With answer key for advanced

What should you consider when choosing a career?
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qualifications
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pay
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job satisfaction
1. Whenever you decide to learn something new, 
2. Getting into university can be tough, yet 
3. Whichever subject you study, 
4. However much you hate exams, 
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Exam task
3
Your class has watched a documentary about how workplaces can be made more people-
friendly. You have made the notes below:
How can workplaces be made more people-friendly?
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light and ventilation
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exercise and breaks
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decoration
Some opinions expressed in the discussion:
“I find it difficult to see my computer screen.”
“Our office is so much better with these plants.”
“There’s nowhere to have a coffee except at our desks.”
Write an essay discussing two of the ways that workplaces can be made more people-friendly. 
You should explain which way you think is more effective, giving reasons to support your 
opinion. Write your answer in 220–260 words.
You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your 
own words as far as possible.
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Underline the two points you are going to write about.
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Write a brief plan of the ideas you want to include. 
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When you write your answer, make sure you include both underlined points, and give reasons for 
your opinions. 
Exam tips
5. Stress is bad for us, yet 
6. No matter how much money you may make, 
7. Whatever happens at work,