive response.

Yours sincerely,
XXX

Word count – 168

Time taken – 13 mins

Writing Task 2

In general, films serve as a means of entertainment for people. They watch movies to de-stress– to forget their studies and work for a couple of hours. Some people are of the opinion that it is more convenient to see films on mobile phones or tablets while others believe that one has to go to the cinema hall for holistic experience. I think watching films in the theater is more immersive and appeals to most of our senses.

On the one hand, the initiative of the government to welcome foreign players like Amazon Prime, Netflix has proved to a boon for people who find it cumbersome to book tickets, stand in queue and at times tolerate the antics of other ardent fans – whistles, snide remarks, or parallel commentary. Movie-goers are more than happy being ensconced in their sofa, munching on their favorite snack & watching a movie of their choice without any external disturbances.

Conversely, there are people who believe in not just watching the movie, but also being part of it, thanks to theaters like iMax, 3D, 4D or even 5D. Experiencing surround sound that reverberates in one’s ears, witnessing breathtaking visuals, and watching one’s favorite star in a large 70 mm or 90 mm screen. All these and more cannot be equaled by phones or tablets. Adding to the glee is the option of getting one’s desired snack delivered to the seat.

In sum, watching movies on one’s gadget is very limiting besides straining our eyes, whereas seeing films from a comfortably long distance, enhanced with stunning visuals and sound effects, in a cinema hall is more rewarding.

Word count – 270

Time taken – 32 mins