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IELTS Writing Task 2: Problems/Causes & Solutions

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Link these sentences together: People in rural areas are affected by this problem. A large number of them have limited access to the Internet.

People in rural areas are affected by this problem AS/BECAUSE/SINCE a large number of them have limited access to the Internet.

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___________ it seems to be a relatively simple solution, it will take many years to implement.

Although / Despite the fact that

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Identify 2 errors: The one problem associated with the physical shops is their high running costs.

One problem associated with physical shops is their high running costs.

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Correct 3 mistakes: This solution is effective because can be implemented quick and cost-effective.

This solution is effective because IT can be implemented QUICKLY and COST-EFFECTIVELY.

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Make this sentence sound more formal: This is a great way to get rid of the problem.

Suggestion: This would be an effective solution to the problem.

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List 3 synonyms of "problem"

Suggestions: issue - challenge - reason - cause

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List 3 synonyms of "solution"

Suggestions: answer - key - remedy - resolution - possibility - step - action - measure

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List 3 synonyms for "become worse"

Suggestions: worsen - deteriorate - exacerbate - compound (often passive)

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List 3 synonyms for "improve"

Suggestions: advance - reform - enhance - upgrade - ameliorate - promote - alleviate

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