Public Transport vs Road Expansion
Writing Task 2
Question
Governments should invest more in public transport than in road expansion. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Model Answer
Many people argue that governments should prioritise over new roads. Better buses and trains can cut congestion and improve in cities. However, road networks remain important for logistics and for communities with poor coverage. In my view, I largely agree with investing more in in dense cities, while still maintaining essential roads.
Glossary
public transport
Shared systems such as buses, trains, and metros that move many passengers.
air quality
How clean or polluted the air is, often worsened by traffic fumes.
mass transit
Large-scale public transport systems designed to carry high volumes of people.
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