Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out. In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how?

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English

is a gateway to the world and no one should be deprived of the opportunities that arise for those with a strong command of the

English

language.

This

does not mean that local

languages

are dispensable,

however

. They have an important role to play in supporting education, including

English

language education.

People

who insist on prioritising local

languages

are often those who can speak fluent

English

themselves. Advocates of minority

languages

need to be fluent in

English

in order to research their field and support the cause at international conferences. In doing so,

however

, they are

also

demonstrating why

English

is so important. Learning

English

allows

people

to gain knowledge, communicate with society,

further

themselves as individuals and have a global impact. It is unfair to willingly dispossess

people

this

ability in order to preserve tradition. But

this

does not mean local

languages

can be forgotten or downplayed.

People

are more likely to succeed – not just at learning

English

, but in employment and education generally – if they are immersed in a community rich in history and tradition. Local dialects are a part of

this

tradition. Efforts to regenerate and celebrate indigenous cultures in recent decades have demonstrated that the preservation of local

languages

and the teaching of

English

are mutually-reinforcing developments. In

this

way, the local language serves as the bedrock for learning

English

, rather than being an obstacle in need of removal. I think it is important for everyone to learn

English

but I feel it is unnecessary to frame learning

English

and keeping local

languages

alive as conflicting possibilities. Each goal supports the other. We should focus on how best to develop both

English

and local

languages

in particular

local contexts.

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Linking words
meeting the goal of 7 or more
3
Word repetition
meeting the goal of 3 or fewer
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Grammar mistakes
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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 4.0

Logical structure

Introduction & conclusion present

Supported main points

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 6.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 9.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 6.5

Complete response

6.5

Clear & comprehensive ideas

Relevant & specific examples

Appropriate word count

4 paragraphs

287 words

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Topic Vocabulary:

global communication
economic opportunities
cultural diversity
endangered
linguistic heritage
inclusive
multilingualism
language revitalization
language policy
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