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IELTS Model Answers

Minority and Indigenous Languages

Academic

Writing Task 2

CultureEducation

Question

Hundreds of minority languages are disappearing as young people prefer dominant global languages for study and work. Some think governments should actively protect these languages; others see this change as a natural part of progress. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Model Answer

When a language dies, stories and traditions can be lost forever. Schools and media can help keep small languages alive. But young people need English or other big languages for jobs abroad. In my opinion, governments should support bilingual education so children learn both.

Glossary

minority languages

Languages spoken by a smaller group within a country or region.

intangible heritage

Cultural practices, knowledge, and expressions passed between generations, not physical objects.

transaction costs

Time, effort, or expense involved in exchanging information or doing business.

lingua franca

A language used for communication between speakers of different native languages.

My own position is that

Clearly signals your thesis in a discussion essay.

community-led stewardship

Local people taking primary responsibility for protecting and using a resource or tradition.

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