Your class has attended a panel discussion on facilities that should receive money
from local authorities. You have made the notes below:
Which facilities should receive money from local authorities?
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museums
sports centres
public gardens
Some opinions expressed in the discussion:
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“Museums aren’t popular with everybody!”
“Sports centres mean healthier people.”
“A town needs green spaces – parks are great for everybody
Most facilities are in need of funding to keep up with the current demand of
the population for modernization. Sports centres and public gardens should be
prioritized in regard to choosing where money is allocated as they would fulfill a
majority of necessities.
Technological development has had a crucial impact on the health of
individuals, as the rate of people who are sedentary or those who have stopped
exercising is on the rise. Funding sport centres could be a way to mitigate this issue as
more people would be drawn to trying out activities that interest them. For example,
most people are bored of the usual working out in gyms or simply walking. Running
tracks or swimming pools have more appeal for the general population and would
significantly increase the interest in practicing sports.
As urbanization reaches greater levels, it is easy to overlook green spaces as
unnecessary. However, they not only provide a place for people to spend their time,
but also improve air quality. Cities also tend to become heated during warmer seasons
and trap the heat, lowering the quality of life. The addition of green spaces implies a
reduction in harmful gases in the atmosphere, and an increase in satisfaction as it
helps regulate common problems found in cities.
Both facilities have their own benefits, but I believe public gardens have the
potential to achieve a greater quality of life, while sport centres aren’t as necessary.
You have recently taken up a new hobby which you really enjoy. Write a letter to a
friend telling them all about your new hobby.
Mention any special equipment or training that you need. Say what attracted you to
the hobby in the first place and why you find it so enjoyable. Say if you think they
would enjoy it or not and why.
Write your letter in reply. Word Requirement: 220- 260 words
Dear (friend)
In the past two weeks I’ve started weightlifting at your request, as a way to be
more active and take care of my health.
Even though I was relatively confused at the beginning, I am amazed at how
quickly I began to learn and discover new information! You know how long I’ve been
struggling with my weight and this turned out to be the most efficient way to help it.
In just two weeks, I started seeing a few differences: I am less tired during the day,
even if I do more physical exercise, more organized with my schedule, and most
notably, I’ve lost a few kilograms. You really hit the nail on the head with what was
missing from my free time!
As for the equipment, I decided not to buy a gym membership, but to purchase
basic tools: a barbell, a bench, some weightlifting disks and adjustable dumbbells. I
admit, it was expensive, but I believe I’ll make my money back if I stick with it. I
decided to follow a basic fitness routine that is split into five days a week and that
uses only the equipment I have .Moreover, going to the gym would have been a great
inconvenience since it is so far from where I live.
What do you think about my new hobby and how could I change it so it fits
my needs better? I look forward to your response!
All the best,
(Your friend)