Explain a Cause - IELTS 5.0 S P3

Question 1

"Why do some people prefer online shopping?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They can compare prices quickly and avoid travelling to several shops.

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Online shopping is now common in many cities, and most big stores run an app too.

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Shops should improve their websites and show delivery costs before the checkout page.

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High street shops in smaller towns have started closing branches.

Question 2

"Why do many students feel nervous before exams?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Their results can affect future classes, so the pressure feels high.

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Exams are an important part of school life in most countries.

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Teachers should hand out clearer revision lists a few weeks beforehand.

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Because of this, some of them sleep badly all week beforehand.

Question 3

"Why do people move to large cities for work?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

There are usually more companies there, so applicants have more chances.

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Large cities are crowded and expensive, and the rent takes a big share of a salary.

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Governments should create more jobs in small towns and support local businesses.

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Some village schools have closed after losing most of their pupils.

Question 4

"Why do some people stop exercising after a few weeks?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They expect quick results, and losing motivation is easy when nothing changes fast.

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A lot of people join gyms in January and buy new sports clothes at the same time.

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Gyms should offer cheaper memberships and free classes for beginners.

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Gyms end up with many members who stop coming after February.

Question 5

"Why do families often eat together on holidays?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Holidays give relatives free time at the same moment, so gathering becomes possible.

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Families often cook special meals on holidays and put far more dishes on the table.

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People should protect traditional family meals and keep phones off the table.

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One consequence is that supermarkets sell far more food that week.

Question 6

"Why do some children dislike reading?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They may be given books that are too hard, so reading feels like work.

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Some children read only when teachers ask them to, and stop when the lesson ends.

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Parents should read with children every evening for twenty minutes.

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Their vocabulary then grows more slowly than that of keen readers.

Question 7

"Why are bicycle lanes useful in busy cities?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They separate cyclists from cars, so riding feels safer and more people try it.

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Many people ride bicycles to school or work, and some cities count thousands each morning.

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Cities should build more bicycle lanes and paint them a bright colour.

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Cities with good lanes now report fewer accidents involving cyclists.

Question 8

"Why do some people prefer living near their parents?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

It makes childcare and daily help easier, especially when both parents work.

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Many adults live close to family members, often in the same district or street.

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People should visit their parents more often, and not only at festival time.

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This has led to several generations sharing the same neighbourhood.

Question 9

"Why do shops play music?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Music can make customers feel relaxed, so they stay longer in the store.

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Many shops play music during opening hours, usually the same playlist over and over.

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Managers should keep the volume low enough for older customers to hear the staff.

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Staff sometimes grow tired of hearing the same playlist daily.

Question 10

"Why do some people learn a foreign language as adults?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They may need it for a new job, travel plan or family situation.

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Adult learners often study in evening classes after work, usually two evenings a week.

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Schools should teach languages earlier and give younger children more speaking practice.

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Language apps have added more courses aimed at older learners.

Question 11

"Why do traffic jams happen near schools?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Many parents arrive at the same time to drop children off, blocking the street.

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Traffic jams are common at school gates between eight and nine.

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Parents should let older children walk the last part of the trip alone.

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Nearby residents now find it hard to leave their driveways.

Question 12

"Why do people keep old photos?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They connect a person to a memory, so throwing them away can feel like losing part of life.

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Old photos are often kept in boxes or albums at the back of a cupboard for years.

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People should print more photos instead of storing everything on a phone.

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Old albums get passed down and end up with the youngest relatives.

Question 13

"Why do some workers prefer flexible hours?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They can avoid rush hour or manage family duties without leaving their job.

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Flexible hours are now offered by some companies, mostly in offices rather than in factories.

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Companies should allow everyone to choose their own schedule and trust them to finish.

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Some offices are now half empty on Monday mornings.

Question 14

"Why do people buy second-hand furniture?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

It is cheaper than new furniture, so people can furnish a room with less money.

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Second-hand furniture is sold in markets and online, and prices vary a lot.

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Cities should create more recycling centers for old sofas and broken tables.

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Less old furniture ends up at the local rubbish tip.

Question 15

"Why are local markets still popular?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Shoppers can ask sellers directly about freshness, price and how to cook the food.

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Local markets open early in the morning and are usually already packing up by lunchtime.

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Governments should keep markets clean and check the fish stalls more often.

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Market streets stay lively, and nearby cafes fill up those mornings.

Question 16

"Why do some people avoid watching the news?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Repeated bad stories can make them feel anxious, even when the problem is far away.

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News programs are shown on television and phones from early morning until late.

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News apps should include more positive stories alongside the serious headlines.

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Some of them then miss important information about their own area.

Question 17

"Why do students sometimes copy homework?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They may not understand the lesson and feel embarrassed to ask for help.

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Copying homework happens in many schools, usually in the ten minutes before the lesson.

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Teachers should check homework more carefully and ask students to explain a few answers.

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Their teacher gets no real picture of what they can do.

Question 18

"Why do cafes become popular with young people?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They offer cheap drinks, Wi-Fi and a place to sit without planning a formal activity.

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Many young people meet friends in cafes at the weekend and stay for hours.

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Cafe owners should provide more study tables and sockets near the wall.

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Tables are held for hours, so some owners now limit the Wi-Fi.

Question 19

"Why do people often feel tired after a holiday?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They try to do too many activities in a short time and sleep less than usual.

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Many people travel during holidays and come home with hundreds of photos on a phone.

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People should keep one free day before returning to work and unpack slowly.

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The first week back at work then feels unusually slow.

Question 20

"Why do many children like cartoons?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Bright pictures and simple stories make them easy to follow.

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Cartoons are shown on television and websites at almost any hour of the day.

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Parents should choose age-appropriate cartoons and watch the first episode with them.

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Many can name a cartoon character before they can read.

Question 21

"Why do some people choose to walk short distances?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Walking avoids parking problems and gives them light exercise at the same time.

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Many people walk to nearby shops, especially in the evening when the weather is dry.

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Cities should make the pavements wider and plant trees for shade along the route.

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Local shops along the way get more passing customers.

Question 22

"Why do some families have fewer children than before?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Housing, education and childcare cost more, so parents may decide to keep the family small.

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Many families today have one or two children rather than four or five.

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Governments should support young parents with longer leave and cheaper nursery places.

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Some primary schools have had to merge classes as numbers fall.

Question 23

"Why do people throw away clothes quickly?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Cheap fashion makes replacement easier than repairing or keeping old items.

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Many clothes are thrown away after little use, sometimes after two or three wears.

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Schools should teach children to repair clothes and sew a missing button back on.

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Textile waste fills a growing share of city rubbish.

Question 24

"Why do museums offer guided tours?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

A guide can explain objects that visitors might otherwise pass without understanding.

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Guided tours are available in many museums, usually starting on the hour near the entrance.

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Museums should train their guides carefully and keep each group down to about ten people.

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Groups moving together can make the quieter rooms feel crowded.

Question 25

"Why do some people prefer studying at night?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Their homes may be quieter then, so they can concentrate without interruptions.

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Many students study after dinner and keep going until midnight.

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Students should not sleep too late before exams and should set a fixed bedtime.

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They then struggle to wake up for a nine o'clock class.

Question 26

"Why are delivery apps popular?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They save people time when they are tired, busy or far from shops.

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Delivery apps are common in many cities, and most restaurants are listed on two of them.

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Cities should control motorbike delivery traffic and set proper parking near restaurants.

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As a result, many restaurants now run kitchens with no dining room.

Question 27

"Why do people complain about noisy neighbours?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Noise travels through thin walls and prevents people from resting at home.

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Noise complaints are common in apartment buildings, and most of them are made late at night.

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Building managers should set quiet hours and remind everyone of them in writing.

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Relations between the two flats often stay cold afterwards.

Question 28

"Why do farmers need weather forecasts?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Rain, heat or storms can damage crops, so planning depends on knowing what is coming.

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Weather forecasts are shown on phones and on television several times during the day.

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Forecasts should be updated more often and cover smaller farming areas.

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Whole harvests get brought forward when a storm is announced.

Question 29

"Why do some people prefer small classes?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Teachers can notice mistakes more easily and give each student more time.

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Small classes usually have fewer than fifteen students sitting in one room together.

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Schools should reduce class sizes wherever the budget and the building allow it.

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Schools with small classes often charge noticeably higher fees.

Question 30

"Why do tourists buy souvenirs?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They want a physical reminder of the trip or a small gift for someone at home.

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Souvenirs are sold at every big site, and a lot of them cost far too much.

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Shops should not overcharge tourists and should display the prices in plain view.

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Whole streets near famous sites are now filled with gift stalls.

Question 31

"Why do people find saving money difficult?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Daily small costs feel minor, but together they use up most income.

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Saving money is a common goal for adults, but very few manage it every month.

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Banks should teach people about budgeting and send a simple monthly summary.

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Many households reach the end of the month with nothing left.

Question 32

"Why do people use headphones in public?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They help people create private space in crowded places.

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Many people wear headphones on buses and trains all through the journey.

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People should keep the volume safe.

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Strangers on a train now rarely start a conversation.

Question 33

"Why do some children fear doctors?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They may connect the clinic with injections or pain from an earlier visit.

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Many children cry at clinics, and some hold on to the door frame outside.

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Doctors should explain the treatment in simple language and let the child ask questions.

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Some appointments take twice as long because the child resists.

Question 34

"Why do companies advertise on social media?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They can target people by age, interest and location more easily than with posters.

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Many companies post advertisements online every week and pay someone to manage the accounts.

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Companies should make their ads less annoying and easier to close on a phone.

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Newspapers have lost much of the advertising money they once had.

Question 35

"Why do people enjoy team sports?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They combine exercise with friendship, so the activity feels social rather than lonely.

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Team sports are played in schools and clubs across the whole country every weekend.

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Coaches should make sure everyone gets a turn, not only the strongest players.

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Local leagues fill up quickly, and pitches are booked months ahead.

Question 36

"Why do old buildings need regular repair?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Weather slowly damages wood, paint and stone, even when nobody notices at first.

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Old buildings often attract visitors, and some charge a small fee at the door.

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Owners should repair broken windows quickly and check the roof after every storm.

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Owners face yearly costs far higher than those on a new house.

Question 37

"Why do people sometimes leave online reviews?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They want to warn others about a bad experience or recommend a place that helped them.

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Online reviews sit under most products now, with a score out of five and a few lines.

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Websites should remove fake reviews and check that the writer really bought it.

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A single bad score can quietly empty a small restaurant.

Question 38

"Why do schools organize trips?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They let students see real examples of things they study in class.

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School trips often happen near the end of term, usually in the last week.

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Teachers should check the safety rules and count the students at every stop.

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A whole day of normal lessons has to be rearranged.

Question 39

"Why do people feel lonely in big cities?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

Neighbours may not know each other, so daily life can feel private and disconnected.

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Many people live in large cities, and the population keeps rising in almost every country.

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Cities should create more community events and open a hall for local groups.

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Demand for counselling services has risen in several large cities.

Question 40

"Why do people choose reusable water bottles?" Which answer explains the cause?

Accepted Answer

They reduce the need to buy plastic bottles again and again.

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Reusable bottles are sold in many shops, in metal, glass and coloured plastic.

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Schools should install more water stations and keep the old taps working.

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Sales of bottled water have fallen in some school canteens.

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Zombie Escape

Avalanche

Maze Blast

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