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.
The map given illustrates the transformations in the ground floor of a library over the past 20 years.
Overall
, significant development occurred, including the difference in sections. If we take the two plans in combination, it is evident that the only thing that remains the same is the entrance and the adult non-fiction
books
. During
this
20-year period, the Central Library has experienced lots of changes. The most noticeable change was the removal of tables and chairs in the centre. At the upper left corner, CDs, videos and computer games are now replaced by storytelling events, sofas
together with
a shelf of children’s fiction
books
. Next to that corner is the upper right corner, in which the lecture room now stands. Adult fiction
books
are now transformed into all reference
books
,
whereas
its opposite section was added the information desk and self-service machines beside the adult non-fiction
books
.
Finally
, the reading room was turned into a computer room and across it is the cafe that used to be the enquiry desk.
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Vocabulary: Replace the words books with synonyms.
Vocabulary: The word "changes" was used 2 times.

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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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