IELTS Writing Task 2: 'zoo' topic U Some people believe that it is wrong to keep animals in zoos, while others think that zoos are both entertaining and ecologically important. Discuss both views. Here are some (band 7 or higher) vocabulary ideas. I've organised the vocabulary
according to different perspectives.
Positives of keeping animals in zoos:
1.
Environmental perspective: Zoos play an important role in wildlife
conservation. They help to protect endangered species. They allow scientists
to study animal behaviour.
2.
Economic perspective: Zoos employ large numbers of people. They provide
job opportunities and income for the local area. The money raised can be used
for conservation projects.
3.
Personal perspective: Zoos are interesting, educational and fun. They make a
great day out for families. Children learn to appreciate wildlife and nature.
Negatives of zoos:
1.
Environmental perspective: Zoos are artificial environments. Animals lose
their instinct to hunt for food. It would be better to save endangered species by
protecting their natural habitats.
2.
Moral perspective: Keeping animals in cages is unethical. We have no right
to use animals for entertainment. Zoos exhibit animals with the aim of making
a profit.
Thinking about topics from different perspectives is a useful technique. It helps you to
generate a variety of interesting ideas. I used this technique when thinking of ideas for
my ebook, and I encourage my students to use it when planning their essays.
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U IELTS Writing Task 2: education / practical skills U Several students have asked me to help them with this IELTS question: