Expressions to memorize

1) There is a decline in the numbers of lynxes. (usually negative)
The decline in the number of tourists.

2) It is extremely important that we finish this project on time.
It is crucial that we finish this project on time. 

3) Tigers are an endangered species.
Tigers are a threatened species.
Bees are becoming threatened by the use of pesticides.

4) Forests are disappearing very quickly.
Unemployment is increasing at an alarming rate. (usually negative)

5) Preventing climate change is becoming more and more difficult.
Preventing climate change is becoming increasingly difficult.
Language learning has become increasingly important.

6) We were very confused trying to understand the menu in Chinese.
We were very puzzled trying to understand the menu in Chinese.

7) Everybody in our group was unhappy with the service at the restaurant.
Everybody in our group was dissatisfied with the service at the restaurant.

8) The tourists were all very happy after the party.
The tourists were all very content after the party.

9) We thought the Swiss mountain scenery was incredibly beautiful.
We thought the Swiss mountain scenery was breathtaking.
Some of their football was breathtaking, a delight to watch. 

10) He didn’t get up in time, so he missed the bus.
He failed to get up in time, so he missed the bus.

FCE Writing Paper (Part 1)
Write an essay using all the notes and give reasons for your points of view.
People need to do more to protect the environment. Do you agree?

Notes:
1, Recycling
2. Using bicycles and public transport
3. .......... (your own idea)

People need to do more to protect the environment. Do you agree?

The topic of the environment is an increasingly worrying issue. How much consumers should be involved in caring for our planet is a subject that needs to be discussed.

We should all feel dissatisfied with the current situation of waste. Recycling is available to all of us. Providing local governments place bins near our home, surely, the consumer alone must be responsible for their own recycling.

Secondly, taking the bicycle or public transport instead of the car is an option we should all choose. On the other hand, if local government fails to provide proper bicycle lanes or transport services, our choice may be limited.

Thirdly, as forests disappear at an alarming rate, and animal and plant habitats decline, consumers need to make better choices when shopping to protect our threatened ecosystems. Therefore, it is crucial we buy more goods that come only from renewable forests, and clothing and food produced ecologically.

In conclusion, I find it puzzling that so many people believe irresponsible governments alone will take care of our planet. We should not feel content that everything will be done for us. Instead, both governments and consumers must become more involved.
(194 words)

The word not used in the essay was 'breathtaking'.
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