IELTS preparation materials

 Fewer young people play sports these days.  Why is this?  What can be done to encourage more young people to do sports? Vocabulary : Sedentary lifestyle: Definition: A way of life that involves little or no physical activity. Example sentence: The rise of sedentary lifestyles, characterized by excessive screen time and lack of exercise, has contributed to the decline in sports participation among young people. Inactivity epidemic: Definition: A widespread and significant lack of physical exercise. Example sentence: The current inactivity epidemic among the youth is a cause for concern, as it leads to numerous health issues and diminishes the overall well-being of individuals. Exacerbate: Definition: To make a problem, situation, or negative feeling worse. Example sentence: The proliferation of digital devices has exacerbated the decline in youth sports participation, as young people spend more time indoors and less time engaging in physical activities. Disinclined: Defin...

Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology.  Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Vocabulary : Salient (adj.) - Prominent, significant, or important. Example: The salient issue in the debate on university subjects is the balance between student autonomy and practicality. Debatable (adj.) - Open to discussion or argument; subject to differing interpretations. Example: The selection of university subjects is a debatable topic that elicits diverse viewpoints. Autonomy (n.) - Independence or self-governance; the freedom to make decisions or choices. Example: Proponents argue that students should have autonomy in selecting their preferred subjects at university. Curricula (n.) - Plural form of "curriculum," referring to the courses and educational content offered by an institution. Example...