These days, overpopulation in many urban areas has led to numerous problems. Identify one or two serious problems associated with overpopulation in urban areas, and suggest ways that governments and individuals can tackle these problems.

Task Response

Band 7.0

Coherence and Cohesion

Band 7.0

Lexical Resource

Band 6.5

Grammatical Range and Accuracy

Band 6.5

The rising population in metropolitan areas has caused significant repercussions. This has resulted in the incessant spread of pollution and an escalation of poverty.