Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country
Describe a new law you would like to introduce in your country
You should say:
- What law it is
- What changes this law brings
- Whether this new law will be popular
- How you came up with the new law
- And explain how you feel about this new law
One minute to prepare, then speak for one to two minutes.
How to plan it in one minute
- Jot down keywords for each bullet point to ensure you cover all requirements.
- Think of a specific country or city context to make your answer more authentic.
- Use a logical sequence: define the law, its impact, and your personal emotional connection.
Band 8 model answer
If I were granted the authority to implement a new piece of legislation, I would introduce a mandatory nationwide initiative requiring all urban residential developments to incorporate rooftop gardens and vertical greenery. The current concrete jungle in cities like London is stifling, and this law would necessitate that developers dedicate at least thirty per cent of their roof space to vegetation or communal allotments. This shift would fundamentally transform our skyline, reducing the urban heat island effect while simultaneously providing citizens with much-needed green sanctuaries amidst the grey sprawl. I suspect this policy would be incredibly popular with the younger generation and environmentalists, though property developers might initially push back due to the increased construction costs. My inspiration for this came during a trip to Singapore, where I witnessed how seamlessly high-rise architecture can coexist with lush, vibrant foliage. It was a sensory revelation; the air felt crisper and the atmosphere significantly less oppressive than in my own neighbourhood. I feel truly passionate about this proposal because it addresses the mental health crisis exacerbated by our disconnected city lives. By integrating nature into our daily architecture, we could foster a more harmonious environment that encourages physical activity and social interaction among neighbours. Ultimately, I believe this law would represent a pragmatic step towards sustainable urban living, ensuring that our future cities are not just efficient hubs of commerce, but restorative spaces that actively improve the quality of life for every resident, regardless of their postcode.
245 words, about two minutes at a natural pace. Details are invented; use your own.
Vocabulary from the answer
- legislation
- a set of laws proposed by a government
- concrete jungle
- an area in a city with many buildings
- urban heat island
- city areas that are warmer than surrounding countryside
- allotments
- small plots of land for growing vegetables
- sprawl
- the uncontrolled expansion of a city area
- foliage
- the leaves and branches of many plants
- exacerbated
- made a problem or situation much worse
- pragmatic
- dealing with problems in a sensible practical way
Part 3 questions that follow this card
- What rules should students follow at school?
- Do people in your country usually obey the law?
- What kinds of behavior are considered as good behavior?
- Do you think children can learn about the law outside of school?
- What are the benefits for people to obey rules?
- How can parents teach children to obey rules?
Answer each in three to five sentences: position, reason, example, limit. See the Part 3 guide.
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Jot down keywords for each bullet point to ensure you cover all requirements.
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