"The World's Expanding Waistline" is a common IELTS reading passage that explores the global shift from famine to obesity due to increased agricultural productivity and sedentary lifestyles. It discusses the socio-economic implications of rising obesity and debates government intervention. IELTS Reading Answer Key
Discusses banning junk food ads to children as a potential tool to change habits.
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The world's expanding waistline is a growing concern, with over 1 billion adults worldwide being _______________ (1) and at least 300 million being _______________ (2).
Unit-4 Reading Exercise on Obesity & Hoodia in Kalahari Desert
Paragraph D – Health and Economic Consequences Obesity is a risk factor for diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers. The global economic impact is estimated at $2 trillion annually (similar to smoking or armed conflict).
Questions 6-9: Identifying Information (True/False/Not Given)
Write TRUE if the statement agrees with the passage, FALSE if it contradicts, or NOT GIVEN if there is no information.
- The problem of obesity is confined to developed countries. (False)
- The WHO projects that by 2025, 30% of the global population will be obese. (True)
Question Set 3: Summary Completion (No More Than Two Words)
Complete the summary using words from the passage.