Carbon dioxide, primarily emitted through human activities such as the…
Summarise the text in one sentence.
Carbon dioxide, primarily emitted through human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels and deforestation, is the most significant of all greenhouse gases contributing to climate change. Its excessive presence in the atmosphere has led to a steady increase in global temperatures and rising sea levels, threatening ecosystems, communities, and economies worldwide. These changes pose serious long-term risks that demand urgent and coordinated action. Given their influential role in shaping consumption patterns, supply chains, and production methods, businesses are being urged to take responsibility for the environmental consequences embedded in their operational models. Traditional profit-driven approaches are increasingly being scrutinized for their environmental impact, prompting a shift toward more sustainable business practices. Companies are now expected not just to reduce emissions but to actively invest in climate-friendly innovation and promote sustainable resource use. To support this shift, organizations like the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) are forming strategic partnerships with businesses to help guide and implement sustainable practices. These collaborations aim to transform entire markets, ensuring that environmental responsibility becomes a core element of business decision-making. By working together, WWF and its corporate partners seek to achieve long-term sustainability that balances economic growth with ecological preservation. Such alliances highlight the growing recognition that addressing climate change is a shared responsibility, one that requires systemic change across sectors, industries, and markets to secure a livable planet for future generations.
How to answer: structure and key points
Structure
- Write one sentence only, inside the word limit shown in the format card below.
- Begin with the passage's main idea.
- Add the most important supporting or contrasting points, joined with a connector.
- Use your own words where you can, check the grammar, and end with a full stop.
Outline for this passage
- Main idea: Reducing carbon emissions requires changes across connected economic systems.
- Point: The passage stresses businesses' influence on production and consumption.
- Point: Cooperation is presented as necessary for balancing development with ecological protection.
These are key points and a structure written by RealPTE, not a script to memorise: say or write it in your own words.
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Questions about this question
How do I answer PTE Summarize Written Text #741015?
Write one sentence only, inside the word limit shown in the format card below. Begin with the passage's main idea. The key points above cover 2 ideas from this question.
How do I get full marks on this Summarize Written Text question?
Write one well-formed sentence inside the word limit that gives the main idea and the key supporting points.
Can I practise #741015 with scoring?
Yes. The practice button on this page opens question #741015 in the RealPTE practice screen, where your answer is scored when you finish.
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Summarize Written Text format (Pearson)
| Prompt | Text up to 300 words |
|---|---|
| Time to answer | 10 minutes |
| Skills assessed | Reading, Writing |
| Scored on | Content; Form; Grammar; Vocabulary |
How it is scored
- Write one sentence of 5–75 words; fewer than 5 or more than 75 words scores zero.
- A response that misses the topic scores zero on every trait.
Source: Pearson, PTE Academic & UKVI test format, Part 1: Speaking & Writing, checked 9 October 2026.