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The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it

looks now. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and
make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

Central Library 20 years ago

The diagram illustrates Central Library before and after changes were made to its layout.

Overally, the library has undergone several changes. Specifically, there is dedicated
spaces for event, self-service facilities and a café and the centre of the library is now
blank.

20 years ago, as one entered the library, to their left lay a reading room offering
newpapers and magazine, but it has been now replaced by a computer room. The enquiry
desk on the right, where tickets were sold and books could be returned, has been replaced
by a café. Meanwhile adult fiction books have been moved to the right, and reference
books now occupy the left. Additionally, an information desk and self-service machines
have taken the space once used for adult non-fiction books. In the middle of the library,
table and chairs have been completely removed.

The back section of the library has also seen significant alterations, with the room in the
left-hand corner that accommodated CDs, videos and computer games being enlarged to
house fiction books for children and two sofas, and it also serves as a space for hosting
storytelling events. Finally, there is a lecture room in the back right-hand corner where
children’s books used to be.

Write about the following topic:

In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the
population in the countryside is decreasing.

Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own
knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

In many nations across the globe, rural inhabitants are flocking to urban centers, resulting
in a decline in the countryside population. Although this trend may have certain
advantages, I would argue that the disadvantages are far greater.

On the one hand, the movement of rural residents to cities can bring certain benefits. First
and foremost, urban areas tend to offer more employment opportunities and higher wages
compared to the limited prospects available in the countryside. By relocating to cities,
individuals can access a wider range of jobs and have better chances of improving
their economic conditions. For instance, urban centers often house industries and
businesses that require a large labor force, leading to an increase in employment rates.
Moreover, cities generally provide better access to education, healthcare facilities, and
other public services, ensuring a higher quality of life for those who make the move.

On the other hand, the drawbacks of this population shift are more pronounced. One
major issue is the negative impact on agriculture, which is crucial for food production and
sustainability. The migration of young people to cities, combined with an aging rural
population, has reduced agricultural output. This has led to an increased reliance on food
imports, posing challenges to food security and self-sufficiency. Moreover, urban
migration often leads to overcrowding and strains on infrastructure, as seen in cities like
Mumbai, where overcrowded slums, poor sanitation, and stretched resources are common
problems.

In conclusion, while rural migration to cities may provide better job prospects and
services, the adverse effects on agriculture and urban infrastructure are more profound
and concerning.

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