M aster IELTS Essays
IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two
Negatives of City Life
Life in
cities has its drawbacks
The cost of living is higher than in rural areas
Some people d
not manage to find work
Housing is usually much more expensive
Homelessness and poverty are common on cities
There is a gap between rich and poor
Life in cities can
be extremely stressful
There are problems like traffic congestion and crime
Cities lack a sense of community
People do not even know their neighbor
Cities are sometimes described as “concrete jungles”.
Pedestrian Areas
Pedestrian zones in city centre can improve the
local environment
Banning cars encourages people to walk or cycle
Many European cities have built bicycle lanes
Dependence on cars is linked to health
problems like obesity
People who walk or cycle regularly are generally healthier
Pedestrian areas are safer and more attractive for both residents and tourists
