Decline in Reading Habits Among Young People
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40 min
2
250+ words
Question Prompt
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Explain the causes of declining reading habits among young people and suggest possible solutions.
How to Approach This Question
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Identify 1–2 specific causes (or problems) of the issue in the first body paragraph with real examples.
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Propose 1–2 realistic solutions in the second body paragraph and explain how each solution tackles the cause.
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Link cause → effect → solution explicitly with connectors such as because, as a result, one effective response.
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Aim for 270–290 words in 40 minutes and keep the tone analytical, not emotional.
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