Sample Answer for Task 1

The graph illustrates employment patterns in the USA from 1930 to 2010 across four sectors: farming, fishing, and foresting; sales and office; industrial; and technical. Significant shifts occurred over this period.

In 1930, farming, fishing, and foresting dominated, employing 75% of the workforce, while sales and office accounted for 10%, and both industrial and technical sectors were at 2% each. By 1950, the technical sector grew significantly to around 7%, while other sectors remained relatively stable. By 1980, farming, fishing, and foresting had declined to 40%, with industrial and technical sectors rising to 13% and 10%, respectively. The most notable change occurred by 2000, when farming, fishing, and foresting dropped to 10%, while sales and office, industrial, and technical sectors each exceeded 20% of the workforce.

In summary, over the 80 years, the USA saw a marked decline in farming, fishing, and foresting employment, with significant growth in industrial, technical, and sales and office sectors by 2010.

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Sample Answer for Task 2

Opinions differ on whether children should begin formal education early or start school at an older age. I believe starting school early offers more benefits than delaying it.

Advocates of early education argue that young children learn more effectively due to their cognitive flexibility. Early schooling provides a head start in academics and helps identify talents. For example, in Vietnam, children often begin kindergarten at age 3 or 4, learning basic skills like addition. Talented students receive specialized training, preparing them for competitive academic environments. Early education also fosters discipline and social skills.

Conversely, supporters of later schooling believe it allows children more time to mature at home, learning from parents and exploring personal interests. This could lead to better integration into school later. However, this approach may limit social interaction and exposure to structured learning, potentially hindering soft skills like teamwork. Additionally, unsupervised time at home often leads to excessive screen time, isolating children.

In my view, early schooling is preferable, as it maximizes learning potential and social development, outweighing the benefits of delayed education.

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