10月8日雅思写作考试真题

Task：Some people think that the library is a waste of money and the computer technology is replacing its function. To what extent do you agree or disagree?有人认为图书馆就是浪费钱，电脑技术正取代它的功能，你在多大程度上同意或者不同意?

Sample answer：

In many universities and cities the library is an important building,

providing a place for people to read, study and gain information. However,

some people claim that it a waste of money maintaining the library in an

era when the Internet is accessible to all. However，I believe that some

of the library's functions cannot be substituted.

There is no denying that the advent of the computer and the Internet has

made it possible for people to access information conveniently at home

and in the office. In comparison the construction and maintenance of the

library need to cost more money and the storage of paper books means that

a large quantity of wood resources would be consumed for paper making,

which may have adverse impacts on the environment.

Despite the above-mentioned drawbacks, I still think that the library

plays an irreplaceable role in the modern society. The library is an ideal

place for people to enjoy reading, acquire knowledge and participate in

cultural activities. The atmosphere of the library encourages people to

read and for those who love reading ,the experience of sitting in the

library is different from browsing web pages at home. Also, in many cities

the library has become a landmark， representing the cultural identity

of the city.

Overall, although the role of the library is challenged by the information

technology, it does not mean that the library has lost its value.

Considering the price of maintaining the library, it is advisable for the

library to cut down the collection of paper books and introduce more

electronic books.

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10月8日雅思写作考试真题