The table below shows the number of medals won by the top ten countries in the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
| London 2012 Olympic Games Medal Table | ||||||
| Rank by Gold | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total | |
| 1 |  |
United States | 46 | 29 | 29 | 104 |
| 2 |  |
China | 38 | 27 | 23 | 88 |
| 3 |  |
Great Britain | 29 | 17 | 19 | 65 |
| 4 |  |
Russia | 24 | 26 | 32 | 82 |
| 5 |  |
South Korea | 13 | 8 | 7 | 28 |
| 6 |  |
Germany | 11 | 19 | 14 | 44 |
| 7 |  |
France | 11 | 11 | 12 | 34 |
| 8 |  |
Italy | 8 | 9 | 11 | 28 |
| 9 |  |
Hungary | 8 | 4 | 5 | 17 |
| 10 |  |
Australia | 7 | 16 | 12 | 35 |
| Source: http://www.london2012.com/medals/medal-count/ |
Task 2
The free movement of goods across national borders has long been a controversial issue. Some people argue that it is necessary for economic growth, while others claim that it damages local industries. What do you think?
