CELPIP Writing Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions

CELPIP Writing Task 2 Sample Answer: Greener Living: City Waste Solutions Survey

Your city is crafting a new waste management plan and seeks resident views after debates on recycling versus composting. They’ve sent a survey to pick one funded initiative, aiming to cut landfill use and improve…

Time

26 minutes

Length

150–200 words

Structure

Choose Option A or B and support it

The question

Which option do you prefer? Why?

-Option A: Expand recycling programs.

-Option B: Introduce composting services.

Excellent answer: around CLB 11–12

Supporting Option A makes sense as enhancing recycling programs offers a broad, scalable way to reduce waste. Better infrastructure and awareness can divert tons of recyclables from landfills, saving resources and easing environmental strain. Composting targets just organic waste, with spotty uptake, while recycling’s wider reach ensures bigger sustainability gains. This choice maximizes impact across households and businesses. More bins mean less litter, and education builds habits for life. It aligns with global eco-goals too. Long-term, it’s the smarter path forward.

81 words

Good answer: around CLB 7–8

Option A stands out since expanding recycling programs benefits the whole community. Adding bins and educating residents will boost participation and cut landfill waste. Composting helps with organic stuff, but recycling tackles a wider range like plastic and paper. This makes it a more practical and effective fix for waste issues. Clear signs and lessons can get kids and adults sorting better. It saves energy by reusing materials too. Overall, it’s a bigger win for a greener city.

78 words

Basic answer: around CLB 4–5

Option A works well because recycling helps the environment. More bins and teaching people how to sort waste will make it easy to do. Composting is good, but not everyone has food scraps to use it. Recycling handles all kinds of trash, so it’s better for the city. Plastic bottles, cans, and paper all get a second life. It’s something everyone can join in on daily. Plus, it keeps the streets cleaner with more places to toss stuff right.

79 words

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