The fourth section contains 10 practice writing tests, some of which have sample answers in the Key. In some cases, there are several sample answers for a task with different possible scores. The last Section contains the Key and the Appendix contains an example of the answer sheet which is used in the exam. | fîcaMc Oritlng Pradke f r ICLTS 13. They might have increased the chances of winning the prize a a fact b a possibility c a probability d a criticism 14. Asa result the programme will not work. a a result b a tentative result c a recommendation d a conclusion 15. On the spot fines for hooligans are totally unacceptable. a an opinion b a result c a tentative result d a measure 16. On the spot fines for hooligans are totally unacceptable to many people. a an opinion b a result c a general statement d a suggestion 17. Crime rates are increasing around the world. a a conclusion b a result c a general statement d an opinion 18. The measure shou Idn t be implemented. a an opinion b a result c a negative suggestion d a reservation 19. In rich countries not providing adequate accommodation for all members of society is a criminal act a an opinion b a result c a general statement d a conclusion Exercise 2 functions in more complex sentences The range of meaning in sentences is very wide but the way in which you need to combine sentences as you answer Task 2 in the IELTS exam is fairly limited. Look at your own essays and your friends . How wide is the range of functions you use Do you express each function in the same way each time You will see that the information and the ideas are combined with a limited range of functions. The sentences below combine two ideas in one sentence. Decide what meaning the part of the sentence in italics expresses and choose the appropriate function or functions from the alternatives a-d . Note that there may be more than one answer in each case. When you have finished this exercise compare the sentences and the functions with the previous exercise. Example Now do the same with the sentences below. totale Fradfe for BELTS 5. Although I agree with the. idea Jb sg semhÔ t a asiiggestiœ b a pipbal à . 6. Because more anfmtn moh h available for othérntw impàri ë . a an example ÿi i 7fl rëatt tiohçdùidfe fi lfiifitëf d fiu i tfisdç n ÿg î
