Map of an industrial area
The maps illustrate an industrial area in Norbiton in the present day compared with plans for future development of the site.
The provided maps depict the current blueprint of an industrial area in Norbiton and its future design.
From an overall perspective, it is evident that the area is planned to undergo a transformation, becoming more residential and less industrial, with improved accessibility and increased amenities related to healthcare, education, entertainment, and commerce. However, this development may come at the expense of the natural landscape.
With regard to the general landscape and transport network, the agricultural land to the north of the area is expected to remain relatively unaltered. The central roundabout is planned to be extended northward, which will require the separation of the existing river to the south of the agrarian land. The main roundabout will also branch off to the northwest, and the road network will add another mini roundabout to enhance transport links further southward.
In terms of other infrastructure and amenities, the future roads are likely to be lined with houses, replacing the current factories in the heavily industrial area. Between the two roundabouts, shops and a healthcare centre will be constructed. Additionally, the road running towards the east away from the town will likely see the addition of a playground and a school at the easternmost location.
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Essay breakdown
Introduction:
[1] The provided maps depict the current blueprint of an industrial area in Norbiton and its future design.
[2] From an overall perspective, it is evident that the area is planned to undergo a transformation, becoming more residential and less industrial, with improved accessibility and increased amenities related to healthcare, education, entertainment, and commerce. [3] However, this development may come at the expense of the natural landscape.
- Write a general statement to introduce the topic
- Write a clear overview to summarise the main features of the map
- Continue to include other details
Body 1:
[1] With regard to the general landscape and transport network, the agricultural land to the north of the area is expected to remain relatively unaltered. [2] The central roundabout is planned to be extended northward, which will require the separation of the existing river to the south of the agrarian land. [3] The main roundabout will also branch off to the northwest, and the road network will add another mini roundabout to enhance transport links further southward.
- Describe changes to the landscape
- Describe changes to the road infrastructure
- The mini roundabout
Body 2:
[1] In terms of other infrastructure and amenities, the future roads are likely to be lined with houses, replacing the current factories in the heavily industrial area. [2] Between the two roundabouts, shops and a healthcare centre will be constructed. [3] Additionally, the road running towards the east away from the town will likely see the addition of a playground and a school at the easternmost location.
- Houses replacing factories
- Shops and a healthcare centre
- A Playground and a school
Vocabulary:
The provided maps depict the current blueprint of an industrial area in Norbiton and its future design.
From an overall perspective, it is evident that the area is planned to undergo a transformation, becoming more residential and less industrial, with improved accessibility and increased amenities related to healthcare, education, entertainment, and commerce. However, this development may come at the expense of the natural landscape.
With regard to the general landscape and transport network, the agricultural land to the north of the area is expected to remain relatively unaltered. The central roundabout is planned to be extended northward, which will require the separation of the existing river to the south of the agrarian land. The main roundabout will also branch off to the northwest, and the road network will add another mini roundabout to enhance transport links further southward.
In terms of other infrastructure and amenities, the future roads are likely to be lined with houses, replacing the current factories in the heavily industrial area. Between the two roundabouts, shops and a healthcare centre will be constructed. Additionally, the road running towards the east away from the town will likely see the addition of a playground and a school at the easternmost location.
Vocabulary Highlights:
- From an overall perspective: used to introduce a general view of a topic.
- Undergo a transformation: to go through a significant change or improvement.
- Accessibility: the ease with which something can be accessed or entered.
- Amenities: features that provide comfort, convenience, or pleasure, such as parks, schools, and shopping centers.
- Natural landscape: the physical features of a particular area, including mountains, rivers, forests, and other elements that have not been significantly altered by human intervention.
- Agricultural land: land that is used for farming or the cultivation of crops.
- Transport network: the infrastructure that enables the movement of people, goods, and vehicles from one location to another, such as roads, railways, and airports.
- Road network: the interconnected system of roads in a particular area.
- Heavily industrial area: a location with a high concentration of industrial activity, factories, or manufacturing plants.
- Playground: an outdoor area designed for children to play in, typically equipped with structures like swings, slides, and climbing frames.
Diamond Grammar:
PREPOSITIONAL PHRASE
“With regard to the general landscape and transport network, the agricultural land to the north of the area is expected to remain relatively unaltered”
This sentence uses a prepositional phrase “with regard to” to introduce the topic of discussion, followed by a noun phrase “the general landscape and transport network” which serves as the subject of the sentence. The sentence also uses an adverb “relatively” to qualify the adjective “unaltered,” adding more specificity to the meaning.
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