Change and Prediction Response Structure
| Template part | How this sample does it |
|---|---|
| Prediction | done "there are a few different ways to think about it" — opens thoughtfully before presenting predictions |
| Reason | done "it's likely that we will have better technology for farming, as well as GMOs, to produce more food… it's possible there will be less hungry people" — technology-driven optimistic prediction |
| Example | done "the quality of the food we eat may go down if people continue to choose cheap processed foods over fresh healthy foods, and these kinds of foods could make us sick" — pessimistic counter-scenario |
| Extension | done "the way we eat in the future could be much better, but it depends on the choices we make as consumers" — conditional conclusion that places responsibility on individuals |
General Template
[Prediction] That is an interesting question, and I think there are a few different ways to think about it.
[Reason] In the future, it is likely that we will have better [resource] for [activity], as well as [innovation], to [positive outcome]. So, it is possible there will be [improvement].
[Example] On the other hand, the quality may go down if people continue to choose [negative option] over [positive option], and [negative consequence].
[Extension] I think [topic] in the future could be much better, but it depends on the choices we make as [role].
Vocabulary
| Word / Phrase | Synonyms |
|---|---|
| better technology for farming | better technology for agriculture better technology for food production |
| there will be less hungry people | there will be fewer people going without food there will be reduced food scarcity |
| the quality may go down | the quality may decline the quality may deteriorate |
| choose cheap processed foods over fresh ones | choose cheap pre-packaged foods over fresh ones choose cheap ready-made foods over fresh ones |
| depends on the choices we make as consumers | depends on the choices we make as buyers depends on the decisions we make as shoppers |
| more food to go around | more food available for everyone more food to share |
Change and Prediction Response Structure
| Template part | How this sample does it |
|---|---|
| Prediction | done "eating habits will probably continue to change a lot in the future" — confident forward-looking statement |
| Reason | done "as people get busier, they might rely more on quick meals, like ready-made foods or delivery services. Technology could play a big role too" — identifies lifestyle and technology drivers |
| Example | done "things like food delivery apps and even lab-grown meat becoming popular… more people will care about eating healthy and maybe choose organic or plant-based foods" — specific future trends |
| Extension | done "eating habits will become more convenient, high-tech, and also more health-conscious and environmentally friendly" — concise four-point summary of expected changes |
General Template
[Prediction] I think [topic] will probably continue to change a lot in the future.
[Reason] For example, as people get busier, they might rely more on [trend 1]. Technology could play a big role too, with things like [technology 1] and even [technology 2] becoming popular.
[Example] At the same time, I think more people will care about [positive concern] and maybe choose [positive option]. [External factor] might also influence [topic], like [specific example].
[Extension] So, in the coming decades, I expect [topic] will become more [quality 1], [quality 2], and also more [quality 3] and [quality 4].
Vocabulary
| Word / Phrase | Synonyms |
|---|---|
| rely more on quick meals | rely more on fast food options rely more on convenience meals |
| food delivery apps | meal delivery services online food ordering platforms |
| lab-grown meat becoming popular | cultured meat becoming popular artificial protein becoming popular |
| choose organic or plant-based foods | choose natural or vegetarian foods choose chemical-free or vegan foods |
| more health-conscious | more health-aware more mindful of nutrition |
| more environmentally friendly | more eco-friendly more sustainable |