IELTS対策コラム

6. Map(地図)   模範解答と解説 

The maps compare the layout of a city center in 1990 and 2020, highlighting significant changes over the 30-year period. The transformations indicate urban modernization and a shift toward commercial and recreational development.

In 1990, the city center featured a large park in the northwest, a residential area in the northeast, an industrial zone in the south, and a market in the southeast. The park and residential area occupied significant portions of the city center, providing green space and housing. The industrial zone was the largest area, reflecting the city’s reliance on manufacturing at the time.

By 2020, notable changes had occurred. The industrial zone was significantly reduced in size, replaced partially by a shopping mall in the southeast. This reflects a shift from manufacturing toward retail and service-oriented industries. The park and residential area remained unchanged, indicating the city’s commitment to preserving green spaces and housing for residents.

The addition of the shopping mall suggests a focus on economic growth and urban convenience, catering to increased consumer demand. Meanwhile, the downsizing of the industrial zone aligns with global trends of deindustrialization and the rise of technology-driven economies.

Overall, the changes demonstrate a balanced approach to urban development, emphasizing modernization while maintaining essential residential and recreational spaces.    (208 Words)



こちらはある都市の1990年と2020年のレイアウトの変化を示した地図です。

  • 1990年の地図:

    • 公園(緑色)、住宅地(青色)、工業地帯(灰色)、市場(黄色)が配置されています。
  • 2020年の地図:

    • 公園と住宅地は維持されていますが、工業地帯が縮小され、ショッピングモール(オレンジ色)が追加されています。

このように、都市の構造が時代とともにどのように変化したかを視覚的に示しています。