Academic Writing · Practice test
Academic Test 10
Complete both tasks, then submit your writing to your teacher if you have an account.
Test conditions: you have 60 minutes for both tasks. Spend about 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2. Your answers are saved as you type.
20 minutes · at least 150 words
Task 1
The table below shows the percentage of a company's budget spent on five areas.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
| % of budget | 2000 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Salaries | 17 | 23 |
| Research | 17 | 31 |
| Marketing | 16 | 5 |
| Offices | 24 | 18 |
| Training | 26 | 23 |
40 minutes · at least 250 words
Task 2
In many countries, housing has become too expensive for young people.
What are the causes of this problem, and what measures could be taken to solve it?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.
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