Microsoft Word ielts writing Task 2 Actual Tests 2015 2016 2017 & Sample Answers docx

Useful Vocabulary & Expressions:
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Counterproductive (adj): 
having an effect that is opposite to the one intended or 
wanted
Example: Improved traffic infrastructures such as broadened roads can be 
counterproductive as they encourage people to drive faster.
 
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Role model (noun phrase): 
a person who is admired and whose behaviour is copied
Example: Many sports stars are the role models for thousands of young people. 
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Prominent (adj): 
very well-known and important
Example: Many prominient inventors in history had their ability imprecisely evaluated 
such as Thomas Edison and Eistein. 
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To undervalue (v): 
to consider something less important or valuable than they 
really are
Example: It is very likely for employees who feel undervalued to leave the company and 
seek the appreciation of their worth somewhere else. 
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