(7) Writing Task 2 : Directors' Earning

Directors of large companies often receive much bigger salary increases than ordinary workers.
Employers' organizations say that in a global market this is necessary to attract the best management talent. Do you agree or disagree?

High-profile workers comprising the executive board of large companies are often scrutinized for earning far more that their subordinates. Employer’s organizations, though, claim that this earning difference is a must in order to attract the best management talent. Personally, I can see through the organization’s eye and profoundly agree with this practice.

Most CEOs of major companies in the world reportedly earn gigantic amount of money every year. Their net worth constantly ranks them among the richest and wealthiest in the world, even topped the princes and the sheikhs. Granted, some countries like Japan do put smaller gap between employer and employees, however in general the directors still earn a lot more. This causes a lot of concern in some countries, mostly regarding social gap and injustice. 

Yet, considering the hierarchy of a company, directors do hold larger responsibilities than their employees. Thus, it is understandable that they get to earn more. Not to mention the fact that a director has to go a long way before standing where he or she is now; they have to start at the bottom and work their way up. To maintain this position, they also have to show no little amount of talent, perseverance and hard work. All of these qualities have to be taken into consideration and shown appreciation. Their success may inspire people, and in return, these inspirations may create more qualified people for the position.

Regarding social injustice and economical gap, it is hard to bear indeed, but it is inevitable. Basically, give more, gain more. It is an even bigger injustice to demand these directors to earn the same as their employees. Equal rights do not ensure equal wealth. People have to accept that if they want to be rich, they have to have the talent, hardwork and luck required.

Overall, I can see why the directors have to have bigger salaries than ordinary workers. Success inspire people greatly and the will to gain this success can create more talents that in return will benefit the company.

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(6) Writing Task 2 : Goverment and Public Service

A government's role is only to provide defense capability and urban infrastructure (road, water supplies...). All other services (education, health, social security) should be provided by private groups or individuals in the community. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Write at least 250 words.

The notion of ideal modern society always involves a certain level of independency. Government’s responsibility only revolves around defense and urban infrastructure. They steer clear from anything dealing with individual needs because people are expected to deal with it themselves. This is a very determining matter for society and therefore needs a thoughtful consideration.

Government’s involvement in public service has been considered ineffective for some time. Aside from defying the idea of sought-after society that is comprised by independent, self-supporting people, subsidy also means higher taxes. Most people are not exactly keen with the idea that some strangers are using their hard earned money.

However, the absence of subsidy can also create a major gap in society. Wealthy people will have a guaranteed and secure life, while the underprivileged will continue to strive for healthcare and education. Therefore to ensure decent life for all citizen, it is more beneficial if the government do provide for public services but only to certain extent, namely for people who actually in need. 

Furthermore, this can provide a chance for wealthier people to contribute to society. After all, the society they live in is basically the indirect source of their wealth.

Overall, despite the negativity often associated with government’s interference in public services, I believe that this does not apply to every part of society. 

(5) Writing Task 1 : Shopping Malls

Below is a map of the city of Brandfield. City planners have decided to build a new shopping mall for the area, and two sites, S1 and S2 have been proposed.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words. 

 

The map illustrates the area of the city of Brandfield, on where new shopping malls are planned to be built. Two sites have been proposed, denoted on the map as S1 and S2. Both of them are located on the north and south side of the City Centre. 

Other than the City Centre, S1 is also bordered by the housing estate and the river. The road going through the estate, as well as a railway that separates S1 and the City Centre, connects this area to the other part of the city. 

On the other hand, S2 is bordered directly by two roads and railway. An industrial estate is situated across the railway, which can also be accessed through the road separating the site with the neighboring City Centre. The other road conjoins the two sites together, passing the Golf Course and Park in between.  The railway connects the two sites as well. 

Word count : 153