ielts writing task 2 sample essay (model answers)

7 model answers: IELTS writing task 2

Updated:  February 2024

An IELTS essay is a ‘discursive essay’ where you may have to discuss an issue, give an opinion, explain the advantages or disadvantages, write about problems or causes of problems, and give solutions. There are 5 variations to an IELTS discursive essay.

In this blog post, there are 7 model answers for IELTS writing task 2. These are based on essays my students have written with help from me to correct them and make them more concise and clear.

First, let’s look at these important points.

In a problem-solution essay or an advantage-disadvantage essay, the instruction words will ask something like:

• What problem s does this cause, what solution s can you suggest?
• Do the advantage s outweigh the disadvantage s ?
• What are the advantage s and disadvantage s of this?

Notice the plural form here, advantage s and disadvantage s . Many students (and IELTS teachers) think they have to write more than one advantage and disadvantage or more than one problem and solution. Yes, you can certainly do this but you can also make it much simpler by writing about one advantage and one disadvantage. The same goes for a problem solution essay.

Another point to consider is that you may run out of time if you write 2 of each. You will have only 40 minutes for the essay. Planning time is around 10 minutes so that means 30 minutes of writing. Another danger of writing about 2 of each is that your word count will go well over 300 words.

What does the marking criteria say?

• Band 8 Task Response states-> ‘presents a well-developed response to the question with relevant, extended and supported ideas…’  

There is nothing mentioned in the marking criteria about having more than one advantage or disadvantage only that it needs to be well-developed, relevant, and supported. So you can take one advantage and one disadvantage, explain them well, and support them with a specific example within an essay of between 260 to 300 words. Same for a problem solution essay, one problem one solution.

•  Band 7 coherence and cohesion  it states-> ‘presents a clear central topic within each paragraph…’

So you can run with one central idea or one main advantage and disadvantage, or problem/solution, as long as you can explain it well and give a clear relevant example. You will see this technique in the model answers below.  

In the first causes solution model answer below there are 2 problems and 2 solutions . The only issue though is that it tends to end up as a very long essay at way over 300 words. Realistically, you will not have the time in the exam to write an essay over 300 words and you will have more chance of making mistakes.

You do not get a higher band score with a very long essay, such as a 380-word essay. I have often been sent these kinds of essays to mark and it is frustrating. Just keep it concise between 260 to 300 words.

Causes solution essay (long version)

Task question.

All over the world, societies are facing a growing problem with obesity. This problem affects both children and adults. What are the reasons for this rise in obesity, How could it be tackled?

Model Answer

Nations worldwide are dealing with the increasing issue of obesity which is a cause for concern for all age groups. There are two main causes, over-consumption of fast food and lack of exercise. Possible solutions would be a government tax on fast food and special incentives for gym membership to get people to exercise.

One of the reasons that people are becoming overweight these days is that they are eating more junk food, ready meals, and convenience food rather than cooking healthy meals at home. This is because many people tend to lead a busy life, so after a long day at work, it is easier to just buy convenience food or get a takeaway. For instance, research by the UK government found that sales of these types of foods have risen considerably in the past two decades. To tackle this issue the government should take steps to increase taxes on trans fats, high sugar, or unhealthy foods. Therefore, people would think twice about the foods they consume which could lead to them losing weight.

Another problem that needs to be considered is a lack of exercise. As a result of leading a hectic life with work commitments, many people are just too tired to go to the gym or join a sports club. For example, after work, the vast majority of people prefer to come home and sit in front of the TV. Furthermore, when people have time off they tend to relax rather than go to a gym. One possible solution is for employers to consider the well-being of their employees and offer in-house company gyms or special incentives, such as discounts to join sports or fitness clubs. If this is implemented it would have a positive effect on people’s health and a reduction in weight gain.

In conclusion, being overweight is an increasing issue because of the consumption of fast food, convenience foods, and not enough exercise due to work commitments. The government needs to look at taxing fast food and companies should set up incentives for gyms, sports, or fitness clubs.

The word count here is very high at around 345 words. This is because I chose to include 2 problems and 2 solutions. You can just take one problem and one solution as long as it is well-developed and explained. There is a shorter version below this.

Causes solution essay (shorter version)

Nations worldwide are dealing with the increasing issue of obesity which is a cause for concern among all age groups. One main cause of this issue is the overconsumption of fast food and convenience foods. A possible solution would be a government tax on these foods with lower costs for fresh produce.

One reason that people are becoming overweight these days is that they are eating more junk food and convenience food rather than cooking healthy meals at home. This is because many people tend to lead a busy life so it is easier to just buy ready meals or get a takeaway rather than cook at home. For instance, studies by the UK government have found that sales of these types of foods have risen considerably in the past two decades. If the issue is not addressed soon there will most likely be an epidemic of obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes shortly.

To tackle this issue governments need to increase the tax on high-sugar or unhealthy foods, especially those that contain trans fats. This would mean that consumers would think twice about the food they consume, so in the long run, this could lead to them losing weight and leading a much healthier life. To illustrate this, recently Norway implemented tough regulations and higher taxes on food containing high levels of sodium and saturated fats. They also fixed a lower price for organic vegetables to attract more consumers of fresh produce in supermarkets. This had a dramatic effect on reducing the consumption of junk foods.

In conclusion, being overweight is an increasing issue for children and adults globally because of the consumption of fast food and convenience foods. Authorities need to look at taxing these foods and make healthier options more available.

This essay is 297 words long. It takes one cause of the problem and explains it, then in main body 2, the solution is given. Notice the conclusion just rephrases the introduction. I paraphrased the word ‘governments’ to ‘authorities’.  Yes, there is some repetition of words such as fast food, etc…  you can repeat words as long as this is done sparingly.

You can write about one problem and one solution and still get band 7 as long as it is well-supported . The issue with a two problems two solutions essay is that you will run out of time as it will be a very long essay. Aim for under 300 words in writing task 2.

Discussion essay with opinion.

Some people believe that schoolchildren should not be given homework by their teachers, whereas others argue that homework plays an important role in the education of children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people think it is not a good idea for teachers to assign home study tasks to school children, while others say it is an essential part of learning. I believe youngsters need homework to achieve better exam results as it gives them a chance of entering higher education.

On the one hand, some believe that homework is of no benefit and becomes a burden to school children. This is because pupils spend their whole day studying, taking part in after-school clubs, and feel exhausted after returning home. For instance, in Japan, the majority of youngsters are under pressure to complete vast amounts of homework along with extracurricular activities. If they fail to finish their assignments they may not do well in exams, meaning they would be unable to get into a good high school. I think home assignments are beneficial but children should not be put under this kind of pressure.

Other people would say that homework plays a vital role in the development of knowledge for students and I agree with this. One reason for this is that home study tasks help pupils understand school subjects better and allow them to attain higher grades. For example, according to extensive research, pupils aged between 10 and 16 who are given a large amount of mathematics homework do far better in tests than those who are not given any home assignments. I believe that home study tasks improve a child’s chances of entering tertiary education and eventually obtaining a well-paid job.

To conclude, although views differ concerning children being assigned homework, I would argue that home assignments are necessary to help pupils get good grades, which allows them to secure a place at university and improves their career chances.

Word count is 294 words, this is long enough for an IELTS essay. Notice the way I have used specific language to mention people’s views.. ‘ On the one hand, some believe that…’  / ‘ Other people would say that …… One reason for this is….’   This is needed in a discussion essay. I also stated my views in every paragraph, my position is very clear as I agree with the side that says homework is necessary for children.

Opinion essay.

Students today can easily access information online, so libraries are no longer necessary. Do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that libraries are unnecessary these days because students have easy access to information via the internet. I disagree with this because libraries allow people to attain specialised types of information and are important for students to study in a quiet environment.

Even though it is true that students find it much easier to get specific academic information connected to their studies on the internet, I think that libraries are still essential in schools and universities as well as public library facilities. One reason for this is that some types of specialised information cannot be found on the internet. For instance, most well-known academic authors do not immediately publish their recent work online, instead, they publish books explaining their analyses and results. Therefore these books are usually found in university or school libraries before they appear on the world wide web.

Another reason why I believe that they are necessary is that students need places to concentrate and focus. Libraries are perfect environments for this as they are very quiet and everyone there is motivated to investigate and study. As a result, they create an academic environment that encourages deep concentration. To illustrate this, there is some evidence to suggest that more and more students are spending a larger proportion of their time in the library researching and writing. This is because a silent academic atmosphere helps them to study harder which leads to better results in exams.

In conclusion, although the internet is of great benefit to students, I believe that libraries are still necessary as they grant access to specialised sources of information and their facilities provide better conditions for studying.

Word count is 282 words here, long enough. I have disagreed with the opinion presented in the task question . In main body one is the first reason why I disagree , in main body two is the second reason why I disagree . The conclusion rephrases my views. My opinion and examples do not have to be true (actually I think academic authors first publish online rather than in books) but this doesn’t matter as I have taken the main idea and developed it. The examiner wants to see how you use language.

‘Outweigh’ Advantage Disadvantage essay.

Traffic and accommodation problems are increasing and the government should encourage businesses to move from cities to rural areas. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Housing and traffic congestion is a growing issue in metropolitan areas, and it is argued that the government ought to persuade companies to relocate to the countryside. I think that the advantages of this outweigh the downsides because housing and business overheads are more affordable and there are fewer traffic problems.

Admittedly, there are disadvantages to relocating businesses and companies to rural areas. One particular downside is that many employees have settled with their families and own their own homes, so moving to a rural area would uproot them and their families. Besides this, they may not be suited to life in the country, which could cause stress and motivation issues. To illustrate this, research has shown that many people who are transferred to new offices in small towns and rural locations feel bored, and lonely, and have trouble settling down.  

Despite the downsides, I believe that the advantages of moving out of big cities far outweigh the disadvantages. This is because housing is larger and much more affordable in rural areas. That is to say, a small apartment in London costs three times that of a large apartment in Wiltshire which is in a very rural location. Company overheads are also far more cost-effective outside of cities. For instance, an office space 20 miles out of London tends to be much bigger, and overall rental costs are considerably lower than that of central London. Another obvious benefit is that traffic congestion is no longer an issue in rural areas or villages.  

In conclusion, although there may be downsides to companies moving out of cities, I think that relocating to the countryside carries more advantages because of cost-effective housing, less traffic, and business rents are lower.

Word count is 285 words here. This is a special type of essay as you need to state your opinion, the question ‘ Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? ‘means which side do you think is stronger? the advantages or the disadvantages? In this essay, my position is that ‘ the advantages of businesses moving to the countryside are stronger than the disadvantages.’ You must also cover the disadvantages, as I have done in main body one.

Advantage Disadvantage essay.

Some parents buy their children a large number of toys to play with. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a child having a large number of toys?

Some parents purchase many toys for their children to play with. One particular advantage of this is that these toys help to develop a child’s cognitive abilities and motor skills, however, the disadvantage is that children may take too many toys for granted and lose focus and concentration.

One benefit of giving children many toys is that they can develop their cognitive functions and coordination faster. This means that if a young child has access to building blocks they learn about balance and coordination. Additionally, when a child plays with educational games, such as alphabet soup or toy cash registers, they will develop their thought processes and overall brain function. For instance, there is evidence to suggest that children under the age of seven, who play with various kinds of handheld puzzle toys, play doctor kits, and coding kits, had better hand-eye movement and improved their basic math and phonics skills rapidly.

However, the downside to having too many toys is that it is easy for children to become bored and restless with so many choices. This is because they lose interest quickly and their focus tends to become scattered as they flit from one toy to another. For example, compared to when I was a child, youngsters nowadays tend to have a huge collection of toys. After they get a new present for Christmas they become bored with it, and within a few days, they ignore it. As a result, many youngsters become impatient and their attention span becomes much shorter. This can lead to a lack of focus particularly with studying and homework.

In conclusion, although a child’s cognitive processes improve with having a wide choice of toys, the downside is that this can lead to boredom, poor concentration, and impatience.

This type of advantage disadvantage essay does not ask for a direct opinion, so I just clearly stated what the advantages and disadvantages are in both main body paragraphs and explained them well. My position is clear throughout the essay even though I do not state ‘I think…’ or ‘In my view…’

I have taken one advantage and one disadvantage here. This is ok and can still get you a Band 7 as long as it is well-explained, relevant, and supported.

Two-part question essay.

Most people agree that money cannot buy happiness. Why is happiness difficult to define? How can people achieve happiness?

Many people agree with the idea that happiness cannot be bought. This is difficult to define because everyone has a different concept of happiness. I believe that people can become happier by developing an optimistic mindset and pursuing interesting hobbies.  

One of the reasons why the definition of happiness is hard to grasp is that views differ on what contributes to being happy. Some people feel that money and career are important, while others would say that close family is the main factor, and yet others believe that freedom and self-expression create a happy existence. To illustrate this, studies carried out by leading psychologists in the USA showed that opinions varied greatly. Participants in these studies said that having freedom and few commitments were important, while the majority stated that a high salary and career status were crucial to being happy.  

In my view, people can become happier by developing a positive mentality. In other words, when someone tries to see things optimistically, it leads to emotional maturity and contentment. Moreover, I believe that by having engaging hobbies and pastimes people can achieve far greater contentment than focusing on material success, such as making a lot of money or pursuing job promotions. For example, there is evidence to suggest that people who have work pressures and earn high salaries, such as doctors or lawyers, have the highest rates of depression. However, those who have a positive attitude and spend their free time doing fulfilling activities are the least depressed.

To sum up, although happiness is hard to categorise due to differing opinions, I think that through positivity and taking up fascinating hobbies an individual can develop a greater sense of well-being.

Word count is 287 words. It is pretty straightforward here, just answer the first question in main body one: Why is happiness difficult to define?  then answer the second question in main body 2: How can people achieve happiness?

The second question asks for my opinion as it says ‘How?’. The thesis statement answers the 2 questions concisely. My whole introduction is simple and concise at 43 words.

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Writing Task 2 Sample Answers

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In this section I will discuss the common question types for task 2: The requirements and structure for each task, along with sample answers. You can also download a PDF sample answer for each question type.

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Agree or Disagree

The questions “Do you agree or disagree?” and “To what extent do you agree?” are exactly the same and can  be answered in the same way. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Advantages and Disadvantages

This popular question requires you to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a statement. You are NOT asked for your opinion or position and you should never give it in your answer. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

The task requires you to give your opinion (level of agreement) about a statement. The key word here is “outweigh” . This means you are expected to take a position (give your opinion). Downloadable PDF sample answer.

D iscuss both points of view and give your opinion

This essay combines discussion with opinion. You are required to discuss both views and state your own opinion all with supporting details. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Causes and Solutions

This question type requires you to identify causes or reasons of an issue and offer solutions. The topics are usually social and nothing controversial. The wording of the questions can vary. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Ca uses and Effects

This question type is very similar to causes and solutions and requires you to identify causes or reasons of an issue or problem and discuss the effects it has. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Multiple Questions

The task requires you to answer questions about a statement. There are usually 2 questions and the topics are usually social. You might be required to answer 3 questions but this is very rare. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Positive or Negative Development

The task requires you to give your opinion in response to a statement. There are 2 possible positions to take which you should state clearly in your introduction and expand in your body paragraphs. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

Mixed Questions

Mixed questions are tasks that combine the instructions from the main types above. They are very common in task 2 but candidates often get confused because they don’t conform to the main question types. Downloadable PDF sample answer.

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The Essay Writing section of the IELTS Writing Module can be a difficult task for many IELTS aspirants. Thus, it is vital that you polish your essay writing skills before attempting the IELTS by practising various model essay topics.

A well-organized essay will help in scoring a desirable band in the writing test. A lot of the candidates who take the writing test will need at least 5-10 minutes to prepare for the essay once they get the topic. If you consider certain points while writing the essay, it’ll get a bit easier to get a high IELTS band score . Few points are listed below:

• Answer the question asked: Before answering, carefully read the question that is asked and try to answer the question to the point, do not divert from the topic. Whatever the topic is, try to explain as much as possible. Do not speak out of the topic, if you do so you may end up losing the marks.
• Plan your work: After you get the topic for writing, plan your work based on the format. Think about what has to be written in the introduction, two paragraphs, and a conclusion. Once you plan the work, you will get an idea automatically on how to write the essay and score high marks accordingly.
• Write, Review and Re-write: Before actually taking the IELTS Writing test, it is important to take a practice test. While taking the practice test, take a particular topic and start writing the essay. Once you are done writing the essay, go through it and review your mistakes. When you take the second practice test, try to improve or overcome the mistakes that happened before.
• Skills you need to have: To score a good band in the IELTS examination, there should be some relevant skills, there are two kinds of skills; exam skills as well as language skills. You need to find out which skills you are good at and should improve the skills in which you are not that good. In order to find this out, you need to take a lot of IELTS practice tests .

IELTS sample essays are given in different types of questions. And each type wants you to give a response in different ways. The IELTS model essay types are given below.

Agree and Disagree Type Questions

In this category, one opinion of the particular thing is given and you’ll be asked to discuss whether you agree or disagree with that particular opinion.

• IELTS Opinion Essay topics

Discuss Type Questions

In this type of question, there will be two opinions given, you are asked to understand both the opinions and give your point of view based on that.

• IELTS Discussion Essay Topics

Cause Type Questions

In this type of question, you need to give the reason or cause why something has happened and you are also asked to discuss the different aspects of it such as the effect, solutions, and positive and negative points. Given below are links to sample IELTS essays:

• IELTS Writing Actual Test In July 2016 & Band 8.0 Sample Cause/Solution Essay
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Cause/Solution Essay Of Band 8.5 – Topic: Tourism
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Cause/Solution Essay Of Band 8.0 – Topic: Health
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Cause/Solution Essay Of Band 8.0 – Juvenile Delinquency
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Cause/Solution Essay Of Band 8.0 – Topic: People & Society
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 8.5 Cause & Effect Essay
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 9.0 Sample Cause/Solution Essay
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 8.0+ Sample Cause/Solution Essay
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 9.0 Cause/Solution Essay
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 8.0 Cause/Solution Essays
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 – Cause And Solution

Problem and Solution Type Questions

In this type of question, you have to discuss the problems related to society and plan accordingly to create a solution for these particular issues. Given below are links of sample IELTS essays:

• IELTS Writing Task 2 Problem/Solution Essay Of Band 8.0 – Topic: Energy Resources
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Problem/Solution Essay Of Band 8.5 – Health And Fitness
• IELTS Speaking Part 2 Sample: Describe A Time When You Solved A Problem Via The Internet
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 8.0 Problem/Solution Essay

Advantage and Disadvantage Type Questions

In this type of question, you have to give opinions relating to the positive and negative sides of a particular topic. Given below are links of sample IELTS essays:

• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic & Band 8.5 Advantage/Disadvantage Essay
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Advantage/Disadvantage Essay Of Band 8.0– Topic: Youth & Community
• Advantage/Disadvantage Essay – Topic: Students
• IELTS Writing Actual Test & Band 8.0 Advantage/Disadvantage Essay – Topic: Travel
• IELTS Writing Actual Test & Band 9.0 Advantage/Disadvantage Essay – Topic: Gap Year
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 8.5 Advantage/Disadvantage Essay
• IELTS Advantage/Disadvantage Essay Of Band 8.5 – Topic: Traffic & Accommodation
• IELTS Writing Actual Test – Band 8.0 Advantage & Disadvantage Samples
• IELTS Writing Actual Test- Band 8.0 Sample Advantage/Disadvantage Essays

Other Type Questions

There are other types of questions that do not fit in any of the categories above. So these kinds of questions are called other types of questions. Given below are links of sample IELTS essays:

• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic – Band 9.0 Sample Essay
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic (In April 2015) & Band 9.0 Sample Essay
• Sample Essay For Academic IELTS Writing Task 1 Topic 08 – Table
• Sample Essay For Academic IELTS Writing Task 1 Topic 07 – Table
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: Traffic & Sample Essay
• IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: International Car-Free Days & Sample Essay
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: Living In Big Cities & Sample Essay

Academic Writing

The Academic Writing test will take 60 minutes to complete the test. You are asked to write 2 tasks, task 1 of at least 150 words, and task 2 of at least 250 words. In task 1 you’ll be given a table, chart, process diagram, or graph and you’ll have to describe it in around 150 words for which you can take 20 minutes. In task 2, a topic will be given and you should write a 250-word essay.

Given below are links to some of the IELTS writing material for academic:

• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic (In September 2015) & Band 9.0 Essay
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic ( In January 2016) & Band 9 Model Essay.
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic (In July 2015) & Band 9.0 Argumentative Essay
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: Architecture & History – Sample Essay
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: Environment & Sample Essay
• Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: Economic Growth With Model Essay

General Training Writing

In the General Training test , you will have only 60 minutes to complete the test. There are 2 tasks, where you’ll have to write a 150 words essay for Task 1 and 250 words essay for task 2.

In task 1 you’ll have to write a letter, for example, a request letter. In task 2, it’ll be the same as Academic Writing where you’ll have to write a 250-word response according to the question given.

Bonus Essay Topics

• Many people believe that social networking sites have a huge negative impact on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree?
• In spite of the advances made in agriculture, many people around the world still go hungry. Why is this the case? What can be done about this problem?
• In many places new homes are needed, but the only space available for building them is in the countryside. Some people believe it is more important to protect the countryside and not build new homes there. What is your opinion about this?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is writing task 2 same for Academic and general module of IELTS?

What is the marking criteria for essay writing?

I’m confused about opinion essays. Eg.1: Even in agree/disagree essays they ask for your opinion like “To what extent you agree”. Eg.2: Even in advantage/disadvantage essays they ask for your opinion like “Do you think the advantages outweigh disadvantages”. Eg.3: There are essays which specifically ask for your opinion.

Can I write an essay which is more than 250 words? Will it improve my scores?

I have memorised some standard phrases to begin and end my essay? Will it improve my scores?

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How to approach academic writing task 2.

In the actual IELTS Academic Writing test, you will have one hour to complete the two questions or tasks: 20 minutes for the first task and 40 minutes for the second. So, you should expect to spend a little longer on practice Task 2 than you did on practice Task 1.

While you shouldn’t put yourself under too much pressure when practicing, it’s a good idea to set a timer or alert, so you can keep a track of your progress and how close you are to the time limit.

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Q: How long should I spend on IELTS Writing Task 2?

A: We suggest 40 minutes.

Q: How many words for IELTS Writing Task 2?

A: 250 words is about the right length, but don’t be afraid to go a little over.

Q: Should I be formal or conversational in style?

A: You should write in a formal style, suited to an academic environment.

Task 2 - Write about the following topic:

You should give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge to support your response.

What should I do next?

Once you’ve finished, you can download the model answer for Writing Task 2 and see how your work compares.

Remember, you don’t have to agree with the opinion expressed in the model answer; this Task 2 sample is a guide to illustrate the style, content, level of detail, structure, length and so on. A good way to improve is to spend some time reflecting on how your answer compares to the model answer - and keep practicing, of course.

If you want to see an example of an actual answer sheet for the IELTS Academic Writing test (‘on paper’ version), you can download a sample copy below.

• IELTS practice Academic Writing test - Task 1

IELTS Writing: Task 2 essay analysis with model answer

Being the most challenging language skill to master, writing requires constant practice and working on mistakes.

The most useful technique to improve your writing is to review and correct your errors as people tend to repeat the same mistakes over and over.

Therefore, if you put effort into working on your problem areas, you have a good chance to increase your writing band score.

Below you can see a model answer of a student to Task 2 of the IELTS Academic writing followed by comments to improve it.

Task 2 Question

The threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far overweigh the disadvantages.

Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer.

Student’s response to task two question

Introduction.

Some people believe that using nuclear technologies has more advantages than disadvantages: nuclear weapons help to prevent wars and nuclear power is considered to be the cheapest source of energy. However, I completely disagree with this opinion and think that nuclear technologies are very dangerous and should be used less both in the power engineering and the warfare.

Body Paragraph 1

Firstly, even if nuclear power stations are very popular nowadays due to their cheap fuel consumption and high productivity, they could be a very serious threat to the environment and people. There is a number of examples when nuclear power plants went out of control and caused high damage to society and nature. For instance, one of the biggest accidents took place in The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant at the end of the 20th century, and this territory is still uninhabited. In my opinion, people should use other ways of power engineering like water, wind and solar energies. They are natural and it means they are not expensive. Moreover, they are not harmful to environment and people.

Body Paragraph 2

Another point to consider is that owning a nuclear weapon gives an extra advantage to some countries and they could make use of this position. When one country has a nuclear weapon, it can threaten other countries or impose its rules and ideas on others. One clear example of this can be the latest situation in the North Korea. In this respect the best way to avoid nuclear wars is nuclear disarmament, the process of reducing or eliminating nuclear weapons.

In conclusion, nuclear power is very dangerous and may cause a lot of damage both to the society and the environment. That is why people should replace nuclear power stations with other energy sources like water or wind, and the governments of countries owning nuclear weapons have to come to an agreement to do nuclear disarmament

Band Score of the Essay

The maximum band score for this essay will be 6 as it does not completely answer the task requirement giving recommendations instead of comparing advantages and disadvantages.

The student, however, uses some uncommon vocabulary and attempts to use complex sentence structures.

With the minimum number of words being 250, an essay should ideally consist of 270-280 words.

You can now familiarize yourself with a more detailed analysis of errors and ways to correct them.

Task 2 essay analysis and comments

First of all, I’d like to give some general recommendations to improve this answer:

• Use more advanced vocabulary;
• Linking words could be used more;
• Develop the paragraphs;
• Answer the question of the essay.

Now let’s look at the introduction in more details.

(1) Introduction

Some people believe that using nuclear technologies has more advantages than disadvantages: nuclear weapons help to prevent wars and nuclear power is considered to be the cheapest source of energy. 

However, I completely disagree with this opinion and think that nuclear technologies are very dangerous and should be used less both in the power engineering and the warfare

In this introductory paragraph, the thesis shows an attitude towards the previous statement, i.e., to what is stated in the first sentence:

• (“ Some people believe that using nuclear technologies has more advantages than disadvantages: nuclear weapons help to prevent wars and nuclear power is considered to be the cheapest source of energy “).

However, this is a given in the writing task and is not to be questioned or taken position on.

The thesis statement should answer the question whether or not the writer agrees or disagrees that “ the benefits of nuclear technology far overweigh the disadvantages .”

A sample thesis could be:

• Although using nuclear power in technologies can be beneficial, I completely disagree that it brings more good than harm.
• However, considering the risk involved, I disagree that using technologies running on nuclear power has more positive sides than drawbacks.

(2) Paragraph 1

Firstly, even if nuclear power stations are very popular nowadays due to their cheap fuel consumption and high productivity, they could be a very serious threat to the environment and people.

There  is  a number of examples when nuclear power plants went out of control and caused high damage to society and nature.

For instance, one of the biggest accidents took place in The Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant at the end of the 20th century, and this territory is still uninhabited. 

In my opinion, people should use other ways of power engineering like water, wind and solar energies. They are natural and it means they are not expensive. Moreover, they are not harmful to environment and people.

A singular verb is used with “THE + number,” which shows or implies a specific figure.

For example,  The number of people choosing overseas holidays IS gradually increasing. 

“A+ number” means “many, numerous” and takes a plural verb, such as in:  A number of measures HAVE been taken to tackle the issue.

The paragraph finishes with a recommendation while the task was different.

(3) Paragraph 2

Another point to consider is that owning a nuclear weapon gives an extra advantage to some countries and they could make use of this position.

When one country has a nuclear weapon, it can threaten other countries or impose its rules and ideas on others. One clear example of this can be the latest situation in the North Korea.

In this respect the best way to avoid nuclear wars is nuclear disarmament, the process of reducing or eliminating nuclear weapons.

The topic sentence should contain the main idea of the paragraph and support the thesis statement of the essay.

This paragraph, however, starts with a topic sentence seeing a nuclear weapon as an advantage.

This is irrelevant because the writer’s opinion is that there are more negative aspects than advantages in nuclear power.

Better Response

1. A topic sentence to reflect this idea could be: 

• Despite presenting some advantage to countries owning it, a nuclear weapon can become ground for disagreement and conflict.

2. Names of countries are not used with the article THE unless the name is plural like THE United States or THE Philippines.

3. Recommendations should be used in problem/cause-solution essays where you need to present ways to solve a certain problem.

In this paragraph, the recommendation made should be taken out while an example of North Korea could be developed further to make the point even clearer.

• For example, One clear example of this can be the latest situation in North Korea which has been demonstrating its achievements in developing nuclear weapons.

4. You can also add how disadvantageous it can be for the country:

• Even though the weapon can scare off a country’s enemies and prevent potential military attacks, it will definitely trigger a negative reaction in many peace-loving countries around the globe. Such reproachful attitude can, in turn, lead to sanctions against and termination of international agreements with the country. Thus, there are many repercussions involved in employing nuclear energy as a defense means.

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(4) Conclusion

In conclusion, nuclear power is very dangerous and may cause a lot of damage both to the society and the environment.

That is why people should replace nuclear power stations with other energy sources like water or wind, and the governments of countries owning nuclear weapons have to come to an agreement to do nuclear disarmament

A concluding paragraph should restate the writer’s opinion and the main ideas presented in the body paragraphs.

It can contain a recommendation only if that is required by the essay question.

This essay asks if the writer agrees or disagrees that “the benefits of nuclear technology far overweigh the disadvantages.” 

A better conclusion would be:

• In conclusion, difficult to handle, exploitation of nuclear energy can result in environmental catastrophes and hostile relationships with other states. Therefore, the disadvantages of using this type of energy source are far more.

Vocabulary and complex sentences

Below are given some additional words and phrases from the essay that could be improved:

• high damage – serious/severe/enormous damage
• country- state, government
• that is why – therefore
• is very dangerous- poses great perils

Also, it must be kept in mind that short sentences should be avoided, even if they make up a longer sentence as two clauses.

You can improve them by turning them into a relative or reduced clause:

• …and this territory is still uninhabited. – leaving the territory uninhabited for decades.
• They are natural and it means they are not expensive. – They are natural, which means they are not expensive.

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In some parts of the world it is becoming popular to research the history of one’s own family. Why might people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?

Exploring one’s family background and history is becoming increasingly popular in numerous countries around the world. In my opinion, through research and knowing more about one’s family, people can see common trends passed through generations and useful information which can only be seen as beneficial for people’s future.

Firstly, some people look into their family history in order to discover any common trends with family members of a previous generation. This can be especially so with people who have particular skills, gifts or interests in uncommon fields. In other words, as some gifts and skills are hereditary, it can be interesting for people to learn how many others in their family shared these talents from previous generations.

Another reason for the popularity of finding out about one’s family history is often due to general curiosity of one’s geographical origins. That is to say, some families moved abroad, away from their own country, generations ago which resulted in them losing their original culture and adopting the culture of the country they moved to. Therefore, through research, people can learn more about their country of origin and understand more about the culture that their family originally came from.

Finally, the trend of researching family history is certainly beneficial and can help people find their place in the world. Some people feel a lack of direction in life or are dislocated from others but by learning more about their past family history, it can help them relate to the world and feel more comfortable about who they are. Take, for example, a person who feels nervous about making a certain choice in life, they may feel comforted by knowing that others in their family made the same choice many generations ago.

In conclusion, it can be advantageous for people to learn more about the family’s background and origins. It would be useful for children to learn about their own family history, if this was incorporated into the school curriculum.

There are two questions to this essay. Make sure you answer each question clearly and explain your ideas sufficiently if you want to get band score 6 or above.

There is no doubt that many people around the world spending time to research the history of their family. In my opinion, knowing family history and culture is beneficial. There are multiple reasons why people want to know their family history, for example, few people would be interested to know their family history out of curiosity. Knowing their family background and history makes them to make decision easily, for example if someone knows that their forefathers were artist, they can easily opt art as their career. Recently one article published in one of major new paper about a man who started learning music after knowing his great grand parent was great musician and to surprise, he also became very successful in music industry. In last two centuries, many people migrated from their own country to some other countries and slowly their original culture was lost. These people adopted the culture of their current country and felt like they lost their identity. Now if people could track down their family history, they would be able to know from where they belong and what was their culture. Many of these people would like to go back to their original country and this could provide them inner satisfaction. It is believed that people feel more secure when they are tied to their root. In conclusion, people have right to know the history of their family to restore their lost culture, language and many more things. Knowing family history enables them to find their identity. Government should start creating some databases where the family records can be kept forever.

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Nowadays, in some areas around the world, it is becoming common to explore the past of one’s own family. People tend to do this for many different reasons, such as knowing about their origin and history. However, I believe this act has many adverse effects on both individuals and society. People are searching about their family origin and history for several reasons. Firstly, the nature of the human race is characterised by curiosity which might encourage people to start a self-discovery. In other words, knowing about your ancestors and the way they lived might reveal an explanation for many things in a person’s behaviour. Secondly, When a person knows more about the hereditary disease, such as some sort of cancer that could be common among his family members, he can start to take preventive measures to ensure a healthier life. In my opinion, it is better to focus on the present family members and not to search about the family’s past as it might bring a serious and hugely negative impact on individuals as well as the local communities. One of the main side effects that could arise from doing this, sometimes it reveals some secrets that must be forgotten and could affect or damage the relationships between people in the same family. Another possible issue is that not all hereditary diseases are passed through generations. Excessive thinking about illness might lead people into depression and anxiety, and as a result, they could end up spending a large amount of money doing unnecessary lab tests and checks to ensure they are not affected. To conclude, people are exploring and searching for their own family history for various reasons. However, searching for the history of one’s ancestors has a dangerous and serious impact on society.

People searching for their own family history became a growing trend in some countries, putting globalization under the microscope, linking it this phenomenon and stating it as the main reason for the present identity crisis which resulted in a social regression, having negative effects on overall development.

It’s quite clear in nowadays society, how much people lost their sense of belonging leading them to dig in their family history in order to fill the void caused by globalization, which resulted in a gradual disappearance of most traditions, dispersing communities and spreading a culture of individualism, pushing people to a state of disorientation as they can’t belong to something as vague as humanity. A clear example of that, is the popularity of DNA test in developed western nations in contrast with third world countries where nations are still trying to and relatively succeeding at preserving their culture in the face of globalization.

This appearance of such phenomenon is considered negative, due to dissatisfaction being it’s core motive, as having people spending money on unneeded services, will pave the road to the birth of other industries that will exploit human vulnerabilities to generate interest, which is, for instance, the case in most of western countries, facing a huge growth in industries that consider costumers wellbeing as their last concern.

To conclude, the research people do to learn about their history is an indication of a bigger underlying problem, proving the inefficiency of globalization as a global policy, owing to the negative effect it had on human development.

Recently, curiosity leads people to explore the historical background of their families. In my perspective, the reason why this activity becomes popular nowadays is that acknowledging the history of their families can raise their dignity, self-esteem, and sense of belonging to their families. As the awareness of historical background rises, this activity can also give positive impacts on the preservation of cultures.

People often underestimate their family background, as they do not know how great their family is. Even sometimes this can bring anxiety to some people from different backgrounds, especially in younger generations. For instance, students from Asia countries in western schools often feel unconfident because of their distinctive backgrounds. Fortunately, people are recently interested to research their family history. By exploring history, people might find out that their grandparents were great influential figures in the past. Hence, they become proud of their families as it raises their self-esteem and dignity.

Secondly, in modern days, people tend to try hard to fit themselves into modern lifestyles. . As a result, they often forget their cultural backgrounds which might lead to cultural extinction. Family history exploration might lead them to acknowledge that they have amazing cultures from their roots. Therefore, the awareness of the conservation of their culture can raise significantly.

In conclusion, family history research can be seen as a positive development as it brings a lot of benefits to individuals and communities, especially in terms of self-dignity and culture preservation.

In recent year people are so busy with their work thus almost forgot about to know their family more. While there are few country where to know the family deeply become famous in trend. Such trend had both negative and positive effect which will be discuss further in ensuring paragraph.

On the one side of the trend, it is beneficial for the nation as a whole. If individual study properly about their culture of own family give them more knowledge about the history of it,which help to improve the identity of the nation. To know more about the root of the join family allow people to respect the value as well as it encourages them to follow it. Many families in India belong to royal families in past and today also they now carry forward the ritual as it used to before.

In addtion, people are more aware of their culture and origin make them more enthusiastic to sustain the same value. Moreover, it enhance the culture of the nation and value addition to it.

On the other hand, there are a few negative aspects of the trend. Firstly, exploring their own family make them more family-oriented person in result they almost forgot to explore the new advanced world. Secondly, it make people more stubborn to follow the other culture.

Overall, it is a positive development if people search about their families. As a whole it help both individuals as well as the nation.

Exploring one’s family ancestry is gaining popularity among the people from across geographic locations. The interest in history can be attributed as a mechanism to identify the person’s roots as well as in understanding their culture at deeper levels. In my opinion, this is certainly a positive development towards a better relationship with their loved ones while sometimes reconnecting with a long lost member of the group. Although in recent times, nuclear families have inadvertently taken over the traditional structure, this has also induced curiosity, among the younger generations, in associating to one’s history and past culture. As a result, most parents are increasingly being questioned about their family traditions which are then inculcated slowly by the youngsters. For instance, In Japan, most children refer to old photographs to recognize different members of the clan, while dressing up in traditional Kimono during role-playing and game. But, Does knowing their ancestral principles help the people in the long term? In my view, it has been seen to have advantageous effects on one’s life. First of all, due to the society essentially leading a singular life with workplace as the primary nucleus, family is the one thing which brings the people together. Higher knowledge of one’s history will prove to be vital in such cases, as more collaboration between the members will be demanded, which will lead to contentment in individuals. Furthermore, occasionally, extended family members namely uncles or cousins are often found by people, who are residing in the same or nearby cities, that enables them for reconnecting and be celebrating important family events. In conclusion, investigating one’s previous generation has been favorable as it reintegrates a person back into the family principles and specific traditions, if avoided, would be on the verge of extinction. Moreover, this also aids in meeting and connecting with your loved ones where special occasions are celebrated to the fullest.

I am confused bout why the word “curriculum” was mentioned in the conclusion. May you please clarify is it is alright to introduce a new idea in the conclusion?

The last sentence in the conclusion in this essay is a final comment. It is not a new point. You should not write final comments in such a way unless you have been trained by a professional how to do that. There is a big difference between a final comment and a new idea.

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Studying one person’s own family history is gaining traction these days. This essay will discuss the main reason persuading people to do this and explain why it is a positive development in general.

The major driving force behind this phenomenon is that more and more families migrate to new places and their offsprings want to know their family’s origin. The populations of countries such as America and Australia are largely formed by immigrants from all over the world. As a result, children from a migrant family have the common urge to discover their parents’ or grandparents’ lives since they lived in a different world. For example, there was an influx of Italian migrants in the U.S. after the WWII and their second generation looked into their family lineages and realize how different the life was for their parents and relatives. In sum, researching the family history is largely propelled by the offsprings of immigrants.

In terms of the impact of this trend, people overall receive positive outcome as they develop researching skills. Uncovering the past history of a family is not an easy job since there is few first hand materials. A learner has to resort to various ways such as checking history documents from a library and interviewing relatives. The process of collecting information, raising questions, and applying knowledge to solve problems will greatly train one person’s researching skill. I personally studied my family history as part of a research study and the experience assisted my college study later on. Therefore, this positive learning outcome means that family history studying is worth the effort.

In conclusion, the popularity of understanding family history is strongly boosted by the people who want to know more about their families coming from the foreign lands. As people gain valuable researching skill during the process, this phenomenon should be treated positively.

Oh my God, I hope I won’t get any topic like that on the exam, it seems so difficult to discuss it properly in just 40 mins 🙁

Nevertheless, thank you very much for this wonderful web-site, Liz! Especially for Writing Task 2 section. The most important thing here is that you help to understand the logic of the writing task, so now I feel more confident. Even if I get an unusual topic or question, I know now how to tackle it!

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This sounds great

This essay appears to be more than 300 words. I’ve heard that there will be penalties if someone exceed more than 10% of the word limit (27-280). I’m from Sri Lanka, but I’m willing to know whether the marking regulations are different to different parts of the world.

Cheers, Ayodya Karunanayake

There are no upper word limits for IELTS – not in any part of the world. It is advisable to keep your essay under 300 words to avoid too many language errors and to keep the essay more focused with less irrelevant information. However, it is possible to write over 300 words and get band 9. But I wouldn’t recommend it unless you have flawless English and you are 100% familiar with the marking criteria and band score requirements.

Hello Ma’am, Words cannot actually describe my appreciation for your immense contribution towards my IELTS prep. May God continue to strengthen your efforts and bless your family. Pls ma’am, can I write my introduction as below, and is it allowed to have 3 full stops, I mean 3 sentences in the introduction. “Research on the history of a person’s own background is becoming more common in some regions around the globe. In my opinion, people do this in order to keep track of their family lineage, as well as to safeguard it, and it is certainly a positive development that can help reduce some communal clashes. ”

There are no rules about how many sentences an introduction can contain. However, it should be short and concise without too much detail. When you have two questions to answer, it is possible to have to sentences to create the thesis (the answer). Most other essay types have only one sentence for the thesis.

Ma’am you are just superb, thanks infinite and I believe, I have grasped the concept.

Your book ‘Ideas For IELTS Essay Topics’ is a great help. It’s concise and very useful to get familiar with the language appropriate for each topic.

I have a question about that book: Are all the words and phrases in the book appropriate to be used in IELTS writing task 2? I’ve faced some phrasal verbs and idiomatic language such as “They get off very lightly. On the beat. Foot the bill.” in the book. Is it ok if I use them in my essay?

Regards, Mojtaba

All phrases that are found in the book are suitable for formal essays.

I Just took the computer-based ielts today. This is exactly the question I received for Task 2.

I hope your test went well 🙂

The result came out yesterday. I got 7 in writing and 8 overall. Your blog is a big help.

That’s great. It isn’t easy to get band 7 in writing 🙂

Hi Liz, Your blog is indeed a big help for those who are sincere but need direction. Great work. I would like to ask a generic question. For writing task 2, is it okay to write ‘his/her’ for referring to the people/person in general, or is it not recommended? Thank you!

It is best to refer to people in general and write about “they” or “them”. You definitely never write “his/her” it would be considered grammatically incorrect to write in such a way.

Thanks a lot!

Hi Liz, Is it possible to answer this question type with a less strong position? For example, can I say “whereas this may have some benefits, I think that, overall, it is a negative development” In this case, can I plan to write the first paragraph about the positives and a second one that explains why I think it is a negative development?

Be more precise – in what way is it positive and in what way negative? Be exact, not vague. Try the thesis again.

Thanks for the essay. My question is that you mentioned that it is not recommended to use “Firstly,Secondly,thirdly” in the beginning of paragraphs. is that true also in the same paragraph ? because I thought that it is good thing to use them in one paragraph when I ‘m listing the reasons or the causes for example ??

It is fine to use them inside one paragraph to highlight each supporting point.

There has been a tendency among people to conduct numerous researches on their family backgrounds. This trend has caught on of late, and more and more people are trying to follow suit. I believe that searching in family history will be to the benefit of the whole family and one can benefit from the outcomes in varieties of fields, such as decision-making and medics.

One reason to explain why people are inclined to learn about the history of their families is that they are curious to know the people of their acquaintances and examine how they were like and what they did. There is even a chance, though a little, to find ancestors who are still alive. Numerous stories have been told in which a family chanced upon the father or mother of their grandparents via their determined searches in history. Furthermore, with the growth of genetics-based knowledge, people tend to perceive of the origins of their behaviors and understand how their grandparents have formed their demeanor and habits. A man, for instance, can search for his family history and unexpectedly realize that his unpleasant habit of being untidy around house comes from his father’s attitude, who always had uncluttered room.

Even though some people believe that searching in history is futile, there can be numerous benefits in it. For one, by searching in the history of their families, people can learn about their families’ decisions and opinions about life and events. They can pick up how to react to current issues and tackle problems by carrying out a simple search in the history and weigh up the pros and cons of each course of action. Secondly, doctors can benefit greatly from the history and origin of diseases in people who have conducted researches on their forefathers. For example, if a person finds out that his grandfather has been suffering from diabetes for quite a long time in the past, he will keep a wary eye on his own health and take safety measures into consideration in order to avoid being infected.

All summed up, people are believed to be enthusiastic in finding about their history due to their curiosity and their own good in rooting out their habits and attributing them to their relatives. I think this is a worthwhile and beneficial approach and should be encouraged.

A perfect essay I would appreciate you if you could provide me some tips for effective writing.

Excellent answer. I wish i would write exactly like this .

” take safety measures into consideration in order to avoid being infected” being infected is wrong usage i believe, as diabetes is a non communicable diseaase; one cannot be infected with diabetes. i think it would be more appropriate to say “in order to avoid developing diabetes”

In many parts of the world ,children have more freedom than in the past. Is this positive or negative development

Hi Liz, Your tips and model essays are really good and useful. Thanks a ton.

In the model essay, you have mentioned ‘previous generation’ twice in the second paragraph. Similarly, in paragraph 3, you have used the word origin in different forms (geographical origins, original culture, country of origin, originally) and in paragraph 4, family history has been used twice. Is it okay to repeat words within a paragraph and also in an essay or do we need to paraphrase them?

There is a limit to paraphrasing. If you try to paraphrase all words, all the time, you will produce more errors and lower your score.

Mam,This essay does not mention about negative developments of such research like inferiority complex development,increase in disparity and like- heritage groupism.Will it be better if this is added with opinion a positive development,however a word caution that we as human beings stand together. In conclusion,proud heritage,satisfaction of curiosity and formation of a subgroup for coherence are attractive developments everyone must cherish this research.

You don’t get better marks because you add more ideas. Brainstorm ideas, choose your opinion and then select your best ideas. Don’t flood your essay with lots of ideas – choose two or three and no more.

I have gained enoug knowledge from your tips and models. Thank you

Hello Liz, Can I use the term “genealogy” in this essay ? Regards, Sadia.

Yes – it’s great! Good choice of vocabulary.

hi in conclousin could i write (from what we has been discussed above might we can draw the conclousion )

conclusion sorry

No, just write “In conclusion, …”.

Dear mam, thank you for providing the great knowledge related IELTS I have a doubt to clear that in the case of task 2 positive or negative development essay,1st person and second person(I and we) can be used?

We avoid using “we” is all IELTS essays.

Good afternoon Liz! Thank you very much for your help! I have a question. In IELTS book 7, in the third test, in writing task 2 (direct questions essay) where prompt asks “How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?”, do they ask for our opinion? Thank you in advance!

Yes, it’s your opinion. Do you think job satisfaction is realistic or do you think it is unrealistic? Always try to rephrase the essay question so that you answer it fully.

Miss, are we allowed to add extra words to the introduction, while paraphrasing it, so to get the our introduction more precise for example; adding (People think or people believe etc ) ” when it’s not available in the question itself ?

Yes. This is normal in paraphrasing as long as you don’t change the meaning of the sentence.

hello Liz, This is the first time i m writing to u. You r my only IELTS teacher as I m not admitted to any other IELTS couching. I have a question to ask. Often I don’t get time to write 5 para in task 2 as above mentioned.Is this important to write 5 para (including “Finally”) for getting above 7? and how much I need to write for getting band score 7 to 8?

You can have either four or five paragraphs for writing task 2. See how the band scores are marked here: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2-band-scores-5-to-8/ . For advanced writing task 2 lessons, see this page: http://subscriptions.viddler.com/IELTSLizStore

I am gratitude to thank for your posts , I have seen several videos in the blog and task 2 essay written samples One of the video you are suggested to avoid to use this kind of words ” Firstly” &” Finally”, but i noticed that the same word used in the name of essay “The history of one’s own family” is that correct way to wrote academic language.

Usually we avoid “Firstly, Secondly, Finally” being used together to start paragraphs in one essay because they don’t show flexibility. But you can certainly use one or two of them – just not all three together.

Amazing stuff. One query though , wouldn’t it be better to write “This can be especially true with people … ” rather than ““This can be especially so with people … ” . Use of word ‘so’ seems unnatural to me. Please comment. Thanks

Both ways are fine. It’s certainly good to use “true”. All the best Liz

I feel glad to read your easy model.. Your blog/tips/ideas are really helpful. I hope it will help me in my upcoming G test after 10 days

My bad, I visited your site lately. Hence, I am keep reading comments etc now. Hope it will help me.

Thanks Sandy

How to plan your essay effectively before you start writing it ? In other words, how to choose your topic sentence (idea) in your body paragraph ?

Thank you All best

See this link: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2-essay-planning-tips/ . The topic sentence is the main idea. All the best Liz

Are all the essays shown in the “Model essays” have 9 band score ? I estimated that it is but when I read this essay’s comment , I felt that it is not true ? I will be glad if you give information about this situation. Thank you.

Sure, they are estimated at band 9. Liz

Hello Thanks a lot for usefull information

Sometimes it is difficult or hard to find some ideas about the topic in writting task 2, especially in uninteresting one , which leads to waste a lot of time during the exam Do you suggest any hepfull way or tip for this problem ? Thank you.

It is part of your preparation. You need to prepare a lot of ideas that cover the main topics. If you look at the 100 essay questions, it is useful to plan ideas rather than only writing full essays. Liz

Thank you so much for your advice

Hope you are well. Firstly thanks a bunch for your massive effort in making all these videos and model essays. I really appreciate your help.

I was wondering if you could clarify me on something.

Can I use ” To recapitulate, ………” instead of ” To conclude or To summarize ..”?

If I can, can you please let me know the correct syntax for this.

Yes, it’s fine to use that. All the best Liz

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IELTS Writing Task 2

IELTS is a highly recommendable English language test. It is acceptable to the topmost countries and colleges around the world as proof of the proficiency of a Candidate in the English language. It is not so easy to clear this test. The only thing that helps you to clear this test is the proper Knowledge with complete guidelines and Practice. So, this post is very helpful for the students who are preparing for Their IELTS. In the below-given content, we are going to provide you with IELTS writing task 2 Question Answer . It will help you to understand how to answer any question in IELTS Writing Task 2 . So Read it and Implement it in your regular practice to get Success in your IELTS.

Check out the series of IELTS Writing Task 2 Topics With Answers ( Sample Answers ), written by the professionals of IELTS. These solutions will help you to explore ideas in IELTS writing task 2. The Model answer tells you how to organize ideas in paragraphs. A wide range of grammatical structure and lexical resources guaranteed you to achieve a 7.5 + Score in writing.

IELTS Writing Task 2 Sample Answers

1) Some people say that Ebooks and modern technology will totally replace traditional newspapers and magazines to what extent do you agree or disagree?

Technology is flourishing by leaps and bounds and providing us with new avenues while keeping us updated with the latest news and current affairs. Therefore, a fair amount of people believe, a conventional way of newspaper reading will be disappeared. I do not completely agree with it because a conventional newspaper is the easiest and cheapest way to get news.

To embark on, there are multiple reasons why the traditional ways of getting news are still popular. First of all, reading the newspaper has become the ardent habit of many people. Everyone whether from the affluent or middle class is seen desperately waiting for paper in the morning and enjoying it reading with a cup of tea. Moreover, these are the most portable, cheapest, and easiest ways of knowing about global activities. It can be carried from one place to another in the bag and is available at an economical price. It is so handy and merely continuing the flip of pages can make you omniscient. Secondly, electricity and other appliances are not required. Moreover, the other attachments are like icing on the cake. For instance, the Hindustan Times has multiple attachments like women’s fashion, career guides, culinary art, and so on.

However, undoubtedly, technology has given a radical approach to reading news, for example, videos provide a full and clear view of reading Besides that we can download, share, and forward them to our relatives and friends. Needless to say, technophobia will have no place in this ever-advanced modern world.

To conclude, the lives of people are drastically affected by advanced versions of technology yet, in my opinion, it will not be able to pose a threat to the existence of traditional newspapers and magazines.

NOTE : IMPRESSIVE INTRODUCTION WITH PROPER REPHRASING IS THE MAIN KEY FACTOR TO GET THE DESIRED SCORE IN IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTION ANSWER.

2) Some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid community work in their free time. This can benefit teenagers and the community as well.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Children are the backbone of every country. So, there are people who tend to believe that youngsters should be encouraged to initiate social work as it will result in a flourished society and individualistic growth of youngsters themselves. I, too believe that this motivation has more benefits than its drawbacks.

To begin with,  social work by children can be easily associated with personality development because, during this drive, they tend to communicate with a variety of people, which leads to polished verbal skills. For example, if they start convincing rural people to send their children to school they have to have a convincing attitude along with developed verbal skills to deal with diverse kinds of people there. This improved skill will help them lifelong in every arena. Apart from this, the true values of life like tolerance, patience, team spirit, and cooperation can be learned. Besides that, young minds serve the country with full enthusiasm giving the feeling of fulfillment and self-satisfaction. This worthiness for themselves brims them with self-confidence and patriotic feeling. Moreover, going and experiencing multiple cultures and traditions makes their horizon so broad that add one more feather to their cap.

However, It is truly said, no rose without thrones. Can the drawbacks of this initiation be ignored? Children go to school, participate in different curriculum activities, and endure the pressure of peers, parents, and teachers, and in the competitive world, they should not be expected to serve society without their self-benefits. This kind of pressure might bring resentment in their mind.

In conclusion, I believe, the notion of a teenager doing unpaid work is indeed good but proper monitoring and care should be given to avoid untoward consequences.

NOTE : ALWAYS SPEND AT LEAST FOUR OR FIVE MINUTES PLANNING YOUR IDEAS BEFORE YOU START WRITING YOUR ANSWERS OF THE IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTIONS.

3) Do children behave better when they are physically punished or rewarded?

Children are the future of the nation and how they should be raised, is a debatable issue. Some people believe that they should be exposed to physical punishment while others say constant appreciation is required for them. According to me, these arguments need proper scrutinization before forming an opinion.

To begin with, there are many advantages of conferring rewards to children. First of all, appreciation and verbal praise can have a magical impact on the behavior of the children because when they are appreciated for good conduct they come to know about the value of good behavior and try to continue with that. The more they brim with positive comments, the more they are confident. On the other hand, children who are subjected to artificial physical punishment are seen with a lack of self-confidence. A survey conducted on the behavior of children revealed that a child exposed to punitive actions by parents is more aggressive and furious than others of his age. Hence beatings of a child can never be fruitful.

On the contrary, there is no denying the fact that training the notorious and ferocious mind is a hard nut to crack because it is true that the rod is the only logic for fools. Moreover, some children repeat mistakes even after being warned and punished, this type of stubbornness forces parents and guardians to give them beatings. Needless to say, over-pampering may have an adverse effect on children. In this present scenario, parents have one or two children and this pampering distracts them away from their path.

To conclude, children are tender buds, and nurturing them is really a major responsibility. Therefore, a fair judgment on behavior is required for a good upbringing.

NOTE : In IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTION ANSWERS THE EXAMINER WILL ASSESS THE COHERENCE AND COHESION OF YOUR ANSWER. THEY WILL JUDGE HOW YOUR IDEAS ARE ORGANIZED AND LINKED TO MAKE SENSE.

4) Some people say that the feeling of competition should be encouraged in children others say they should be taught to become cooperative. What is your opinion?

Children are the tender buds of society and they are required to be taught the true values of life. Therefore, some people tend to believe that the feeling of competition should be infused in them while others believe that the possession of cooperative values is required of them. I will discuss the merits and demerits of both aspects before reaching any opinion.

To begin with, there are many reasons why children should have competional values. Firstly, competition motivates youngsters to accelerate their efforts to attain a higher level in education and in other activities. They start working hard to compete with others and understand the value of hard work. This dedication and hard work help them to stand first everywhere. Secondly, competional values inculcate self-confidence and self-independence in children. When they participate in activities and compete with others, they are more likely to have a feeling of self-achievement and fulfillment. They feel worthy and provide them balanced and peaceful mind. They tend to become self-reliant and that results in the best decision-making ability in them. Moreover, a sense of completion is the need of the hour. Undoubtedly, in the modern era, people their childhood till adults, face competition For example- in school, there are dance competitions, race competitions, and poem competitions and when they become adults, they face competition in taking a job while taking admission in college and even face competitive in an exam. Thus, a value is highly required.

On the other hand, it is needless to say how important is it to inculcate the value of cooperation. This is the only feeling by which a child can learn teamwork, team spirit, co-existence, tolerance, and patience. Moreover, if history is seen it becomes quite evident that the well-known icons of the society are only those who had a helping and sacrificing attitude. A self-centered human being cannot earn fame in society. Secondly, incessant preaching for competition may result in rivalry between the peer group and others. These rival feelings take no time in turning in to jealousy and personal grudges. A heart full of jealousy for others can never hold good for themselves and for others.

To conclude, after gauging both, competitional and cooperative values, I feel that both values have their own importance. Thus, a child should be brought up by imparting both equally.

NOTE : WIDE RANGE OF LEXICAL RESOURCES IS ONE OF THE FOUR PARAMETERS CHECKED BY THE EXAMINER. SO IN YOUR IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTION ANSWER AVOID THE REPEATING WORDS.TRY TO READ IELTS WRITING TASK 2 SAMPLE ANSWERS FOR PRACTICE.

5) Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and this money could be better spent elsewhere.

Art is the externalization of individual skills and reflects the heritage of a country. At present, art seems to have lost its value because of less concern by the government, however, I feel that art still requires being given more value than other basic necessities of any nation.

To begin with, there are many reasons why art should be the priority of any country. First of all, It is the best source of generating revenue income for the government. Museums, art galleries, and musical concerts are the places, from where a handsome revenue is taken. Mesmerizing sculptures and beautifully engraved paintings by renowned artists adorn the beauty of the museums and attract tourists. Undoubtedly, these tourists are the greatest source of revenue income. These tourists throng in large numbers on these historical places and monuments that help to promote local handicrafts, resulting in providing income to the small-scale industries.  Secondly, art is the cultural and historical reflection of every country. It is the real asset of every country that brings uniqueness and pride to every country and if a fund is not allocated by the government then it will be difficult to keep this alive.

However, some opponents of art say that spending money by a government on art hampers the development of the country in regards to good infrastructure, road system, efficient transport system, and medical facilities. Moreover, allocating money to education and medical facilities definitely lessens the literacy rate and increases the being of the nation which helps a country to grow.

To conclude, art is really an integral part of every country, therefore, the government should fund art museums and promote artists’ values to keep and maintain the glorify the history of the country otherwise artists and the art will be lost in oblivion.

NOTE :  WHILE ANSWERING THE IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTIONS NEVER USE NOTES AND BULLET POINTS. THE LANGUAGE SHOULD BE FORMAL WHILE AVOIDING ABBREVIATIONS.

6) When a country develops its technology, the traditional skills and ways of life die out. It is pointless to try and keep them alive.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Technology is flourishing by leaps and bounds and undoubtedly this advancement is taking a toll on traditional values. I do believe that in this technological world, traditional values are bound to disappear.

To begin with, there are many reasons why these conventional values have no existence in this modern world. First of all, In this fast-paced world, everyone is assisted with the mobile phone to stay connected with their family and friends. However, in olden times people used to send letters and stand in long queues on S.T.D and I.S.D just for the maturity of one call.  This advancement in the modes of communication has proved that traditional skills are worth nothing. Secondly, technology has transformed the world of fashion. Earlier people used to do knitting, stitching, and designing manually but now machines have made every task easier and comfortable. To substantiate my view, many fashion designing students were seen portraying pictures of models themselves for checking the compatibility of colors but at present, this work is done in seconds on multifarious advanced software. Apart from this, hardly anyone is seen purchasing pitchers for cool water because of the invention of refrigerators.

To conclude, the evolution of modern technology is an ongoing process, so, the time-consuming traditional methods will not be able to maintain their pace with these latest trends. hence, it is useless and a waste of time to preserve them.

NOTE : EXAMINER ASSESSES THE GRAMMATICAL ACCURACY AND THE TYPES OF SENTENCE STRUCTURE, YOU USE IN EXPLANATION. IT IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT IELTS WRITING TASK 2 TIPS THAT EVERY STUDENT SHOULD KNOW ABOUT.

7) Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their creativity. Some people think that artists should have total freedom to express their thoughts and ideas.

Art is the externalization of the skills of an artist. Therefore, there are people who are in favor of imparting full liberty to the artists; however, others oppose this opinion freely. In my opinion, freedom is necessary up to a greater extent but there should be proper surveillance on their work to avoid any unpleasant situation.

To begin with, there are many reasons why some people are in favor of giving full freedom to artists. First of all, if they are free from any suppression that helps them to unveil all the social issues of the society without any fear. They expose the cancerous spot and request that society uproot that. Any type of confinement will not let them express their thoughts. Secondly, these creative artists are the nerve of every nation because of their extraordinary skills; if they work freely they, undoubtedly, have the potential to make a masterpiece that brings recognition to every country on the map of the world.

However, I feel that full autonomy may have an adverse effect on the individual and on society because many times artists are seen painting an objectionable picture, adding any anti-social dialogue in the films that results in communal riots and hurts the sentiments of the people. These types of acts cost the lives of the people. For example, once in the popular film, some Hindu gods are shown begging. This film has not only brought criticism by the Hindu society but also sparked communal riots that have ended up in the demise of some people. Therefore, they should not be given full freedom.

To sum up, although artists are required to be given full liberty to explore their creativity yet government should ensure that that very act may not hurt others' feelings.

NOTE : In IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTION ANSWER YOU WILL LOSE MARKS IF YOU COPY THE STATEMENT OR WORDS FROM THE QUESTION.

8) Some people think that art is an essential subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

There has always been a raging debate about whether art is an important subject for children in schools or whether it can be neglected in the views of other important subjects. I am going to scrutinize both aspects in further paragraphs before forming an opinion in the last.

To begin with, on the one side of the coin, there are many reasons for supporting other important subjects in children’s school curriculum; firstly, modern technology like computer literacy has become the need of the hour.  It is one of the most demanded skills for a job in every sector.  If they spend most of their time in learning art they will not be able to face the cut-throat competition of this scenario. Moreover, the knowledge of essential subjects like math, and science is highly required in every field. Secondly, Art despite being highly appreciated, still does not ensure any career growth because most of the fields like engineering, marketing, IT professionals, and managers are a found graduated and post graduated in these important subjects.

On the other flip side of the coin, art is a creative skill that has wonderful imagination power. It provides the wings to the fantasy and expresses the feelings without the exchange of words. To illustrate, I have come across a painting in which the difference between the rich and poor’s plight was depicted through painting only. Moreover, music is also a piece of art and works as a healing therapy in the hectic world.  Secondly, artists bring laurels for the country across the world and ensure that the cultural heritage of the country may not be extinct.  For this, they are highly paid and appreciated.  That kind of respect is no less than a flourished career.  To conclude, in my view, the selection of the subjects should be left to the students in which they are interested because that very interest helps them to grow in their life.

NOTE : EVERY ASPIRANT OF IELTS SHOULD LEARN ALL FOUR TYPES OF SENTENCE STRUCTURE IT WILL HELP YOU IN GIVING IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTION ANSWERS .

9) Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Has this become a positive or negative development?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Technology is flourishing by leaps and bounds in each and every field and communication is not the exception. However, this tremendous change in the ways of interaction cannot be regarded as fruitful straightforwardly because of its certain drawbacks which spark debate on its positive and negative effects.

To embark on, with regards to positive development, one of the prominent benefits is that technology has made communication easier and more comfortable. At present, people are hardly one click away from the near and dear ones because of modern developments like Skype, video conferencing, WhatsApp, and social networking sites, like Facebook. These advancements have made everyone social to much extent. Secondly, there are tremendous chances in the way of letters and telegrams were sent and in making calls. People used to stand in long queues at S.T.D and I.S.D booths but now mobile phones and advanced gizmos facilitate everyone to interact freely.

On the other hand, certain drawbacks cannot be ignored like today’ people not only spend a long time in using computers but also do not prefer to meet their friends and relatives face to face leading to a faded relationship. For instance, one of my childhood friends preferred to meet me personally on different occasions like a festival and on birthdays but nowadays, she sends messages wishing me and sends greetings on my mail. Even most of the family members are suffering from asphyxia, a disease that sparks from isolation. This is really a worrisome issue for imitating relationships.

To sum up, despite having numerous drawbacks, no one can afford to turn face from this ever-fast modern technology that has to facilitate our lives.

NOTE : CANDIDATES CAN READ ARTICLES OF THEIR INTERESTS FROM NEWSPAPERS AND MAGAZINES TO HAVE A FAIR GRASP OF THE GRAMMATICAL RULES AND VOCABULARY.

10) Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary school rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh its disadvantages?

It is true that language acquisition is a complex process. Therefore, it is advisable to teach a foreign language at elementary school rather than secondary. According to me, the merits of this notion outnumbered its demerits.

To embark on, there are numerous benefits of teaching a foreign language to children at an early age. First of all, children have a receptive mind with good grasping power. This age is the learning stage of life. Whatever is learned in childhood, can remember longer in life. Besides that, children are less egoistic and are not afraid of committing a mistake in learning. As failures are the pillars of success while continuous practicing they may attain a reasonable level of language. Undoubtedly, a language consists of different dialects, grammatical rules, intonations, denotation, functions syntax, and style. By practicing these, a child can possess unmatchable linguistic skills. Secondly, everyone is in a mad race to fly board in this modern scenario, and possession of a foreign language equips them to communicate freely for easy survival. Moreover, polished communication skills have become a need for the hour of the cutthroat competitive world.

However, it is also a fact that going to school, doing homework, and taking part in extra-curricular activities is itself a time-consuming activity for students. If they are exposed to regular language teaching sessions that will make them pressurized and psychological illness. This type of burden will hamper their physical, mental, and psychological growth.

To conclude, even though, teaching a foreign language may aggravate their existing burden preparing the young mind for further survival has become mandatory by imparting linguistic skills.

11) Most school offers some type of physical education program to their students. Why is it important? Should physical education classes be required or optional?

Physical education programs are having paramount importance in a school curriculum, therefore, there have been a number of opinions, that physical education should be compulsory because of its mental and physical health benefits for a student. However, some oppose it. I will discuss both types of opinions before a conclusion.

To begin with, undoubtedly, it has been proved that physical activities are part and parcel of healthy life. Students who are exposed to these types of physical exercises can increase their stamina and resistance power. According to medical science, the Strong immune system helps to prevent certain diseases like diabetes, obesity, and indigestion. It not only improves the stamina of the body but also makes one mentally strong. Besides that, A recent study has revealed that indulgence in these activities does not let the students sneak time for electronic gadgets.

Furthermore, physical programs are very helpful in inculcating the values of team spirit, cooperation, and coexistence. Therefore, the array of benefits makes it an inevitable part of the school’s curriculum…

On the other hand, there are situations and certain circumstances when a physical program needs to be sacrificed. Students with certain disabilities and illnesses should not be forced to be part of this. Their impairments prevent them from being active and physically enthusiastic. Indeed, there is the requirement to have it optional but it is also imperative to understand that they should be equipped with any other educational aspects like computer numeracy and soft skills.

In conclusion, physical education should not be optional since it provides physical and mental growth to a student but the circumstances of impaired candidates should be kept in view.

Note : To address each and every question in a statement is highly advisable for the high score.

12) What are the main reasons and solutions for re-offend?

Every country has its own laws to combat crime and criminals. However, nowadays, it is quite apparent that many criminals repeat crimes even after being punished. It has really become a matter of concern because of multiple reasons and according to me, this kind of problem should be addressed immediately.

To start with, undoubtedly, these criminals are influenced by many reasons like social isolation, unemployment, psychological disabilities, and lack of education. Unfortunately, they are subjected to humiliation very frequently by society people which disturbs them mentally and puts them in a constant state of depression. The imbalanced mental condition never lets them get rid of a criminal record. Moreover, their past criminal background leaves them in the lurch of unemployment. While finding no way to meet their both ends, they start following the same path of destruction. Lack of knowledge and skills is the other contributing factor.

It is true that there is no problem without the solution. The government should get up from a long slumber and initiate rehabilitation programs for them in which they should be given vocational training for self-employment. The other sustainable approach is psychological nourishment where they can be exposed to regular spiritual and religious lectures. That will help them to keep them away from criminal activities. Moreover, the individual should do something on the grassroots level by remaining sympathetic towards them as Gandhi Ji said; Hate the sin, not the sinner.

Indeed, the aforesaid measures are highly required to curb this problem as a stitch on time saves nine.

Note : Organize ideas into separate paragraphs. You will lose points if you do not divide your essay into paragraphs.

13) Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Language is the best way of communication. However, it is seen that many languages have disappeared in this modern era. There are people who believe that it will be convenient if there are fewer languages across the globe. I also support this opinion to a greater extent.

To start with, in the justification of my notion, first of all, the fewer the languages, the easier the communication. There will be no language barrier and exchange of ideas among people which will ultimately help in developing harmonious relationships. Besides that, it will not only result in a flourished relationship among the masses but also make political relations strong as there will be more chances of exchanging scientific research and invention.

Moreover, having fewer languages will prove a boon for students and businessmen. Survival in other countries will be convenient. Hence, the disappearance of certain languages seems to have a more positive impact on the world.

However, to some extent, it is an irrefutable fact that language diversity shows the richness of culture and tradition. Fewer languages mean less linguistic skills. These languages are the identity of certain communities and tribes because languages are closely associated with the culture of individuals and the devastation of these vernacular languages will take a toll on diverse cultures.

To sum up, although, it seems to be necessary to save regional languages the declining barriers of languages will result in good psychological relationships among people.

14) Some people say that the Government should break down all the historic buildings and replace them with modern buildings. Do you agree or disagree?

It is an undeniable fact that every country’s monuments and historic sites are their heritage. Surprisingly, there are some who feel it is less valued and want the government to pull it down. In my opinion, these are the greatest assets of every country and deserve respectful attitudes by citizens.

To embark on, in the justification of my notion, every country has its own cultural history that exhibits old civilization. These historic sites are priceless and irreplaceable. This is the only way to appraise the next generation about our ancestors and their sacrifices. Moreover, visiting these locations will help us to learn from our ancestor’s lapse and provide a better course of action.

Furthermore, these locations are the best source of revenue income for the government. Tourists visit different places and their spending helps the government to improve the Infrastructure of the country. Moreover, tourists show their interest in purchasing handicrafts which results in the growth of a small-scale industry. It increases the flow of foreign money. Above all questions, it is quite apparent that tourist visits lead to good bonding among people across the world.

In conclusion, I feel that preserving historical sites means saving the history of the country. It has Paramount importance because of its array of benefits for existing and forthcoming generations.

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IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Answers

The links below have model answers for the most frequently asked types of IELTS task 2 writing questions. They are designed to show you a simple to follow structure and have a variety of cohesive devices to improve your IELTS answers. There is some high-level vocabulary which you can learn from, but the primary aim is that the model answers have clear and well-explained main ideas. Try to use these model answers to work out a logical structure for each type of question and if you require any help, please don’t hesitate to book an online class or an offline writing correction class. 

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The 2nd task in IELTS General Writing is to write an essay. Here are the examples of successful responses for a high score. Pay attention to the structure of the answer and how paragraphs composition; main ideas and the examples they are supported with.

IELTS General Writing Task 2 looks like this (part in bold changes).

WRITING TASK 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest times of most people's lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibilities. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

In this task you should:      Explain the first point of view      Explain the second point of view      Add your opinion

Sample answer:

What's the happiest time in people's lives: youth or old age; school, career or retirement? All of these have been suggested, but teenage years and adulthood both have many supporters.

Those who believe teenagers are the happiest people cite their lack of responsibilities as a significant factor. They are supported financially and emotionally by their parents, and although they may be included in family decisions, they're not ultimately responsible. However, adolescents are on the threshold of adult life: they're old enough to get a part-time job, so they can enjoy their first taste of financial independence, and their future study and career lie ahead.

Away from these serious concerns, young people have an active social life with their friends, often simply by hanging out with them. And of course, there’s the excitement of first love and first heartbreak. With all this to experience, teenagers see their parents' lives as boring and stressful.

However, the reverse is also true. Adults see anxious, self-dramatising adolescents, and appreciate the joys of maturity. These may include a contented family life, long-lasting friendships and a career. Long-term relationships may not have the fireworks of adolescence, but are stronger for it, because of the wealth of shared experience. At work, many of us are challenged and stimulated by the increasing, professional skills we acquire, which ensures that our jobs remain interesting.

The greatest benefit, though, is that maturity gives you greater confidence in your own judgement, in all areas of life. You’re not afraid to express your opinion when others disagree and, unlike a teenager, you know when to let things go.

Both these periods can be happy times, but I look back at my own teenage years, with no desire to go back. Adult life may be less dramatic, but fireworks don’t keep you warm

In cities and towns all over the world the high volume of traffic is a problem.

What are the causes of this and what actions can be taken to solve this problem?

It is undoubtedly the case that urban areas around the world increasingly suffer from congestion. In this essay, I examine the reasons for this trend and suggest some practical policies the authorities could implement to reduce the level of traffic in our cities.

The first step is to understand why traffic has increased in towns and cities. Broadly speaking, there are three main reasons for this. One is that cars have become more affordable for the average consumer and they are no longer a luxury item, but something that most families expect to own. A second reason is that public transport has become increasingly unreliable in recent years, not least because many bus and train services have been reduced because of the difficulty in funding them. The third reason is that society has in general become more mobile and this means more people are prepared to commute to work by car than they were before.

There is almost certainly no one solution to this problem given the complexity of its causes. However, one option has to be to improve the reliability of public transport to encourage people to take the bus or the train rather than get in the car. It would also be possible to discourage people from driving to work by introducing special tariffs for using the roads, especially during peak periods. A successful example of this is the congestion charge scheme in London which has certainly reduced the level of trafficin inner-city areas.

In conclusion, there are a variety of different factors that have led to rising levels of traffic in urban areas. While it may not be possible to find a complete solution, any action should probably involve encouraging greater use of public transport and making it more expensive for the motorist to drive in urban areas.

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Some people believe that children should be allowed to stay at home and play until they are six or seven years old. Others believe that it is important for young children to go to school as soon as possible. What do you think are the advantages of attending school from a young age? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

Here we write about the benefits. Remember: 1 advantage = 1 paragraph.

In many places today, children start primary school at around the age of six or seven. However, because it is more likely now that both parents work, there is little opportunity for children to stay in their own home up to that age. Instead, they will probably go to a nursery school when they are much younger. While some people think this may be damaging to a child’s development, or to a child’s relationship with his or her parents, in fact there are many advantages to having school experience at a young age. Firstly, a child will learn to interact with a lot of different people and some children learn to communicate very early because of this. They are generally more confident and independent than children who stay at home with their parents and who are not used to strangers or new situations. Such children find their first day at school at the age of six very frightening and this may have a negative effect on how they learn. Another advantage of going to school at an early age is that children develop faster socially. They make friends and learn how to get on with other children of a similar age. This is often not possible at home because they are the only child, or because their brothers or sisters are older or younger. So overall, I believe that, attending school from a young age is good for most children. They still spend plenty of time at home with their parents, so they can benefit from both environments.

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IELTS Writing Task 2: Discussion Sample Essay

Today we’re going to look at a discussion essay IELTS sample that’s considered Band 9. This Band 9 scored essay matched the pattern for the “discussion” type of Writing Task 2 question. Discussion essays are sometimes also called “discuss both sides” essays. In this kind of essay, you will be presented with two statements of opinion that oppose each other. You will then be asked to “discuss both sides” of the debate, and to give your own opinion. For more information on this and other question types, including tips, tricks, and general advice for the discussion essay question type, see Magoosh’s full guide to IELTS Writing Task 2 question types .

Discussion Essay IELTS Sample: Band 9

The essay below is a band 9 model IELTS essay, patterned after Magoosh’s IELTS Writing Task 2 Template .

IELTS Writing Discussion Essay Practice Question

Some people seek a lot of advice from family and friends when choosing their career. Others feel it is better to choose a career more independently. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Discussion Essay IELTS Sample Band 9 Response

Choosing a career can be a challenging process. It can be difficult to say whether this decision should be made alone, or made with input from loved ones. In my opinion, it is best to find one’s career independently, with no more than a small amount of advice from family or friends. Below, I will explain why I feel that we must ultimately face career decisions on our own.

Getting career guidance input from loved ones can be confusing rather than useful. Family and friends likely have different careers, and thus give different, conflicting advice. Suppose, for instance, that your father is a teacher, your mother is an accountant, and your best friend is a nurse. They have all made very different career decisions, and only have knowledge on their respective careers. Different people will likely only steer you to their careers, without giving good advice on your own best path.

In contrast, focusing on one’s own preferences and skills provides a clearer path to the right career. After all, individuals have the best knowledge of their own abilities and interests. As an example, if someone has gone to university to study biology, they will know more about biology careers than a family member or friend who does not have that same kind of training. Ultimately, your career must be built on your own training and experience, not the training and experience of others.

For the reasons I’ve outlined above, I really do believe that career decisions are a matter of personal knowledge. Other people, even trusted family and friends, simply cannot understand your career the way you can. To select your field of work wisely, you must face this important decision alone.

Scorer Commentary (Discussion IELTS Essay Sample, Band 9)

The score report below is based on the official IELTS Writing Task 2 rubric . This report also looks very similar to the Magoosh IELTS essay scoring service .

Overall Band Score: 9

What was done well in the essay:

• At 283 words, this essay exceeded the 250 word minimum. (This is very important for getting full points!)
• Each part of the task was fully addressed. Both sides of the issue were discussed in the first and second body paragraphs. Moreover, reasons and relevant examples were included.
• Each paragraph had its own clear topic sentence and supporting details, with explanations of the details, and summarization of the most important ideas.
• Transitional language was used to clearly tie in all paragraphs to clear main ideas from the introduction and conclusion.
• Vocabulary and grammar were used clearly and fluently. There were no serious errors in grammar or word use; word choice and sentence structure varied and avoided significant repetition.

More Model Essays for IELTS Writing Task 2

Would you like the see model essays for the other common IELTS Writing Task 2 question types as well? Magoosh has you covered! Just click the links below.

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5 responses to “IELTS Writing Task 2: Discussion Sample Essay”

Contractions must be avoided because they are a sign of informal writing style. Whereas essay’s should be written in formal way.

You are correct that contractions shouldn’t be used in the formal Task 2 essay. However, note that they can be used at times, such as in IELTS Speaking or in Task 1 if you are asked to write an informal letter.

Happy studying!

Greetings, and thank you for this model essay. I wanted to ask a question relating to the discussion essay’s addressing of the task. Since the two views are 1) Some people think it is beneficial to ask for advice from friends/loved ones, and 2) others think that it is better to do so alone, why isn’t the 2nd paragraph addressing the benefits but instead talks about how it can be confusing? Isn’t a discussion essay’s structure supposed to be something like this:

2nd paragraph: Reasons people believe asking for help to decide for a career is good 3rd paragraph: Reasons people believe doing it on your own is good Conclusion: Giving your own opinion

Thank you for your time!

Good question! The short answer is that both approaches work! The directions are simply to “discuss both views,” but you don’t have to provide support for both sides. You can also discuss the problems or issues with one side, as this essay has done. Does that make sense? I’d suggest reviewing more sample essays to get a better sense of this.

Hope this helps, and best of luck to you!

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Here you will find IELTS Sample Essays for a variety of common topics that appear in the writing exam.

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You can also view sample essays with band scores on this page. 

Looking at IELTS essay topics with answers is a great way to help you to prepare for the test. 

These IELTS sample essays have been categorised in a way that makes it easy for you to see how certain essay question types require you to provide certain responses to ensure the question is fully answered. 

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• Agree / Disagree
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Agree / Disagree Type Questions

In these types of question you are given one opinion and you then have to state the extent to which you agree or disagree with that opinion:

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Discuss Two Opinions Type Questions

In this essay question type you are given two opinions, and you have to discuss both of these and then give your own view:

• University Education
• Reducing Crime
• Animal Rights
• Child Development
• Diet & Health
• Donating Money to Charity
• Closing Zoos   
• Becoming Independent  
• Formal and Informal Education  
• Influence of Scientists and Politicians
• Sources for Stories
• Searching for Extraterrestrial Life

Cause Type Questions

There are a variety of 'cause type' essay questions. In these you first have to give the reasons why something has happened, in other words the causes, but then discuss a different aspect of it, such as the effects, solutions or the extent to whether it is a positive or negative development:

Causes & Effects:

• Child Obesity
• Skin Whitening Creams
• Family Size
• Having Children Later in Life
• Time Away from Family

Causes and Solutions:

• Youth Crime
• Global Warming
• Paying Attention in Class
• International Travel & Prejudice 
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• Disappearance of Traditions
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Causes, Pros & Cons:

• Family Closeness
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• Rural to Urban Migration

Problems & Solutions Type Questions

In these type of questions, instead of discussing the causes of a problem, you need to discuss the problems related to a particular issue in society, and then suggest what can be to solve these problems:

• Overpopulation
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• Professionals Immigrating

Advantage & Disadvantages Type Questions

In these type of questions you are asked to discuss the positive and negative sides of a particular topic. You will usually be asked this in the context of giving an opinion ( e.g. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Is it a positive or negative development? ): 

• Traffic Problems
• Food Additives
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• Age Discrimination at Work  
• Children using Tablets and Computers  
• Cell Phones, Internet, & Communication  
• Working from Home 
• Eating Locally grown  Produce  
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• Peer Pressure on Young People
• Online Fraud

'Hybrid' Types of Essay Question

There are sometimes questions that don't fit easily into a particular category as above. I've called these 'hybrid', as they are of mixed character, are composed of different elements from other types of essay, or are perhaps just worded differently. 

• Protecting Old Buildings
• Animal Testing
• Fear of Crime
• Communication Technology
• Influence of Children's Friends  

Sample Essays with Band Scores

You can also view some sample essays that have been written by candidates practising for the test and have band scores and comments by an experienced ex-IELTS Examiner based on the IELTS marking criteria. 

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Our student took IELTS in Nepal quite recently and remembered the following Speaking questions:

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Part 1 (Interview)

– Do you work or are you a student? – What are you studying? – Why did you choose that subject? – What is your favourite colour? – What is the most popular colour in your country? – What colour car would you choose to buy? – Do you like crowded places? – How do you feel when you are in a crowded place? – When was the last time you were in a crowded place?

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Talk about a place you recently visited on holiday. You should say

– where it was – what kind of place it was – how long you spent there

and explain about how you felt about that place.

Part 3 (Discussion)

– Why do many people go to other countries on holidays? – Why do some people think it is enjoyable to stay at home on holiday? – Do old people and young people choose different places to spend their holidays? – What are the positive effects of tourism on popular destination that many people visit? – Are there any negative effects, and what are they? – What does tourism have to do with cultural exchange?

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