CHỮA ĐỀ THI THẬT BAND 8.0+ IELTS WRITING TASK 2 NGÀY 04/05/2024

ESSAY INFORMATION:

Written by: Xuân Phi, 05/05/2024

Supported by: Ex-BC Examiner, 06/05/2024

Question:  Nowadays people use bicycles less as a form of transport. Why is this the case? What can we do to encourage people to use bicycles more?

(IELTS Academic – 04/05/2024)

ANSWER (8.0+):

The popularity of bicycles as a means of transportation has declined in recent years. This stems from the growth of sedentary lifestyles and electric vehicles, but can be tackled through measures implemented by governments and companies.

To begin with, the fact that fewer people cycle these days can be attributed to two reasons. The most compelling one is the rise of a more passive way of living. As a result, individuals often prefer less physically demanding modes of transportation, such as taxis or buses, over bicycles. This has led to the number of people using bicycles significantly decreasing. Additionally, those who previously cycled because of environmental reasons now have a greater variety of  choices. Companies such as Tesla and Vinfast have convincingly promoted environmentally friendly features of electric cars and motorbikes, undermining the urge for some cyclists to opt for bicycles to protect the environment.

However, a joint effort by the authorities and companies might buck the trend. For governments, they can launch a nation-wide campaign to promote the health benefits of cycling, which include building up muscle strength and resistance to diseases, while detailing the potential consequences of inactivity. If citizens are better informed of the pros of using bicycles, they will be more willing to use them when commuting. Businesses, furthermore , might introduce an incentive program to reward employees who cycle to work. In reality, some Vietnamese corporations such as VNG have established a small fund to partly financially support bike purchase and offer presents for those who cycle regularly, reportedly leading to increased bicycle usage among their workforce.

In conclusion, the decreasing trend of traveling by bicycles can be explained by the increase in a passive lifestyle and electric vehicle usage. Nevertheless, it can be addressed effectively by awareness campaigns by governments and encouragement programs by companies. If these solutions are executed systematically and wholeheartedly, we might well see the growth of the cyclist community in the coming years.

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