CAE Timed Essay Test#1

You have watched a documentary about how workplaces can be made more people friendly. You made the following notes:

How can workplaces be made more people friendly?

• light and ventilation
• exercise and breaks
• decoration

Here are some opinions expressed in the discussion:

• “I find it hard to see my computer screen.”
• Our office is so much better with these plants.”
• There’s nowhere to eat of have coffee except at our desks.”

Write an essay discussing two of the ways that workplaces can be made more people friendly. Your should explain which you think is more effective, giving reasons to support your opinion. Write your answer in 220-260 words.

You may use the opinions expressed in the discussion but you should use your own words as far as possible.