The graph below shows uk acid rain emissions, measured in millions of tonnes, from four different sectors between 1990 and 2007

Task one

The graph below shows UK acid rain emissions, measured in millions of tonnes, from four different sectors between 1990 and 2007.

1. Emissions from electricity, gas and water supply fell dramatically to only 0.5 million tonnes in 2007, a drop of almost 3 million tonnes. 2. In 1990, around 3.3 million tonnes of acid rain emissions came from the electricity, gas and water sector. 3. While acid rain gases from the domestic sector and other industries fell gradually, the transport sector saw a small increase in emissions, reaching a peak of 1 million tonnes in 2005. 4. The line graph compares four sectors in terms of the amount of acid rain emissions that they produced over a period of 17 years in the UK.
5. It is clear that the total amount of acid rain emissions in the UK fell considerably between 1990 and 2007. 6. The transport and communication sector was responsible for about 0.7 million tonnes of emissions, while the domestic sector produced around 0.6 million tonnes. Just over 2 million tonnes of acid rain gases came from other industries. 7. The most dramatic decrease was seen in the electricity, gas and water supply sector.

Task two

Extreme sports such as sky diving and skiing are very dangerous and should be
banned.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?
1. I completely disagree with the idea that these sports are too dangerous, and I therefore believe that they should not be banned.
2.In my opinion, so-called extreme sports are not as dangerous as many people think.
3.While I support regulations and safety measures, I believe that it would be wrong, and almost impossible, to ban extreme sports.
4.In recent years, extreme sports have become increasingly popular, and some people argue that governments should prohibit them
5.All sports involve some element of risk, and there should always be clear regulations and safety procedures to reduce the possibility of accidents.
6.In the first place, we should all be free to decide how we spend our leisure time; as long as we understand the risks, I do not believe that politicians should stop us from enjoying ourselves
7.People who take part in extreme sports are usually required to undergo appropriate training so that the dangers are minimized.
8.However, an even stronger argument against such a ban would be the difficulty of enforcing it
9.Many of the most risky sports, like base jumping or big wave surfing, are practised far away from the reach of any authorities.
10.I cannot imagine the police being called to stop people from parachuting off a mountain face or surfing on an isolated beach.
11.In conclusion, I would argue that people should be free to enjoy extreme sports as long as they understand the risks and take the appropriate precautions.
12.Finally, the protective equipment and technology used in sports from motor racing to mountain climbing is constantly improving
safety.
13.For example, anyone who wants to try skydiving will need to sign up for lessons
with a registered club, and beginners are not allowed to dive solo; they must be
accompanied by an experienced professional.