IELTS Writing Task 2: Discuss Both Views Essay 4 - Flexible working environment (Exercise 2)

Statements 1-8 relate to the writing task in exercise 1. Decide if the statements relate to the introduction (a), view 1 (b) or view 2 (c). 1. Some people feel that the trend cowards more flexible working practices for employees is a positive trend. Others have reservations about this phenomenon, arguing that it is just another way for companies to take advantage of workers. - [blank_start]the introduction (a).[blank_end] 2. Workers have co pay for services such as heating, electricity, lighting and equipment. - [blank_start]view 2 (c).[blank_end] 3. Flexible working gives workers greater freedom. - [blank_start]view 1 (b)[blank_end] 4. With modern technology, a gradual reduction in the number of workers that need to work in one place is happening. - [blank_start]the introduction (a).[blank_end] 5. The changeover to more flexible working is a natural trend in the modern world. - [blank_start]the introduction (a)[blank_end] 6. Space for offices is becoming very expensive, so it suits companies if employees work from home. - [blank_start]view 2 (c).[blank_end] 7. The idea that working from home gives people freedom is an illusion. - [blank_start]view 2 (c)[blank_end]. 8. The development may be attractive to employees, but some people quote the negative aspect of such working practices, namely the social impact of people working alone and the increased costs to the workers of having to pay for heating, lighting and so on. - [blank_start]view 2 (c).[blank_end]