CELPIP Writing Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions samples

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I would choose Option A, the public garden with benches and walking paths. The neighbourhood already has several streets where people can park, but there are not many quiet green spaces nearby. A garden would give families, older residents, and workers a place to sit, walk, and spend time outside. The garden could include native plants, shade trees, and a few accessible benches. It would make the vacant lot look better and may also reduce garbage because the area would be used and cared for. Children could learn about plants, and neighbours may meet each other while walking or volunteering. A parking area might help the shops, especially during busy hours, but it would add more pavement and traffic beside homes. Cars would also create noise and exhaust. The city could improve signs for existing parking instead. The garden would benefit more people throughout the day, not only customers. It would improve the neighbourhood’s appearance and give residents a healthy outdoor space for many years.

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I would choose Option A, an annual budget for approved courses. Employees do different jobs, so one workshop may not be useful for everyone. A person in accounting may need spreadsheet training, while someone in customer service may want a communication course. A personal budget allows employees to choose learning that matches their work and future goals. This can make people more interested because they are not forced to attend a topic they already know or do not need. The company can still require manager approval so the course is connected to the employee’s role. Employees could share what they learned with their team afterward. Company-wide workshops are easier to arrange and may be useful for topics like workplace safety. However, using them for all development would be too general. Some employees may waste time in training that does not improve their skills. A flexible budget would make the benefit fairer because each worker receives the same amount but can use it differently. It would also help the company build more skills across different departments.

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I would choose Option A, a quiet study room. The library already has a children’s area with books and weekly programs, but there are very few places where students and adults can work without noise. Many people use the library because they do not have a quiet room, reliable internet, or enough space at home. A study room with desks, good lighting, and charging outlets would help high-school students, college students, newcomers studying English, and people completing job applications. Clear rules could limit phone calls and group conversations. A children’s play room would be useful for families, but active play may create more noise for the rest of the library. It would also require toys, cleaning, supervision, and regular replacement of equipment. Children can already attend story time and use the existing family section. The quiet room would meet a need that is not currently covered. It could be used from morning until evening by many different people and would support education, employment, and independent learning.

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I would choose Option B, more cameras and brighter lighting. An overnight guard could respond to problems, but the cost would be high every month. Cameras and lights require a larger payment at the beginning, but they can work every night for many years. The parking garage, mail area, entrances, and bicycle room should have clear lighting and visible cameras. Better lighting may discourage people from entering because they know they can be seen. Cameras can also help identify someone after a package theft, vehicle break-in, or property damage. Signs should explain that the areas are monitored. A guard cannot be in every part of the building at the same time and may miss something while doing rounds. However, the board should still have an emergency contact and ask residents to report suspicious activity quickly. The cameras must respect privacy and should not point inside apartments. Access to recordings should be limited. With these rules, cameras and lighting would improve security all day and cost less than paying a guard every night.

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I would choose Option A, subsidised public-transit passes. Walking and cycling are healthy, but they are not possible for every employee. Some people live far from work, have mobility problems, carry equipment, or need to drop children at school. A transit subsidy would help a larger number of workers. Employees could use buses or trains during winter, rain, and very hot weather. The company could pay part of the monthly pass, making transit cheaper than driving and parking. If more people use transit, the workplace may also need fewer parking spaces. Cash for walking or cycling may encourage some employees, especially those who live nearby. However, it could be difficult to check how often people actually travel that way. Participation may also fall during Canadian winters. The transit benefit is more reliable and inclusive throughout the year. The company could still support cyclists by providing racks and change rooms, but the main financial program should be the transit subsidy because it would reduce more car trips for more employees.

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I would choose Option A, one weekly email newsletter. Parents already receive many messages, and several app notifications each week may become annoying. When people receive too many alerts, they may stop reading them and miss something important. A weekly email can include dates, homework reminders, school events, permission forms, and important notices in one place. Parents can search for the message later or print it if needed. The school should use clear headings and put urgent deadlines at the top. Emergency information can still be sent separately by text or phone. The mobile app may be useful for quick reminders, but not every family wants another app or has enough phone storage. Some parents may also have difficulty remembering passwords. Email is already used by most families and works on phones and computers. One organised message each week would be easier to follow and would reduce repeated information. It would help parents plan ahead without receiving constant notifications during work or family time.

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I would choose Option B, small grants for local artists. Free outdoor performances are enjoyable, but they mainly support events that last one afternoon or evening. Grants can help artists spend time creating music, paintings, theatre, or other work that may continue to benefit the town later. Local artists often need money for materials, studio rental, equipment, or child care while completing a project. Even a small grant could help them finish work that would otherwise be delayed. The town could require each artist to share the final project through an exhibit, workshop, or public performance. Summer events are useful for bringing people downtown, but weather can cancel them, and not everyone is available on weekends. The town could still organise a smaller festival using work produced through the grants. Supporting artists directly would build local talent and create more varied cultural activity over time. A fair application process and a community panel could choose projects based on quality, feasibility, and public benefit.

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I would choose Option B, several smaller quiet rooms near different units. A large central lounge may have more equipment and seating, but hospital staff often have short breaks and cannot spend much time walking across the building. Small rooms close to the units would allow nurses, support workers, and other staff to sit down quickly, drink water, and have a few quiet minutes. The rooms could include comfortable chairs, a small table, charging outlets, and dimmable lights. Clear rules should keep phone calls and meetings outside. A central lounge may become crowded and noisy during common break times. Some staff may also avoid it because it is too far from their patients or because they worry about returning late. Smaller rooms would spread people across the building and make rest more accessible. The hospital would need to clean and maintain several spaces, but the benefit would reach more units. Staff are more likely to use a rest area when it is nearby, quiet, and easy to enter during a short break.

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I would choose Option B, a secure parcel storage room. Online deliveries arrive every day, and packages are often left in the lobby or outside apartment doors. This creates clutter and makes theft more likely. A parcel room could have shelves, cameras, and access through each resident’s building fob. Couriers would place packages inside, and residents could collect them after receiving a message. Large items could have a separate marked area. This would keep hallways clear and protect deliveries from weather or strangers. A shared tool room could be useful because residents would not need to buy every tool. However, tools may be lost, damaged, or returned late. The building would also need someone to manage bookings, safety rules, and repairs. Many residents may use it only a few times each year. The parcel room solves a problem that happens almost every day and affects nearly everyone. It would make the entrance cleaner, reduce complaints, and give residents more confidence that their packages will still be there when they return home.

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I would choose Option B, the media-production club. The community already has school and private sports programs, but there are fewer activities for teenagers who are interested in technology, storytelling, or music. In the club, participants could learn how to plan a project, record sound, use cameras, edit videos, and speak clearly. They could create short documentaries about the neighbourhood, interview local residents, or make a podcast about issues that matter to young people. These projects would teach teamwork and communication as well as technical skills. A sports league is healthy and social, but it may mainly attract teenagers who already enjoy sports. Some youth may avoid it because they are not confident athletes or have physical limitations. The media club could give different roles to writers, presenters, editors, and designers. The centre would need equipment, but it could start with a few shared devices and free editing software. The final projects could be shown at a community event, giving participants pride in their work.

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I would choose Option B, requiring a written agenda before every routine meeting. A 25-minute limit may make meetings shorter, but a short meeting can still waste time if nobody knows the purpose or what decision is needed. An agenda should list the topics, who is responsible for each one, and whether the group needs to decide, discuss, or simply receive information. People could prepare before the meeting and bring the correct documents. Items that only need an update could be shared by email instead. Some meetings may naturally finish in twenty minutes, while others need forty minutes because the issue is complex. A fixed limit could cause important discussion to be rushed or moved into another meeting. The agenda gives structure without pretending that every topic needs the same amount of time. The organiser should send the agenda at least one day in advance and include expected outcomes. Meetings without a clear agenda could be cancelled. This rule would improve preparation, reduce unnecessary attendance, and make the time useful even when the length is different.

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I would choose Option A, increasing city snow-clearing crews. Sidewalk safety is a public service and should not depend on whether each resident can buy equipment or is physically able to clear snow. More crews could clear sidewalks near schools, bus stops, clinics, and busy streets quickly after a storm. The city could publish priority routes and expected clearing times. Workers would also have proper equipment and training for heavy snow and ice. A rebate may help homeowners who already plan to buy a snow blower, but renters, older adults, and people with disabilities may not benefit. Some residents also have very small properties, no storage space, or no ability to operate the equipment. Different households may clear to different standards, leaving unsafe gaps. City crews would provide more consistent results and could be directed to areas with the greatest need. The program would cost more, but fewer falls and better access to transit may reduce other public costs. Safe sidewalks should be reliable for everyone, not based on private purchases.

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I would choose Option A, expanding free peer tutoring. Study-skills workshops can be helpful, but many students need direct help with a specific subject, assignment, or difficult concept. Peer tutors have recently completed the same courses and may understand where students usually become confused. They can explain ideas in simpler language, practise questions, and show how to approach an assignment without doing the work for the student. More evening and weekend hours would help students who have jobs or family duties. Workshops about time management may give useful general advice, but one session may not solve a problem in math, chemistry, writing, or accounting. Students who are already behind may also need regular support, not only a presentation. The college should train tutors and allow appointments as well as drop-in visits. Online sessions could help students who cannot remain on campus. Tutoring would provide immediate academic support and may also make students more confident about asking questions. Study tips could still be shared through short online resources.

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I would choose Option A, a monthly evening street market. A discount card may save customers money, but it may not give people a strong reason to visit downtown if they were not already planning to shop there. A street market would create an event that feels special. Local shops could stay open later, restaurants could sell small dishes, and artists or musicians could perform. Temporary stalls could include local food, crafts, and community groups. Families and visitors might come for the atmosphere and then discover businesses they did not know before. The event would require road closures, permits, security, and weather planning. However, holding it only once a month would make the work manageable. The association could begin during warmer months and expand if attendance is strong. A discount card may mainly benefit regular customers and could reduce profits for small businesses. The market would bring people together and make downtown feel active. Businesses could offer their own special promotions during the event without committing to discounts all year.

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I would choose Option A, reusable dishes for meals eaten in the cafeteria. Charging a small fee may reduce some waste, but many employees may simply pay it and continue using disposable containers. Reusable plates, bowls, cups, and cutlery would remove a large amount of daily garbage. Employees eating inside would return dishes to collection stations, and the cafeteria would wash them. Disposable containers could still be available for takeout or emergencies, possibly with a fee. The cafeteria would need dishwashers, storage, and staff time. However, the company would buy fewer disposable products every month, which may balance part of the cost. Clear return areas would help keep the system organised. A fee can also feel like punishment, especially for employees who have only a short break and need to take food back to their desks. Reusable dishes make the low-waste choice automatic for dine-in customers. The company should change the system instead of expecting every person to make a separate decision at each meal.