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IELTS - Now and Then

  •  English    13     Public
    Comparing the past and present
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  • Entertainment is far better and more varied than it was in the past.
    Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
  •  15
  • ‘People felt much happier and more secure when everyone lived together in big families.’
    Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
  •  15
  • ‘Life’s more stressful today than it’s ever been before.’
    Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
  •  15
  • “Young people — especially women — have far more opportunities than their parents’ or grandparents’ generations had.’
    Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
  •  15
  • ‘Compared with thirty years ago, life is much more dangerous now, particularly in the cities.’
    Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
  •  15
  • ‘In general, most people are in better health today than at any time in history.’
    Do you agree or disagree with this? Why?
  •  15
  • In the past, communication was limited to face-to-face interactions, letters, and phone calls. 
    Compare with the way people do in present time
  •  20
  • Back in the day, people traveled by foot, horse, or carriage.
    Compare with the way people do in present time
  •  20
  • Education was once limited to the wealthy or those who lived in urban areas. 
    Compare with the way people do in present time
  •  20
  • Now, we have access to modern medicine, which has led to longer life spans and better quality of life.
    Compare with the way people did in the past
  •  25
  • These days, there are laws that protect workers' rights and ensure that they have a safe and healthy workplace. 
    Compare with the way people did in the past
  •  25
  • We now have more flexibility in our work arrangements, which allows us to balance work and life more effectively.
    Compare with the way people did in the past
  •  25
  • It is getting easier and more fun to relax and have fun. Now, we have a wide range of entertainment options, such as television, movies, video games, and social media.
    Compare with the way people did in the past
  •  25