Remember to plan your essay before you start writing and leave time to review your work.
Writing Task 2
Write about the following topic:
Some people believe that individuals should be primarily responsible for reducing waste and increasing recycling, while others argue that governments and large companies should take the lead in waste management initiatives.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Sample Essay Outline
Body Paragraph 1: Individual Responsibility
Mind Map Ideas:
Personal choices impact waste generation
Daily purchasing decisions
Recycling habits
Composting practices
Individual awareness leads to collective change
Community influence
Setting examples for others
Direct control over household waste
Sorting recyclables
Reducing consumption
Reusing items
Body Paragraph 2: Government and Corporate Responsibility
Mind Map Ideas:
Infrastructure and systems
Recycling facilities
Collection services
Processing plants
Policy implementation
Regulations on packaging
Waste disposal laws
Corporate accountability
Resources and scale
Financial capacity
Technological capabilities
Wide-reaching impact
Body Paragraph 3: Balanced Approach (Your Opinion)
Mind Map Ideas:
Collaborative effort required
Shared responsibility
Complementary roles
Mutual support
Systematic change
Policy framework
Individual participation
Corporate compliance
Long-term sustainability
Educational initiatives
Infrastructure development
Behavioral change
Useful Vocabulary for Waste Management Topics
Waste reduction initiatives
Recycling infrastructure
Environmental sustainability
Corporate responsibility
Consumer behavior
Circular economy
Waste disposal methods
Environmental regulations
Resource management
Sustainable practices
Helpful Phrases for Discussion Essays
“While some argue that…”
“On the other hand…”
“From my perspective…”
“It can be argued that…”
“Evidence suggests that…”
“A balanced approach would be…”
“Taking everything into account…”
“In conclusion…”
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