The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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The floor plans depict how a central public library changed over a period of 20 years.
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, it is evident that the main features underwent considerable developments as some new amenities were added, the location of several book sections has changed and some furniture has been removed. With regard to new facilities, a new café has been set up in place of the old inquiry desk, and storytelling events have been held in the
room
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where there used to be CDs, videos, and computer games. Considering technological advancements, new computers have been added to the former reading
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,
as well as
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self-service machines that were added right beside the café. As for book sections, with the exception of children's fiction
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, all other sections including adult fiction
books
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and reference
books
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are situated in the main central hall, out of rooms. The old children's
books
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room
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was converted into a lecture
room
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. It is worth noting that the tables and chairs in the centre of the library have been removed, and a new information desk was added right next to the self-service machines.
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Vocabulary: Replace the words room, books with synonyms.
Vocabulary: Only 6 basic words for charts were used.
Vocabulary: The word "changed" was used 2 times.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • layout
  • modern technology
  • computer stations
  • multimedia room
  • multi-purpose spaces
  • conference rooms
  • study spaces
  • community-oriented services
  • accessibility
  • wider aisles
  • ramps
  • designated areas
  • people with disabilities
  • cafeteria
  • coffee shop
  • leisurely space
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