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100 IELTS Essay Topics for IELTS Writing

Let me start by saying that by far the best resource for authentic IELTS essay topics are the Cambridge 1 – 13 books. These are real past IELTS exam papers and, therefore, provide students with the highest quality questions for all parts of the test. However, what do you do if you have finished the Cambridge books? Or you struggle with one particular type of question and want a lot of that specific type of practise?

Well, until now, people have relied on questions that were “memorised” by test-takers(often incorrectly), or written by well-meaning teachers who have no specific education in test creation. As a result, many of the “IELTS questions” on the Internet are worded incorrectly. And, as a professional exam writer ( yes, I work creating academic exams for universities ), I know how damaging it can be if even one word in a question is changed.

So, today I am sharing my list of 100 IELTS writing topics. Some are taken from old exam papers, a few are from the Cambridge books, but most are from my own course .  More importantly, I can guarantee that each of these questions is as “authentic” as a question can be.  Have fun (and let me know your favourite question in the comments!) 

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IELTS Discuss Both Views and Give your Own Opinion Writing Topics

  • Some people think that illegal Internet downloads are having a negative effect on the music   industry . Others feel that they have little or no impact on artists. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  •   Some people think that exams are a good way of assessing a student’s level . Other people believe that they put unnecessary pressure on young learners and tell us very little about their actual ability.  Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Successful sportsmen can earn a great deal more than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people feel that there should be a fixed punishment for each type of crime . Others feel that the circumstances of an offence should be taken into account when deciding on a punishment. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people believe that all children should learn a foreign language  from the time they start school, while others believe it is better to wait until a child is at secondary school. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people believe that in the near future there will be no borders between countries , while others feel that national borders will always remain. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people feel that the cost of space exploration  is far too high for the benefits it brings while others argue that we space programmes should continue no matter what the cost. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people believe that advertising has a strong effect on a person’s decision-making process. Others feel that it has little or no real impact. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people believe that every human can create art . Other people think that art can only be created by people with special talents. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people feel that the media has the strongest impact on people’s lives . Others feel that it is politicians who have the most control over the way people lives. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people feel that the primary function of a university should be to prepare students for the working world. Others argue that the purpose of a university education is to provide knowledge for knowledge’s sake. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • 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 views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, prefer to take risks and think that change is a positive thing. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people think that boys and girls should attend school together . Others feel that they should be educated separately. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.
  • Some people feel that  global warming should be dealt with by governments. Others feel that it is the responsibility of individuals in society to solve the problem. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like . Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those related to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people think that a sense of competition should be encouraged in children . Others believe that children who are taught to cooperate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people think that economic development is the only way to end poverty  while others believe that it is causing damage to the environment and so should be stopped. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
  • Some people think that new houses should be built in the same style as the older houses in an area . Others believe that the government should allow people to build houses in the style they want. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
  • Some people like to spend their leisure time with their colleagues . Others think it is better to keep their private life separate from their work life. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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  T o What Extent Do you Agree or Disagree Writing Topics

  • University education s hould be free for all students. To what extent do you agree or disagree
  • Men and women are capable of doing all jobs  equally well. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people believe that nowadays we have too much choice . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Advertising that targets children  should be banned from our televisions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people say it is important to keep your home and your workplace tidy , with everything organised in the correct place. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • In some countries it is common for school leavers to take a year off  between finishing school and starting university. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this practice?
  • Open plan offices offer a better working environment for staff than a normal office. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students  in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • The recent popularity of online shopping will result in the end of high street shops. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • International sporting events promote peace between countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people think it is a good thing for senior managers to have much higher salaries than the other workers in a company. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • People who read for pleasure in their free time have a better imagination than those who prefer to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people believe that children who are given pocket money every week have less problems managing money when they become adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people believe that eventually all jobs will be done by artificially intelligent robots . What is your opinion?
  • Nowadays environmental problems are too big for individual countries or people to solve. We have reached the stage where we need cooperation on an international level to protect the environment. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people say that  a person’s success is as a direct result of the way they were brought up by their parents. Do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people think that plastic shopping bags should be banned because they contribute to land and sea pollution. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people who have been in prison become good citizens later, and so it is often argued that these are the best people to talk to teenagers about the dangers of committing a crime. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people believe that children should be taught how to manage money at school. Do you agree or disagree?
  • Some people believe that in order for a hobby to be enjoyable , it needs to be difficult. Do you agree or disagree?

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Best Way IELTS Essay Topics

  •   One of the biggest problems facing the world today is growing enough food to feed the ever-expanding population .  Genetically Modified foods are the best way to solve this issue . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  •   The main cause of global warming   is pollution from cars.  To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Playing computer games   only has negative effects on children.  To what extent do you agree or disagree
  • The main reason for the high sale of consumer goods in today’s society is advertising .  To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Good marketing is the key to running a successful business .  To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • The best way to tackle the problem of obesity   is to educate people about healthy eating.  To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • The most important factor in job satisfaction is salary .  To what extent do you agree or disagree?
  • Many people use  customer reviews on the Internet to make decisions about what they  buy. A re customer reviews the most useful tool to use when making a purchase ?
  • Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal . Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for a country.  Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
  • Some people say that the only reason for learning a foreign language is in order to travel to or work in a foreign country . Others say that these are not the only reasons why someone should learn a foreign language.  Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

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Cause / Problem / Solution IELTS Essay Topics

  • The increase in the number of privately-owned cars is having a negative impact on both our towns and the environment .  What can individuals and the government do to reduce this problem?
  • Many people play sport when they are young, but then stop when they become adults. Why do so many adults stop doing physical exercise ? What can be done to solve this problem?
  • Fewer people today visit museums than in the past. Why is this? What can be done to encourage more people to visit museums in the future?
  • Many animals today are being hunted to the point of extinction. What can be done to tackle this problem?
  • In many countries today,  the average weight of people is increasing . What has led to this situation? What can be done to solve it?
  • Global warming is one of the most serious issues facing the world today. What are some of the causes of global warming? What can governments and individuals do to solve the problem?
  • The gap between the rich and poor  is growing. What difficulties does this cause? How can these problems be overcome?
  • More people are stressed  today than ever before. What are the causes of this stress? What can be done to address this problem?
  • Many young people today are leaving their homes in the countryside to move to cities . Why is this happening? What can be done to encourage young people to stay in rural areas?
  • Many people today are choosing to stay in rented apartments rather than hotels  when they travel. What led to this change? What problems could it cause the travel industry?
  • Children today spend a lot of time on social media . What potential problems could this cause and how could they be addressed?
  • Many young people today will never be able to afford to buy a house . What has led to this situation? What can be done to remedy it?
  • In many countries, the tradition of having family meals together is disappearing. Why is this happening? What will the effects of this be on the family and society?
  • Nowadays we are producing more and more rubbish . Why do you think this is happening? What can the government do to help reduce this amount of rubbish produced?
  • In many countries, the level of crime is increasing. What do you think are the main causes of crime? How can we deal with those causes?
  • People today are spending more and more time outside of the home . What are the reasons for this trend? What effects is it having on individuals and society?
  • 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?
  • People today know fewer of their neighbours  than in the past. Why is this? What can be done to solve this problem?
  • The quality of life in many large cities is currently becoming worse. Why is this? What measures can be introduced to tackle this issue?
  • Many people have jobs that involve working shifts (i.e. working at night). What are some of the problems that shift workers might face? What can be done to solve them?

IELTS Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Topics

  • Thanks to low-cost airlines , many people can travel abroad.  What advantages and disadvantages do tourists bring to the countries they visit?
  • People today are able to take out loans from the bank or get a credit card very easily. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this practice?
  • Many people use the Internet as their main educational resource . What are the advantages and disadvantages of this practice?
  • In some countries, teenagers have part-time jobs while they are still at school. What benefits does this bring a child? Are there any drawbacks?
  • Schools in some countries require their students to wear a uniform . What are the positives and negatives of this rule?

One of the most important things you should do in an IELTS essay is support your argument with relevant examples. But what are good examples for an IELTS essay ? – well, let me give you a clue: they do NOT include fake statistics and they are NOT personal! 

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Outweigh Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Topics

  • Being a celebrity – such as a film star or singer – brings problems as well as benefits. Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
  • As a country develops, more people are able to purchase a car . Do you think that the positive for the individual outweigh the negatives for the environment?
  • Many museums charge an admission fee  while others are free. Do you think that the advantages of charging admission to museums outweigh the disadvantages?
  • Today, it is common to see famous sports people advertising sports products . Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
  • More and more people are choosing to eat ready-made meals rather than freshly cooked food. Does this trend have more advantages than disadvantages?

Positive or Negative Development IELTS Essay Topics

  •   Many parents today employ private tutors   to teach their children after school hours.  Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
  • Today, more people are waiting until their thirties to get married and have children .  Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
  • In recent years, many small local shops have closed   because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping.  Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
  • Countries are becoming more and more similar   because people are able to buy the same products anywhere in the world.  Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
  • Nowadays  many people communicate using social media .  Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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IELTS Direct Question Writing Topics

  • Some students who perform badly at school   go on to have very successful lives as adults. What qualities are needed to do well at school? Are these the same qualities that help people succeed later in life?
  • 100 years ago, it was felt that the human race was making progress in all areas of life . Nowadays, there is less certainty that this is the case. In what areas do you think that the most progress has been made so far?  In what area are more things needed to be done?
  • Many people believe that globalisation is leading to the culture of individual countries being lost . What can be done to protect a society’s traditional values?
  • Children often complain that history lessons are boring because they are about a past that is dead. How can schools bring history alive for pupils?
  • Some people think that the government is responsible for looking after the elderly . Others believe that it should be family members. Who do you think should take responsibility?

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IELTS Two-Part Question Essay Topics

  • More and more people today are moving from the countryside .  Why is this happening?  Do you think it is a positive or a negative development?
  • People spend a major part of their adult life at work, and job satisfaction  is an important part of individual well-being. What contributes to a person feeling satisfied at work? How realistic is it for all people to feel satisfied?
  • Many people have problems managing money . What skills does a person need to manage their money well? Who should teach children these skills?
  • Technology has changed the way that people interact with each other. In what ways has technology changed the types of relationships that people make? Has this been a positive or negative development?
  • Children have to be punished  to learn the difference between right and wrong. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What sort of punishments should parents be able to give their children?
  • Thanks to developments in technology, many people today have lost basic skills such as how to repair clothes, etc. Why is this happening? Do you think that this is a negative development?
  • Some people think that governments should try to reduce air traffic  by taxing it more heavily, Do you agree or disagree? What other methods could be used to reduce air traffic?
  • Some people feel that schools should teach children how to become a good parent.  Do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What skills do people need to be a good parent?
  • Nowadays, men’s sport is given far more attention in society than women’s sports. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative situation?
  • Advances in technology mean that many people today work from home . What has led to this change? Is it a positive or negative development?

So, those were 100 IELTS essay topics you can use to practice your IELTS skills. I hope you found them useful. You can find out how to write every one of these 100 essay in My IELTS Classroom – the interactive writing course with 33-hours of lessons that will prepare you for any IELTS  question 🚀

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This article lists recent IELTS Writing topics for Academic and General Training exams, covering Task 1 visual data and essays on themes like health, education, environment, and more. It also offers sample questions to aid in effective exam preparation.

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Ielts writing topics for academic writing task 1, ielts writing topics for general writing task 1, common ielts writing topics for writing task 2.

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IELTS Writing topics are one of the most essential study resources for IELTS exam preparation. There are two reasons for this: firstly, topics are often repeated in the IELTS exam and secondly, practising these IELTS Writing questions will help test-takers familiarise themselves with the format and requirements of the exam.

While the first task for the IELTS Writing exam has different versions of IELTS Academic and IELTS General , the second task is essay-writing for both. Even with differences in format or difficulty levels, both these tasks revolve around common IELTS writing topics like health, environment, education, travel, family and children, etc.

In this blog, we have compiled a list of the most popular and recent IELTS Writing topics based on the different tasks in this section and recurrent themes. Also, get hold of the IELTS writing questions and answers PDF that will help you practice at your own pace.

In the IELTS Writing Task 1 of the Academic exam, candidates have to summarize important visual information presented in graphs, charts, tables, maps, or diagrams in at least 150 words within 20 minutes.

Below are some IELTS Writing Task 1 topics with answers for each type of graphs and diagrams in IELTS Academic.

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Check out the list of IELTS Writing Task 1 - Line graph with IELTS writing questions and answers. Make sure to use appropriate IELTS Writing Task 1 Line Graph Vocabulary to write effective answers.

  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 - Shops that Closed
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic: Different sources of air pollutants - Line Graph
  • IELTS Writing Task 1 - The Graph Below Shows Different Sources of Air Pollutants in the UK Sample Answers
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : Price changes for fresh fruits and vegetables - Line Graph
  • The Percentage Of The Population In Four Asian Countries - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • The Changes In Ownership Of Electrical Appliances And Amount Of Time Spent Doing Housework In Households - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 38: Paris Metro station passengers - Line Graph
  • Projected Population Growth of China and India- Line Graph
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : Percentage of Car Ownership in Great Britain - Line Graph
  • Waste Recycling Rates in the US From 1960 to 2011- Line Graph
  • Weekday Volume of Passenger Activity on the Toronto Metro system- Line Graph
  • US Consumers' Average Annual Expenditures on Cell Phone- Line Graph
  • Consumption of Fish and Different kinds of Meat in a European Country- Line Graph
  • Demographic Trends in Scotland- Line Graph

Here is a list of IELTS Writing topics with answers on the IELTS bar chart .

  • People Who Ate Five Portions of Fruits and Vegetables Per Day in the UK - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : People affected by four types of noise pollution - Bar graph
  • How Families in One Country Spent their Weekly Income - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Division of Household Tasks by Gender in Great Britain- Bar Graph
  • Annual Pay for Doctors and Other Workers - IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Bar Chart
  • Estimated World Illiteracy Rates by Region and by Gender - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Southland’s Main Exports in 2000 and Future Projections For 2025 - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Carbon Emissions in Different Countries - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 22: Railway system in six cities in Europe – Bar Chart
  • IELTS Writing Task 1 Test On 28th July With Band 8.0-9.0 Sample
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic: Percentage of people living alone in 5 different age groups in the US - Bar Chart
  • Amount of Leisure Time Enjoyed by Men and Women of Different Employment Statuses – Bar Chart
  • USA Marriage and Divorce Rates Between 1970 and 2000 and the Marital Status of Adult Americans- Bar Graph
  • Top Ten Rice-Producing Countries in the World in 2015- Bar Graph
  • Rural Households that Had Internet Access Between 1999 and 2004- Bar Graph
  • Information About Underground Railway Systems in Six Cities - IELTS Writing Task 1

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  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : Survey conducted by a university library - Pie chart
  • Methods of Transportation for People Traveling to a University - Pie Chart
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 13: Percentage of housing owned and rented in the UK – Pie Chart
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : The percentage of water used by different sectors - Pie chart
  • Online shopping sales for retail sectors in Canada - IELTS Writing Task 1 Pie chart
  • Percentage of Water Used for Different Purposes in Six Areas of the World- Pie Chart
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 18: Average Consumption of food in the world – Pie Chart
  • Main Reasons Why Students Chose to Study at a Particular UK University - IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic Pie Chart
  • Composition Of Household Rubbish In The United Kingdom - IELTS Writing Task 1

Here is a list of IELTS Writing topics with answers on the IELTS table chart .

  • Fishing Industry in a European Country - IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Social and economic indicators for four countries - Table
  • The Situation of Marriage and Age from 1960 to 2000 in Australia - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Past And Projected Population Figures In Various Countries - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 35: Number of travelers using three major German airports - Table
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 05: Size of US households over a number of years
  • Changes in Modes of Travel in England Between 1985 and 2000- IELTS Writing Task 1 (Table)
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 12: Internet use in six categories by age group – Table
  • Cinema Viewing Figures for Films by Country, in Millions- Table
  • Number of Medals Won by the Top Ten Countries in the London 2012 Olympic Games- Table
  • Sales at a Small Restaurant in a Downtown Business District- Table

Here is a list of IELTS Writing topics 2024 with answers on the IELTS Map Diagram .

  • Paradise Island Map – IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Answers
  • Floor Plan of a Public Library 20 years ago and now - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • A School in 1985 and the School Now - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Village of Stokeford in 1930 and 2010 - IELTS Writing Task 1 Map
  • Map of the Centre of a Small Town Before and After - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Plan A & B shows a Health Centre in 2005 and in Present Day - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Example 9 : Chorleywood is a village near London whose population has increased steadily - Map
  • Two possible sites for the supermarket Sample Answers
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : Cross-sections of two tunnels
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Local industrial village in England called Stamdorf - Map
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 : Hawaiian island chain in the centre of the Pacific Ocean - Map

Process Diagrams

Here is a list of IELTS Writing topics with answers on the IELTS Process diagram .

  • Process of Making Soft Cheese - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Growing and Preparing Pineapples and Pineapple Products – IELTS Writing Task 1 Diagram
  • Ceramic Pots Process - IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Diagram
  • How Orange Juice is Produced - IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 09 : Consequence of deforestation
  • The Diagram Shows the Manufacturing Process of Sugar- IELTS Writing Task 1
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 10: How apple is canned - Diagram
  • Life Cycle of the Salmon - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Academic IELTS Writing Task 1 Recycling process of wasted glass bottles Sample Answers
  • Production of Potato Chips - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • The Process of Milk Production - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Process of Making Pulp and Paper - IELTS Writing Task 1 Diagram
  • Stages of Processing Cocoa Beans - IELTS Writing Task 1

Mixed/Combination Diagrams

The following is a list of IELTS Writing topics 2024 with answers on IELTS mixed or combination diagrams, practising which will aid in mastering these visual presentations for a top IELTS band score .

  • Anthropology Graduates From One University - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Water use Worldwide and Water Consumption- Line Graph and Table
  • Transport and Car Use in Edmonton- Pie Chart + Table
  • Demand for Electricity in England- Line Graph and Pie Chart
  • IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : Newly graduated students in the UK and their proportions - Multiple Graphs
  • The table and charts below give information on the police budget - IELTS Writing Task 1

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In the IELTS General Writing Task 1 , test-takers are required to write a letter in response to a given situation. The letters are of three types depending on the context, namely formal, semi-formal and informal.

Below are some common IELTS Letter Writing topics that cover all the 3 ielts writing questions types of letters.

Formal Letters

Have a look at the list of IELTS General Writing Task 1 Sample Formal Letters that will help IELTS candidates prepare for the IELTS Writing questions for the actual exam.

  • An Article in an International Travel Magazine - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • A Magazine Wants to Include Contributions from its Readers - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Recently Booked a Part-Time Course at a College Now Need to Cancel Your Booking - IELTS Writing Task 1 General Formal Letter
  • Advertisement From a Couple Who Live in Australia - IELTS Writing Task 1 General Formal Letter
  • You Found You had Left Some Important Papers at the Hotel – IELTS General Writing Task 1
  • Advertisement for a Training Course which will be Useful – IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Write a Letter to Your Manager about a Party that You Want to Organize at the Office – IELTS General Writing Task 1
  • A Feedback for a Short Cookery Course – IELTS General Writing Task 1
  • Letter to the Local Authority about Construction of an Airport - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • You Are Soon Going to Spend Three Months Doing Work Experience in an Organisation - IELTS Writing Task 1

Semi - formal Letters

The following is a list of IELTS General Writing Task 1 Sample Semi-Formal Letters with answers.

  • A Friend Of Yours Is Thinking About Applying For The Same Course - IELTS Writing Task 1 General Semi-Formal Letter
  • Letter to Neighbour About Barking Dog - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • A Letter to Your Friend Who Lives in Another Town and Invite - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Letter to a Singer about His/Her Performance – IELTS General Writing Task 1
  • You Have a Full-time Job and Doing a Part-time Evening Course - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Letter to Neighbor About the Damaged Car While Parking - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • You Work for an International Company- Semi-formal letter
  • You and Your Family are Living in Rented Accommodation- Semiformal Letter

Informal Letters

Here is a list of IELTS Writing topics with answers on the IELTS General Writing Task 1 Informal Letters that will help you to learn how to write an IELTS informal letter and brush up your writing skills.

  • A Friend is Thinking of Going on a Camping Holiday - IELTS Writing Task 1
  • Advice about Learning a New Sport – IELTS Writing Task 1 (Informal Letter)
  • Help with a College Project - IELTS Writing Task 1 from Cambridge IELTS General 18
  • Write a Letter to Your Friend Planning a Weekend Trip - IELTS General Writing Task 1
  • Your Parents will be Celebrating their 50th Anniversary Next Month- Informal letter
  • You are Studying English at a Private Language School- Informal Letter
  • You Have a Friend Who has always Liked the Car you Currently Drive- Informal Letter
  • You Have Recently Started Work in a New Company- Informal letter
  • A friend Asking for Advice About a Problem at Work- Informal letter
  • A Friend has Agreed to Look After your House- Informal Letter

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IELTS Writing Task 2 is similar for both IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training with minor differences in the difficulty level. Therefore, let us have a look at the compilation of IELTS writing topics with answers for different IELTS Writing Task 2 sample essays based on the common common IELTS Writing topics 2024.

Business, Work & Talent

Work-related topics often cover issues such as work-life balance, the gig economy, and the impact of automation on employment. Also, business topics may include discussions on corporate responsibility, entrepreneurship, and the impact of globalization on local businesses.

  • Some people are born with certain talents - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Women Should be Allowed to Join the Army, the Navy and the Air Force just like Men - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: Until What Age Do You Think People Should be Encouraged to Remain in Paid Employment?
  • IELTS Writing Task 2 - Top Level Authorities Should Take Suggestions From Employees
  • How Realistic is the Expectation of Job Satisfaction for all Workers - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Men and Women Can Be Equally Suited to Do Any Type of Work - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • People Work Long Hours Leaving Little Time for Leisure - IELTS Writing task 2
  • Some People Say that it is Better to Work for a Larger Company than a Small One - IELTS Writing Task 2

Education topics often focus on the role of technology in education, the importance of higher education, and the debate over traditional vs. modern teaching methods.

  • IELTS Writing Task 2: Nowadays it is More Difficult for Children to Concentrate to Pay Attention in School
  • Placing Advertisements in Schools is a Great Resource for Public Schools - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: Giving Homework Daily to School Children Works Well
  • Very Few School Children Learn About the Value of Money: IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Traditional Examination Are Not Often True to Students Ability - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Secondary School Children Should Study International News - IELTS Writing Task 2

Environment

Environmental issues are increasingly prominent in IELTS Writing, with topics covering pollution, climate change, and the conservation of natural resources.

  • IELTS Writing Task 2 - Some people say domestic animals, like cats, should not be reared in cities
  • We No Longer Need to have Animals Kept in Zoos - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • The Importance of Biodiversity is Being More Widely Recognised - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • People Should Use Public Transport to Support Pollution Control Initiatives - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • International Community Must Act Immediately to Reduce Consumption of Fossil Fuels - IELTS Writing Task 2

Family and Children

IELTS Writing questions related to family and children often explore the changing dynamics of family life, parenting styles, and the impact of technology on children.

  • IELTS Writing Task 2 - Young Single People No Longer Stay With Their Parents Until They Are Married
  • Is it Better to Rear Children in Joint Family or in Nuclear Family - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: Majority of Children are Raised by their Grandparents Due to the Fact that their Parents are Busy
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: In Some Countries Children Have Very Strict Rules of Behaviour
  • Some People Spend Their Lives Living Close to Where They Were Born - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Should Parents Read or Tell Stories to Their Children - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Women Make Better Parents than Men - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • The Older Generations Tend to Have very Traditional Ideas - IELTS Writing Task 2

Food, Lifestyle and Entertainment

Food and entertainment related IELTS writing topics often discuss issues related to diet, the global food industry, and cultural food practices.

  • Explain Why the Movies are As Popular As a Means of Entertainment - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: Popular Hobbies and Interests Change Over Time
  • IELTS Writing Task 2 - Which Do You Prefer Planning or Not Planning For Leisure Time?
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: People Always Throw the Old Things Away When they Buy New Things
  • Food Can Be Produced Much More Cheaply Today | IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: The Era of the Silver Screen is Coming to an End
  • Why is Music Important for Many People - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: Why is the Circus Still a Popular Form of Entertainment
  • Crime Novels and TV Crime Dramas are Becoming Popular - IELTS Writing Task 2

Health-related topics are a staple in the IELTS Writing section, focusing on public health issues, diet, and the impact of modern lifestyles on health.

  • Discuss the cause and effects of widespread drug abuse by young people - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Obesity is a Major Disease Prevalent among Children - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Exercise is the Key to Health while Others Feel that Having a Balanced Diet is More Important - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Advantages and Disadvantages of Government Providing Free Healthcare - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Tobacco and Alcohol are Drugs that Cause Addiction and Health Problems - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Many People Complain that They Have Difficulties Getting Enough Sleep - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • and More People are Hiring a Personal Fitness Trainer - IELTS Writing Task 2

Language and Culture

Topics related to language and literature often explore the importance of preserving cultural heritage, language learning, and the impact of globalization on languages.

  • Many Old Cities Around the World are Going Through a Major Process of Modernization - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Reading for Pleasure Develops Imagination and Better Language Skills - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2 - Traditional Festivals and Celebrations Have Disappeared
  • Globalization will Inevitably Lead to the Total Loss of Cultural Identity - IELTS Writing Task 2

Societal issues such as violence, social inequality, and media influence are common in IELTS Writing topics.

  • Individual Greed and Selfishness Have Been the Basis of Modern Society - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2 - Individuals Should Not Be Allowed To Carry Guns
  • Nowadays We are Living in a Throwaway Society - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Different People Have Different Approaches to Life - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Violence and Conflict were more Evident under Male Leadership than under Female Leadership - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • What Changes Do You Think this New Century Will Bring - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • People Remember Special Gifts or Presents they Receive - IELTS Writing Task 2

Sports topics in IELTS Writing often cover the role of sports in education, the impact of professional sports on society, and issues related to sportsmanship.

  • Many People Think Olympic Games and World Cup are an Enormous Waste of Money- IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Cricket has Become More Popular than the National Sports - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Sports Today is Turning into a Business - IELTS Writing Task 2

Technology & Science

Technology is a rapidly evolving field, and its impact on society, work, and communication is a common topic in IELTS Writing. Media-related topics also come under this section and often focus on the influence of mass media, the ethics of journalism, and the role of the internet in modern communication.

  • Internet and Computers Will Ever Replace the Book or the Written Word - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: More and More People are Choosing to Read Ebooks Rather than Paper Books
  • Some People Think That Mobile Phones Should Be Banned in Public Places - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Persuade More People to Embrace Electric Cars – IELTS Writing
  • The most important aim of science should be to improve people's lives - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • People May No Longer Be Able to Pay for Things Using Cash - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • Mobile Phones and the Internet could have Many Benefits for Old People - IELTS Writing Task 2

Tourism and Travel

Tourism and travel topics may include discussions on the impact of tourism on local cultures, the environment, and the global economy.

  • Foreign Visitors Should Pay More Than Local Visitors for Cultural and Historical Attractions - IELTS Writing Task 2
  • IELTS Writing Task 2: What Do You Think are the Benefits of Going Away on Holidays?
  • In the Future More People Will Go On Holiday in Their Own Country - IELTS Writing Task 2

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Being familiar with these IELTS Writing topics and practicing your writing skills within these themes can help you prepare more effectively for the IELTS Writing test. Moreover, understanding the issues and arguments related to each topic will enable you to write well-rounded essays that meet the IELTS criteria. So, if you need further guidance through a free demo session or sign up for free IELTS webinars .

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In the process of studying IELTS, of course, you have heard somewhere about Mr. Simon. You can refer to the introduction to IELTS Simon in IELTS Writing Simon to know more about the teacher.

In  IELTS Writing Task 2 , you will often feel stuck in coming up with ideas to write about and how to expand your perspective while writing. To help students solve this problem, Mr. Simon has come up with this ebook, which will partly help you prepare better in the writing test.

Ideas For IELTS Topics  is a book that summarizes most of the social topics covered in IELTS Writing Task 2, these topics often appear in discussion questions in Task 2.

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The book consists of 24 topics, in each issue, Simon will introduce ideas you can use for your writing in common problems such as agree and disagree, advantage and disadvantage, opinions, etc.

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Because it only provides ideas and vocabulary to write, those who want to use this book should already have a good command of English along with good writing skills. If you are starting to learn  IELTS  or have lost the basics of English, you should only refer to this book and combine it with other books that focus on basic skills.

Because this ebook only gives relevant ideas & vocabulary, it doesn’t say how to write, so this book will hardly be suitable for those new to IELTS Writing. This book will be best for those who already have a certain amount of knowledge about  IELTS Writing,  or who have learned through the IELTS Writing Simon Course Videos.

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IELTS Essay Topics

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Learn how to write essays on the top 15 topics that occur in the IELTS writing test.

This webpage covers a wide array of subjects, from discussions on culture and tradition to debates about technology and globalization, to help you familiarize yourself with potential essay prompts.

Each section explores a specific theme, providing insights, examples, and potential essay questions to aid your understanding and preparation. Whether you’re studying for the Academic or General Training module, these topics are relevant for both versions of the IELTS exam.

Navigating through my webpage, you’ll find valuable information to enhance your understanding of each topic, equipping you with the knowledge and vocabulary necessary to tackle essay questions effectively. Whether you’re a student aiming for a high band score or a professional seeking to improve your English proficiency, my resource is designed to support your IELTS preparation journey.

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  • 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐕𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐲:
  • 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞:
  • 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐠𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬:
  • 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
  • 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐲:

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Economics and Consumerism

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Many students find IELTS writing the most challenging part of the exam. Well, it’s indeed challenging! In addition to checking grammar and vocabulary, it also evaluates your ability to present and support your position. It is similar to other written assignments students face throughout their college path. However, there are some specific rules and ideas for IELTS topics you need to know to succeed.

So, explore our guide! Written by the IvyPanda team , it explains the essay structure and recommends some useful IELTS writing books. Also, you will learn the basics of academic style and find tools to practice your essay writing.

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Let’s start by exploring the recommended preparation materials. While developing this study guide, we were relying on these books. They are helpful, so we advise you to get familiar with them. You will also find various exercises to enhance your writing skills.

The best practice books for IELTS writing are as follows:

  • IELTS Writing Task 1 + 2 by Rachel Mitchell.

This is an ultimate guide that will help you achieve a band score of 8+ without any struggles. The book includes top strategies for IELTS writing task 1 and task 2. The author believes that just 10 minutes of practice a day will lead to outstanding results. The unique and effective strategies and formulas presented in the book will help to reach success.

  • Grammar for IELTS by Diana Hopkins & Pauline Cullen.

This Cambridge edition book will become your guide to the world of grammar rules, essential for the IELTS test. The book will be useful for both Academic and General Training. Also, there are two versions: IELTS writing book with answers and without them.

  • Cambridge Vocabulary for IELTS Advanced by Pauline Cullen.

Do you feel like your lexicon is insufficient? Do you forget words or cannot find suitable synonyms? Then, this book is what you need. Read it, enrich your vocabulary, and confident about your English skills.

  • Improve your IELTS Writing Skills by Sam McCarter.

The author created an entire series of books for IELTS preparation. There are four of them (Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing). Read them together to apply a complex preparation approach. Or choose the ones that you need. The writing part contains many valuable insights, so it is one of the best IELTS writing books for self-study.

  • Writing for the IELTS by Barron.

Barron’s IELTS writing book is your perfect assistant with exam preparation. The book has four key focuses:

  • vocabulary enhancement;
  • task achievement;
  • the improvement of coherence and cohesion;
  • grammatical accuracy.

Such a complex approach to IELTS writing part preparation guarantees outstanding results.

  • The Official Cambridge Guide to IELTS by Pauline Cullen, Amanda French, Vanessa Jakeman.

It is a general IELTS preparation book with an excellent explanation for the writing part. Regardless of what exam you plan to take (Academic or General), consider studying this manual. And a delightful bonus: there are some free samples available on the website . Find this IELTS writing book online right now.

  • IELTS Writing book by Parthesh Thakkar.

In case you look for a comprehensive book that would explain all aspects of the writing part of the exam, consider this option. The IELTS writing book is for academic and general formats. It includes numerous materials, tips and prompts, IELTS essay topics, and even a grading rubric.

💻 IELTS Writing Practice Online

To use the theoretical knowledge from the IELTS writing books, it is essential to practice each task. We can offer our help with that as well.

Take a look at our list of free IELTS practice materials:

  • IELTS.org is an official IELTS website with a full range of preparation materials. Here you will find a clear description of each part and a lot of practical tasks. If you are looking for a resource that would contain all the necessary practice materials, IELTS.org should be your choice.
  • Canada Visa is another useful source that will help you to pass IELTS successfully. The website was initially designed for those who are planning to migrate to Canada. However, due to the richness of its practical tasks, it will help anyone who is preparing for the exam.
  • IELTS-Exam is your perfect guide throughout your preparation path. It will teach you how to follow the IELTS essay format, explain the difference between writing tasks 1 and 2, and, of course, present some essay samples.

As stated in every IELTS writing book, task 1 of the writing module weighs only 33% of the total writing score. It is also worth mentioning that this part differs for Academic and General Training types.

See the comparison in the table below:

at least 150 words : 20 minutes : to describe a graphical image. It can be a pie chart, a line graph, a table, a scheme that demonstrates some process, or even a combination of several graphs, charts, etc. : at least 150 words : 20 minutes : to write a letter in response to a given problem that might occur in everyday life. Usually, the test taker is expected to request information or explain the situation in IELTS writing part 1.

Below, we dive deep into the aspects of IELTS Academic and General writing tests. You will find many tips on IELTS essay structure, the use of grammar and vocabulary , coherence and cohesion, and a lot more.

💌 General Writing Task 1

Let’s start with writing task 1 for General Training. Here, you will have around 20 minutes to compose a letter of at least 150 words.

You will be graded by the following criteria:

  • Task achievement – 25%
  • Grammar – 25%
  • Vocabulary – 25%
  • Coherence and cohesion – 25%

An IELTS essay structure for General Writing Task 1 should look like this:

IELTS essay structure for General Writing Task 1.

Wondering what are the types of letters that might be given in General IELTS writing task 1? There are only three options:

  • Formal letter. You address this letter to an official representative of some organization. You don’t know this person, so you should write formally.
  • Neutral/semi-formal letter. This type of letter is addressed to someone you know; however, the receiver is not a close person. It can be your employer, for example.
  • Informal letter. It is a letter for someone you know personally (to a friend, relative, classmate, etc.). Here, the tone of your message should be warm and friendly.

Writing any letter relies on the same strategy and IELTS essay structure for task 1. That’s what you should do to nail the task:

  • Start with a greeting.

Always greet the receiver and put a comma after the salutation. The greeting is different for every type of letter:

Dear Sir or Madam,Dear Mr. Bitter, Dear Ms. Carrey,Dear Jack, Dear Ann,
  • Explain the reason for writing.

Introduce your purpose. Be professional while writing formal and semi-formal letters and use the phrases like “I am writing to inform you…”, “I would like to express my interest in…” For informal letters, apply a friendly tone.

  • Write the first body paragraph.

Describe the situation you have got in and outline the problem. Make sure you covered all the bullet points mentioned in writing task 1. Failing to do so, you will lose the marks.

  • Add the second body paragraph.

Propose a possible solution to your problem. Here you can ask for help or request some kind of information. Remember to maintain an official tone while creating formal and semi-formal letters and a friendly manner in informal letters.

  • Summarize what has been said.

To give a feeling of closure to the receiver, wrap up your ideas in one concise sentence.

  • Finish with a goodbye.

The logical ending to any letter is to say goodbye. Again, this part differs for every type of letter. See the discrepancies below:

Yours faithfully,
[Your Name and Surname].
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name and Surname].
All the best/best wishes,
[Your Name].

📊 Academic Writing Task 1

In Academic writing task 1, you should summarize the data presented on the graph, chart, table, or any other graphic image. Make sure that you convey information logically and coherently.

A general IELTS essay structure in Academic Writing Task 1 is as follows:

IELTS essay structure for Academic Writing Task 1.

There are several types of essays for Academic writing part 1:

  • Pie Chart A pie chart is presented in a shape of a circle, divided into several sections. At the bottom, you’ll find the necessary information, such as color codes, names of the categories, etc. Attentively explore the pie chart, make sure you understand all the details, and then describe it.
  • Overtime Graph Here, you will trace the dynamics of a given phenomenon over a specific period. Pay attention to the labels, the years/months/dates – they can be crucial! The wide range of vocabulary related to change and comparison will make your work professional.
  • Two Graphs It is a tricky task since you need to concentrate on two figures simultaneously. Pick the essential info from both graphs, compare and contrast it. Don’t go too far in unnecessary details.
  • Table Chart Here, you should catch up with the main trends and present them logically and clearly. Sometimes, it might seem that tables provide fewer data in comparison with pie charts or overtime graphs. So, ensure you have at least 150 words.
  • Process The process description is quite an uncommon task for Academic IELTS writing part 1. Yet, there is still a chance you will have it, so be prepared! Here, you will need to present a step-by-step process. To make your essay coherent, use appropriate linking words, such as to begin, then, after that, following this, finally .

Like General Training, Academic writing task 1 depends on the same structure, regardless of the essay type. Here are some tips on conquering it:

  • Get the idea of the question. First and foremost, understand what kind of task is given to you. What are the main objectives for the assignment? How can you reach the goal? Don’t try to comprehend the question after you started writing – you will get confused.
  • Don’t copy. If you use the words from the instructions, you will lose the points. Try to paraphrase as much as possible. Demonstrate your rich vocabulary and your knowledge of grammar . Also, as you prepare, don’t try to memorize the samples. Firstly, you won’t have precisely the same task. Secondly, the examiner might notice some suspicious similarities.
  • Start with general trends. In the single line, describe the whole picture of the chart/graph/table. Don’t try to present all the details at once. Start with a simple and concise overview.
  • Gradually go into details. As you described the general trends, you can move to more specific information. But be careful here! Make sure you interpret that data logically and present it clearly. Your essay should be well-structured and easy to read.
  • Take a look at examples. You can find those in a free essays database, which is usually filled with papers of every type imaginable. This tip is applicable to dealing with writing task 2 as well.

Does the IELTS writing task 1 seem difficult for you? Embrace yourself! Task 2 is even more challenging!

IELTS Writing Task 2 for IELTS Academic and General Training.

IELTS writing task 2 requires you to compose a formal essay on a given topic. The essay types can be various. The most popular ones are as follows:

  • cause and effect,
  • comparison and contrast,
  • advantage/disadvantage,
  • problem-solution,
  • agree-disagree.

Other essential information about IELTS writing task 2:

  • Estimated time limit : 40 minutes.
  • Word count : at least 250 words.
  • Grade weight : 66% of total writing band.
  • Task achievement – 15%;
  • Vocabulary – 25%;
  • Grammar – 25%;
  • Coherence and cohesion – 25%.

As with task 1, the IELTS essay structure for task 2 is not very type-specific. In any case, you will need to write 4-5 paragraphs connected by one topic and one thesis statement. Your plan of actions should be as follows:

  • Inspect the question. Before writing an essay, make sure you fully understand what is expected from you. Search for keywords to catch the main topic. Analyze the instruction to find out what type of essay you need to write.
  • Come up with a thesis statement. It should be clear, concise, and correspond to the essay’s topic. A strong thesis statement is a key to a high band. So, spend enough time and effort to develop it.
  • Outline your essay. Don’t miss this step! A good outline will help you to compose a well-structured essay and to present your arguments logically.
  • Write an introduction. A catchy one will make the examiner interested in your essay from the very beginning, so you increase your chances to get a high score. Put your thesis statement as the last sentence of your introduction.
  • Support your thesis in body paragraphs. Devote a separate body paragraph to every idea. Don’t try to include more than one argument in one part – this will make your essay difficult to follow. Ensure you fully covered all the points from your thesis statement in the body.
  • Finish with a conclusion. Wrap up your ideas in the last section. It should correspond to the introduction and provide a sense of closure to the readers.

In the following sections, we will dive deep into the aspects of each essay type for IELTS writing task 2.

💭 Opinion Essay

It is a type of essay when you are given a statement and asked whether you agree or disagree. Here, you need to present your opinion and support it with appropriate arguments.

There are several types of opinion essay :

  • Totally agree.
  • Totally disagree.
  • Partially agree or disagree (the question for this type is usually “for what extent do you agree or disagree?”).

Opinion IELTS essay structure looks like this:

IELTS opinion essay structure.

We’ve got even more valuable info for you! Here are some useful tips for creating a successful opinion essay for IELTS:

  • Decide on one side of the argument.
  • Clearly express your opinion in the thesis statement.
  • Stick to your opinion; don’t change it throughout the essay.
  • Support your position with solid arguments and examples.

🌟 Advantages & Disadvantages Essay

Pros and cons essay is a prevalent task for IELTS writing part 2. Here, you will need to present the positives and negatives of a particular issue.

There are two types of advantages & disadvantages essay:

  • Simple advantage-disadvantage essay.

It aims to present the pros and cons of a phenomenon, event, or idea. For example, possible advantages and disadvantages essay IELTS topic might be the following:

Due to the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic, the majority of organizations shifted to online operations. What are the advantages and disadvantages of remote working?

  • Outweigh essay.

Here, your task is to evaluate the benefits and shortcomings of a specific issue and decide whether the pros outweigh the cons. The sample topic for this type of essay might look like this:

Sometimes, students decide to take a gap year after school before entering a university. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages or not?

In case you are wondering what the advantages-disadvantages essay consists of, we prepared its structure for you.

Adventages & Disadventages Essay Structure for IELTS.

To make your essay writing process easier, we listed some pieces of advice for you:

  • Create a thesis statement where you mention both advantages and disadvantages.
  • Make sure you have solid examples for your points.
  • Chose only one advantage and one disadvantage – you won’t have time to do more.
  • Clearly express your opinion, especially if you are writing an outweigh essay.

👍 Solution Essay

With this type of essay, everything is quite simple. You are given a problem, and you need to come up with a solution. There are three main kinds of such essays :

  • Solution only essay: you only need to develop an idea of how to overcome a particular obstacle.
  • Cause-solution essay : you find out the cause of the problem and suggest a solution.
  • Problem-solution essay: you are given a situation; firstly, you should determine the issues it may cause; secondly, you need to offer a solution.

In this case, the IELTS essay structure for task 2 will be the following:

IELTS discussion essay structure.

Now, let’s explore some insightful tips for the IELTS essay.

  • Quality over quantity: chose a maximum of two problems/causes and a maximum of two solutions.
  • Make sure that your solutions correspond to the problems.
  • Read the instructions carefully to understand the exact type of solution essay you are expected to write.

🗣 ️ Discussion Essay

With this type of essay, you will be given a statement. Your task is to analyze the problem and present both sides of the issue. There are two types of discussion essay:

  • Two sides of the same problem. For example: Some people support online shopping, while other people do not. Discuss both sides.
  • Two different problems. For example: Some people believe that it is better to have a well-paid but unpleasant job, while other people think it is more important to have a pleasant job even if the salary is low. Discuss both sides and present your point of view.

Do you need to discuss both views? Your IELTS essay structure should look as follows:

Discussion Essay Structure for IELTS.

We’ve also got some valuable tips for writing a discussion essay:

  • Analyze both sides of the argument.
  • Make your body paragraphs equal. Even if you disagree with the point, discuss it.
  • Describe the point you disagree with first.
  • Express your position as straightforward as possible.

❓ Double Question Essay

This essay type is not very common. Still, you should be ready to face it. A double question essay (sometimes referred to as a “two-question” or “direct question” essay) includes one statement with several questions after it.

There are no specific types of double question essays. Each task may vary in topics and the number of questions. Sometimes, the instructions contain only one question; sometimes, three of them.

IELTS double question essay structure.

Take a look at our essential double question essay tips:

  • Make the body paragraphs equal.
  • Make sure to answer every question.
  • Be concise – don’t try to come up with as many ideas as possible.
  • A double question essay is not an opinion or discussion essay – don’t mix them up.

💡 25 Ideas for IELTS Topics: Task 2

As we have discussed theory, let’s move to the practical part! This section is full of ideas for IELTS topics for task 2.

To practice IELTS writing task 1, visit this website . Here, you will find all the graphs, charts, tables, and schemes necessary for training and learning.

Our essay ideas for IELTS writing task 2 are divided accordingly to the essay types:

⭕ Opinion Essay

  • The rapid globalization of the world leads to the loss of cultural diversity. To what extent do you agree?
  • Some people consider men and women as equals; thus, women can handle any job. Other people believe that some jobs are not suitable for women. What is your opinion?
  • Violence in social media is a direct cause of violence in society. To what extent do you agree?
  • Sex education should be a compulsory subject in high school. Do you agree or disagree with this idea? Present your own opinion.
  • Education is a basic human right; however, since it is expensive, not everyone can afford it. Therefore, education should be free for everyone. To what extent do you agree?

⭕ Advantages & Disadvantages Essay

  • With rapid technological development, e-books have become increasingly popular. Some people find it beneficial, while others do not approve of e-books. What are the pros and cons of using them instead of paper books?
  • Fast food restaurants have helped people save time and keep up with the high speed of modern life. However, it has harmful effects on human health. What are the pros and cons of fast food? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
  • The trend of taking a gap year between school and college became incredibly popular. What are the advantages and disadvantages of taking a gap year?
  • Many families prefer to put older people in nursing homes instead of looking after them at home. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this decision?
  • Some people believe that online learning will soon replace traditional schools. What are the benefits of remote education? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

⭕ Solution Essay

  • The rapid technological progress in developing countries is one of the leading causes of global warming. What is the possible solution to this problem?
  • Cyberbullying has become a serious problem the majority of children and teenagers face nowadays. How can parents prevent their children from cyberbullying? Suggest some solutions.
  • Overpopulation of the urban areas leads to a number of problems. Least several of them and come up with effective solutions.
  • Due to the low wages in developing countries, people migrate to developed countries for work purposes. What are some problems of this tendency, and what solutions can you suggest?
  • Since children spend too much time on their smartphones, they do not lead an active life. What problems can a sedentary lifestyle cause? What can be done to solve this problem?

⭕ Discussion Essay

  • Some people think that music classes should be compulsory at school. Others believe that parents must decide themselves whether they want their children to take them. Discuss both points of view.
  • If some people believe that environmental problems should be solved locally, others claim that there should be a global approach to such issues. Discuss both sides and express your own point of view.
  • Some people believe that the death penalty is too cruel, so it should be banned. Others state that it is a fair punishment. Discuss both sides.
  • Some people think that a high-quality university education guarantees employment. Other people believe that work experience is a key to getting a job. Discuss both points of view and express your own position.
  • One group of people claim that life in a big city is more convenient. In contrast, another group states that it is better to live in the countryside. Discuss both points of view.

⭕ Double Question Essay

  • Fake information often spreads around the Internet. Have you ever been a victim of fake news? How to distinguish reliable sources of information from unreliable ones?
  • Numerous people agree that it is impossible to buy happiness for money. What is your opinion regarding this issue? Is money an essential element of a happy life? Can a rich person be unhappy, and a poor one be happy?
  • In schools, intelligence is often measured by school grades. Is it the right approach? Do school grades always reflect the person’s real level of intelligence?
  • With the development of the Internet, people gained more opportunities. In what ways has it improved our lives? What are the most crucial benefits of the Internet?
  • Travelling expands the horizons. How do you interpret this phrase? In what ways can trips be beneficial for people? What knowledge can you gain while visiting new countries?

👩‍🏫 IELTS Writing Tips: Academic Style

We have discussed each essay type separately. Yet, there is one more aspect that is worth mentioning – academic style. It should be applied to every IELTS essay (except informal/semi-formal letters in task 1). In the following section, we will discuss the academic style features you should consider while completing the IELTS writing part.

While composing an essay for IELTS, make sure you meet the following requirements:

  • Avoid slang. Don’t include words like wanna or dude in your essay. Write in clear English.
  • Construct full sentences. Make sure you have an independent clause with a subject and verb in every sentence.
  • Avoid redundancy. Repeated terms and ideas will demonstrate your poor vocabulary. Make sure you use a wide range of words.
  • Follow an IELTS essay structure. Allocate separate paragraphs for each of your ideas. Don’t try to put more than one argument in a section. You will only confuse your reader.
  • Use a neutral tone. Maintain a calm and thoughtful tone throughout the entire essay. Don’t go to extremes. For example, instead of saying: I can’t stand villages, say: life in the countryside has a number of negative aspects.

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In the past, knowledge was contained in books. Nowadays, knowledge is uploaded to the internet.

Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

It is a fact of modern life that most information today is stored online, rather than in physical books as it was in the past. In my opinion, this is a negative overall despite its obvious conveniences.

Supporters of this trend can point to the numerous ways knowledge kept online can be disseminated and used. Online information is almost universally accessible, narrowing socioeconomic differences in society and allowing for various conveniences. First of all, users can find relevant information on search engines from a wide range of sources including user-generated sites like Wikipedia to news outlets like The New York Times and academic journals as well. Once an individual locates the information they are looking for, it is also easier to search within that article, share it with others, have it wherever they go and store more than would be possible if it were a hard copy.

Nonetheless, storing information online encourages a dependence on computer technology that is harmful for the human mind. In the past, if a person wanted to research a given topic, they would have to check out a library book or talk with an expert. This process was much slower and open to the possibility of bias. However, it also meant that individuals were more conscientious and patiently learned from fuller, more nuanced sources. Nowadays, most people read short articles, hastily written to attract more clicks and generate advertising revenue. These tap into a fundamental human need to be constantly engaged and feeling pleasure. Over time, this has led to a generation addicted to devices, lacking the healthy habits engendered by careful research and study.

In conclusion, despite the handiness of online information, the impact on the human psyche makes this a negative trend on level. Individuals must themselves find ways to counter these potentially injurious effects.

1. It is a fact of modern life that most information today is stored online, rather than in physical books as it was in the past. 2. In my opinion, this is a negative overall despite its obvious conveniences.

  • Paraphrase what the overall topic is about.
  • Write a clear opinion. Read more about introductions here .

1. Supporters of this trend can point to the numerous ways knowledge kept online can be disseminated and used. 2. Online information is almost universally accessible, narrowing socioeconomic differences in society and allowing for various conveniences. 3. First of all, users can find relevant information on search engines from a wide range of sources including user-generated sites like Wikipedia to news outlets like The New York Times and academic journals as well. 4. Once an individual locates the information they are looking for, it is also easier to search within that article, share it with others, have it wherever they go and store more than would be possible if it were a hard copy.

  • Write a topic sentence with a clear main idea at the end.
  • Explain your main idea.
  • Begin to develop it with specific examples.
  • Finish developing the same main idea fully.

1. Nonetheless, storing information online encourages a dependence on computer technology that is harmful for the human mind. 2. In the past, if a person wanted to research a given topic, they would have to check out a library book or talk with an expert. 3. This process was much slower and open to the possibility of bias. 4. However, it also meant that individuals were more conscientious and patiently learned from fuller, more nuanced sources. 5. Nowadays, most people read short articles, hastily written to attract more clicks and generate advertising revenue. 6. These tap into a fundamental human need to be constantly engaged and feeling pleasure. 7. Over time, this has led to a generation addicted to devices, lacking the healthy habits engendered by careful research and study.

  • Write another topic sentence with a new main idea at the end.
  • Explain your main idea again.
  • Begin to add detail.
  • Use specific support and don’t switch to new main idea.
  • Use specific examples as support
  • Draw out the results/conclusions of your examples.
  • Conclude with a strong statement.

1. In conclusion, despite the handiness of online information, the impact on the human psyche makes this a negative trend on level. 2. Individuals must themselves find ways to counter these potentially injurious effects.

  • Summarise your ideas and repeat your opinion.
  • Add a final thought/detail. Read more about conclusions here .

What do the words in bold below mean?

It is a fact of modern life that most information today is stored online , rather than in physical books as it was in the past. In my opinion, this is a negative overall despite its obvious conveniences .

Supporters of this trend can point to the numerous ways knowledge kept online can be disseminated and used. Online information is almost universally accessible , narrowing socioeconomic differences in society and allowing for various conveniences. First of all , users can find relevant information on search engines from a wide range of sources including user-generated sites like Wikipedia to news outlets like The New York Times and academic journals as well. Once an individual locates the information they are looking for, it is also easier to search within that article, share it with others, have it wherever they go and store more than would be possible if it were a hard copy .

Nonetheless , storing information online encourages a dependence on computer technology that is harmful for the human mind. In the past, if a person wanted to research a given topic , they would have to check out a library book or talk with an expert . This process was much slower and open to the possibility of bias . However, it also meant that individuals were more conscientious and patiently learned from fuller, more nuanced sources . Nowadays, most people read short articles, hastily written to attract more clicks and generate advertising revenue . These tap into a fundamental human need to be constantly engaged and feeling pleasure . Over time , this has led to a generation addicted to devices , lacking the healthy habits engendered by careful research and study.

In conclusion, despite the handiness of online information, the impact on the human psyche makes this a negative trend on level . Individuals must themselves find ways to counter these potentially injurious effects .

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ə fækt ɒv ˈmɒdən laɪf   stɔːd ˈɒnˌlaɪn ˈfɪzɪkəl bʊks   ˈnɛgətɪv ˈəʊvərɔːl   ˈɒbvɪəs kənˈviːniənsɪz səˈpɔːtəz ɒv ðɪs trɛnd   pɔɪnt tuː   ˈnjuːmərəs weɪz   dɪˈsɛmɪneɪtɪd   ˈɔːlməʊst ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəli əkˈsɛsəbl ˈnærəʊɪŋ ˌsəʊsɪəʊˌɛkəˈnɒmɪk ˈdɪfrənsɪz   əˈlaʊɪŋ fɔː   fɜːst ɒv ɔːl ˈrɛlɪvənt ˌɪnfəˈmeɪʃən   sɜːʧ ˈɛnʤɪnz   waɪd reɪnʤ ɒv ˈsɔːsɪz   ˈjuːzə-ˈʤɛnəreɪtɪd saɪts   njuːz ˈaʊtlɛts   ˌækəˈdɛmɪk ˈʤɜːnlz   ləʊˈkeɪts   sɜːʧ wɪˈðɪn   ʃeə   mɔː ðæn wʊd biː ˈpɒsəbl   hɑːd ˈkɒpi ˌnʌnðəˈlɛs ɪnˈkʌrɪʤɪz   dɪˈpɛndəns   ˈhɑːmfʊl   ə ˈgɪvn ˈtɒpɪk ʧɛk aʊt   ˈɛkspɜːt ˈprəʊsɛs   ˌpɒsəˈbɪlɪti ɒv ˈbaɪəs ˌkɒnʃɪˈɛnʃəs   ˈpeɪʃəntli   ˈfʊlə ,  mɔː nju(ː)ˈɑːnst ˈsɔːsɪz ˈheɪstɪli ˈrɪtn   əˈtrækt mɔː klɪks   ˈʤɛnəreɪt ˈædvətaɪzɪŋ ˈrɛvɪnjuː tæp ˈɪntuː   ˌfʌndəˈmɛntl ˈhjuːmən   ˈkɒnstəntli ɪnˈgeɪʤd   ˈfiːlɪŋ ˈplɛʒə ˈəʊvə taɪm lɛd tuː   ˌʤɛnəˈreɪʃən   əˈdɪktɪd tuː dɪˈvaɪsɪz ˈlækɪŋ   ˈhɛlθi ˈhæbɪts   ɪnˈʤɛndəd baɪ   dɪsˈpaɪt   ˈhændɪnəs   ˈhjuːmən ˈsaɪki(ː)   ɒn ˈlɛvl ˈkaʊntə   pəʊˈtɛnʃəli ɪnˈʤʊərɪəs ɪˈfɛkts

Vocabulary Practice

Remember and fill in the blanks:

It is a________________________e that most information today is s______________e , rather than in p_________________s as it was in the past. In my opinion, this is a n____________________l despite its o____________________________s .

S__________________________d can p__________o the n__________________s knowledge kept online can be d___________________d and used. Online information is a_____________________________e , n_______________________________________s in society and a___________________r various conveniences. F____________l , users can find r________________________n on s__________________s from a w_________________________s including u____________________s like Wikipedia to n_________________s like The New York Times and a____________________s as well. Once an individual l___________s the information they are looking for, it is also easier to s_________________n that article, s_________e it with others, have it wherever they go and store m__________________________e if it were a h____________y .

N________________s , storing information online e_________________s a d________________e on computer technology that is h______________l for the human mind. In the past, if a person wanted to research a_______________c , they would have to c_____________t a library book or talk with an e_________t . This p________s was much slower and open to the p_________________s . However, it also meant that individuals were more c________________s and p____________y learned from f________________________________s . Nowadays, most people read short articles, h_______________n to a_____________________s and g___________________________________e . These t_____________o a f_____________________________n need to be c_____________________d and f_________________________e . O___________e , this has l_______o a g________________n a______________________s , l____________g the h________________s e__________________y careful research and study.

In conclusion, d_________e the h____________s of online information, the impact on the h______________e makes this a negative trend o__________l . Individuals must themselves find ways to c___________r these p_______________________________s .

Listening Practice

Learn more about this topic below and use these ideas to practice:

Reading Practice

Read more about doing research online here and practice with these ideas :

https://www.elearners.com/education-resources/online-learning/how-to-conduct-research-online/

Speaking Practice

Practice with the following questions from the real IELTS speaking exam :

The Internet

  • How often do most people use the internet?
  • Are there drawbacks to its overuse?
  • What kind of information can people find online?
  • How has this changed the way that people get their information?
  • How will the internet change society in the future?

Writing Practice

Practice with the writing below then check with my sample answer:

In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

IELTS Writing Task 2 Sample Answer Essay IELTS Cambridge 15: Printed Newspapers and Reading Online (IELTS Cambridge 15)

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  Well, writing is one of the toughest modules of the IELTS exam. Writing requires a wide range of vocabulary and ideas on different topics that are prevalent in the world. Writing includes task 1 and task 2. In task 1 you will be given a graph or diagram and you have to write about 150 words in 20 minutes whereas in task 2 you will be provided with a topic and you have to write 250 words in 40 minutes. Task 1 is easy as compared to task 2, so you have to do more practice for task 2 and this book will help you to learn new ideas.  

About the author of this Ieltsliz: ideas for IELTS essays.

This book is written by Elizabeth(Liz). She is an experienced IELTS teacher and the author of the website ieltsliz.com . she completed her IELTS examiner training in 2008

What does this Ieltsliz: ideas for IELTS essays include?

AS I mentioned earlier this book is about task 2 of IELTS Writing. this book includes ideas on different topics of writing task 2. these ideas are very useful for IELTS students. This book also includes important Vocabulary with ideas of 150 task 2 topics. this book is comprehensive and covers all important task 2 writing topics. the third page of this book contains a message from the author and all students should read this message carefully before starting the book.    Apart from that, this book includes ideas on different topics alphabetically. Topics that are included in this book are mentioned below:  

  • Advertising 
  • Buildings & Housing
  • Character and people
  • Crime and Punishments 
  • Economy and Money
  • Environment 
  • Health 
  • Internet and computers
  • Language 
  • media and Tv
  • reading and Books
  • space Exploration
  • sports and exercise

These upper mentioned Topics are included in this book with exercise for practising purposes.  

How to use this book

if you really want to learn something from this book then buy a hard copy of this book. start reading this book from the first page and slowly read all pages. try to use these words in your daily essays and also use these in speaking. Don’t forget to review these words before going to bed.  

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New IELTS Essay Topics for 2023

Below are new IELTS essay topics in 2023 for Writing Task 2. I’ve also included useful ideas for each topic so that you can prepare for your test more quickly.

The majority of essay questions you will get in IELTS writing task 2 will be recycled topics from previous years. This is because there are so many common topics to choose from. However, occasionally new topics are introduced which reflect our changing world and new current issues in society. I haven’t put the precise wording for the essay questions as IELTS often rephrase their essay questions using different wording.

To prepare fully for your test, you must also prepare ALL common essay questions. Please click here: 100 IELTS Essay Questions

In addition, please note that all the topics below can also appear in the speaking test as well (part 3).

2023 New IELTS Essay Topics with Useful Ideas 

These essay questions could appear in both the IELTS Academic and GT writing task 2 test. Please remember, these are topics with ideas so that you can use them and adapt them to the question in the test because questions will usually be paraphrased and tasks will vary from test to test.

  • Essay Topic: Poor concentration due to social media
  • Short attention spans can affect us by not focusing on detail and poor performance at school or work
  • Pop up ads are intrusive and interrupt our focus
  • Temptation to chat on social media cuts into people’s concentration
  • Social media encourages a shorter attention spam with short punchy media, such as on TikTok and Instagram
  • Note: I’ll post a page with useful language for the topic of concentration in a few weeks as this topic is very common in the speaking test. 

2. Essay Topic: Children learn how to grow vegetables or farming

  • Growing vegetables and caring for livestock is part of essential life skills for a healthy future
  • As a species we should never forget our basic life skills for future survival
  • Homegrown vegetables have more nutrition which children should learn about
  • Vegetables can be grown on balconies as well as patios
  • It allows children to reconnect to nature which is important in a world where they are so focused on gadgets
  • This might encourage children to also take an interest in cooking, which is another essential life skill

3. Essay Topic: Taking risks in personal and professional life

  • “to keep people on their toes” – idiom – keep people alert and prepared for potential problems (an idiom suitable for WT2)
  • + Risks help us grow and learn new skills
  • + Life is always changing and full of risks so people should embrace this aspect of life rather than try to avoid it
  • – Risk can lead to negative consequences for individuals and families
  • – It is better to be safe than sorry
  • (note: this topic is very similar to the topic about “people who like change vs people who do not like change in their life” – that topic has been used for years by IELTS

4. Essay Topic: Streaming Films Online vs cinema

  • Streaming online is cheaper and more accessible
  • Streaming online is more enjoyable at home
  • Streaming online offers a wider choice of options
  • Cinema has better sound systems and bigger screens
  • Cinema allows you to share emotional responses with an audience
  • Cinema is a special experience for groups and couples

5.  Essay Topic: Children & active or passive leisure activities

  • Active activities: sport, photography, hiking, camping
  • These activities help children get fresh air, build physical health, learn new skills and engage in socialising with others face to face.
  • Passive activities: reading, watching TV, social media
  • These activities help children gain insight, can be educational or inspirational, help children develop creativity and technological skills.

6. Essay Topic: Men’s and women’s sports shown on TV and social media

  • Traditionally most sports were male based so audiences are historically more attracted to male sports
  • Women’s sports are just as exciting as male sports
  • Women’s sports don’t often get the same amount of sponsoring from companies which impacts their sport
  • Women’s football already has large followings on social media

7. Essay Topic: Truth in people’s communication is most important

  • + Truth helps people develop honest, meaningful relationships
  • + Truth develops open communication instead of repressed relationships
  • + Without truth, there is only deceit which is toxic to relationships and erodes trust
  • + Truth leads to trust
  • – Social media encourages people to present a version of truth rather than the whole truth in order to impress others and create a particular impression – this can lead to misconception and lead others in the wrong direction
  • – Sometimes the truth can be hurtful and needs to be approached step by step rather than directly
  • – Some people are not ready to hear the whole truth
  • – Truth may be something that needs time to emerge in cases such as abuse or where someone may be at risk
  • – Truth sometimes has to be edited for children

8. Essay Topic: Sense of Community

  • + People used to know their neighbours well and have a sense of community
  • + Community meant that people took care of each other and looked out for one another
  • +/- Doctors and teachers used to live in the community and become leaders of the community but now they often live in other areas and play little part in the community as a whole
  • – Social media does not encourage relationships with neighbours but rather between people at a distance
  • Note: a similar essay topic is one such as “adults should be required to do obligatory community service for a period of time”. That essay leans towards the benefits of community service vs time and obligation.

9. Essay topic: Graffiti on city walls

  • + Freedom of expression
  • + Some graffiti can be a work of art
  • + It creates a colourful environment in a drab urban setting (drab = dreary, dull, lifeless)
  • + Graffiti can stimulate creativity in others
  • + Graffiti can be cultural which benefits society
  • – It is often unregulated art
  • – Graffiti could contain indecent or violent images or words
  • – It could incite racism, hatred or political unrest

10. Vaping and Children (Predicted Topic)

  • Vaping was originally introduced to help smokers quit, but now vaping is becoming popular amongst people who never previously smoked.
  • Vaping can be addictive and their use has grown dramatically in the last five years, particularly in high school children
  • E-cigarettes are less harmful than normal cigarettes, but they do still contain harmful ingredients such as nicotine, flavourings and other chemicals
  • Vaping could lead to increase in asthma
  • While this is only a predicted topic, it is something you can easily introduce into essays or into your speaking test as it is a current world issue

11. Organised Tours to Remote Places (Tourism)

  • + Travellers get to see places that are largely untouched by the modern world
  • + Remote places are steeped in culture and interest
  • + Remote places can benefit from a boost in their economy
  • – The culture in such places will be altered by so many tourists
  • – Such tourism can have a negative impact on the local eco system
  • With tourism comes the threat of pollution

12. Museums should focus on local works of art

  • + Focusing on local art exhibits means local artists are supported and encouraged
  • + Part of the task of a museum is conserving local history and culture so this should be their primary goal
  • + This is a way of promoting local culture and history to tourists which could benefit the economy of the country
  • – Many museums have international collections of art that people travel from around the world to see
  • – The history of some countries is interconnected with other countries and other cultures – history is not always confined within a boarder
  • – We now live in a global world and museums should reflect that

13. Values from family and parents play a greater role in future success than skills and knowledge from schools

  • + from parents we can learn discipline and the meaning of hard work which are vital for future success
  • + from family we can learn the value of determination and never giving up
  • – schools provide the building blocks of knowledge upon which our future hangs, such as reading, writing, comprehension, maths etc
  • – without education, most people would be reduced to menial work and success would be much harder to attain
  • – some careers require specific education and training without which success would be impossible

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Hi, Liz I am so glad to tell you I have got 6.5 in writing even though it’s not a high score…

about the writing , i’d like to share some contents below.

writing 1 it is a line graph talking about air pollutants in the UK from 1995 to 2005 there are three lines, including the total one, households, industry, transport.

writing 2 some people think it is a waste of time to read newspaper and watch tv news, to what extent do you agree or disagree?

But I want to say that is mainly thanks to your website, I have actually only learned about writing part in this website at about 4 month. Thank you so much!!! your kindness and learning skills you shared really help us so much!!! Big thanks!!

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Well done with your score! And thanks for sharing your topics 🙂

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I had posted a comment regarding GT Writing Task2, few minutes back. Earlier it was mentioned that it is awaiting moderation. But now, I don’t see it at all. Has it been unapproved? If yes, can you please explain why?

To explain why your comment was waiting in moderation: 1) your first comment arrived at 6.30am UK time. I would be asleep. 2) your second comment arrived at 8am. I still hadn’t started work. As I work part time, I work alone and I’m sick, I don’t work every day. On top of that there are over 26,000 comments waiting in moderation, it is not humanly possible for a sick person or even a healthy person to read and answer them all. I do by best to help people for free, but I am not superwoman – I’m just a teacher who tries her best with the time I have.

You asked about personal experiences for an IELTS essay. This isn’t about you, your family or friends because those examples are generally informal and IELTS essays are formal in tone and content. It’s about your experience of the world and your opinions. This means you don’t refer to “a person I know does not own a car”, you write “although most people are car owners, a number of people still do not own cars”. That is how you phrase your knowledge and experience.

Regarding addressing parts of the essay question and ideas, part of your preparation is to prepare ideas for topics. This is the reason I created an e-book called Ideas for IELTS Essay Topics. The more topics you prepare for, the better. There is a list of over 100 essay topics on the main writing task 2 page of this website and I also published a list of potential topics for 2024 which you should also use for your preparation. Look through the lists and find the ones you know nothing about, then educate yourself. Obviously my e-books helps a lot with that process because it contains ideas and vocabulary for over 150 common essay topics. But the rest of the work, you must do yourself.

One of the marking criterion for writing task 2 is Task Response, which counts for 25% of your marks for writing task 2. This is your ability to address everything in the essay question, have a highly focused essay, have relevant ideas that are well developed and understand the issues given. So, if you haven’t prepared enough and you fail to address part of the essay question, or if part of your essay is irrelevant because you misunderstood it, then your score in Task Response will be lower. The band score descriptors published by IELTS for your benefit show that for a band score 5 in TR, “the main parts of the prompts are not addressed”. So, to fail in addressing the issues or including irrelevant information will hold you at around band 5 or band 6 depending at how poorly you do at this. For that reason, you need to prepare ideas for topics and also ensure that you are following current world issues, such as global warming, early education, international aid etc etc. All this information is explained on various pages of my website. This website is extensive and contains well over 200 pages of advice, tips, topics, examples, information and model answers. It is your task to use all the free information I have already provided to learn.

Thank you for providing such a comprehensive reply. Kudos to you !

You’re welcome

Hello Liz, Greetings from India. Hope you are doing well now. Thank you for uploading such wonderful material. I was hoping if you could help with the “include any relevant examples from your own knowledge and experience” part in GT Writing Part2. What phrases are suitable for mentioning personal experience in a formal essay? Moreover, if a topic is such that I don’t have any relevant experiences or ideas, then is it okay to skip over this part of the essay?

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could you please rate my Essay and give me tips how to improve? I have sat the IELTS twice but always fail to achieve Bandscore 8.0. I always end up with Bandscore 7,5 in writing, but need a 8. My next test is in a few weeks and I am getting anxious now. I am having issues with developing paragraphs well as I should not write much more than 300 words, but I do not know how to fully develop an argument in just 250 words (or a bit more). Thank you in Advance, Cheers, Tara

There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people argue, that non-vital subjects such as sports or cooking lessons should be banned from the curriculum in order to facilitate students to focus on exam relevant courses. Personally, I support the idea of maintaining extracurricular activities in school as it benefits childrens health and supports them in developing life skills.

First and foremost, students who undergo physical training during school hours and learn how to cook meals from scratch are best equipped for life. To be more precise, even though such classes seem to be irrelevant at first sight, they prove to be essential to teach pupils how to keep themselves fit, how to nourish and nurture their bodies and overall how to lead a healthy lifestyle. Students who regularly attend sports classes do not only gain muscles, accelerate their endurance and develop their stamina. They also improve on skills to succeed in academic life and in everyday’s life, such as motivation, resilience, persistence, agility, strength and motivation

Furthermore, they develop core skills such as self-awareness and confidence, which may in turn not only help strengthen their mental health but also to gain invaluable skills, such as for presenting in front of an audience.

However, there might be some students who do not lead a healthy lifestyle at all and are in favour of getting low-nutritional meal options at the next available food stall, in order to gain more time to focus on their studies. Alternatively, they would rather buy take-away meals or frozen food in the supermarket, that they can simply reheat or prepare at home in a short period of time.

To conclude, I strongly support the idea of keeping subjects such as physical training and cookery courses in the curriculum, in order to allow students to develop an understanding of how to lead a healthy lifestyle, which in turn raises their chance to succeed academically as well.

It looks like you haven’t read the band score descriptors. If your body paragraphs are not equally developed, you won’t get a high score in Coherence and Cohesion. It’s a very simple thing to learn and to do, but so many people don’t pay attention to it and it costs them a good band score. You’ve also got two body paragraphs where you don’t even mention the school curriculum or subjects. If your sentences are not fully written and fully connected to the topic given, you will get a lower score. Just because you’ve connected the points in your head, doesn’t mean it works in IELTS essays. For example, your second body paragraph is about awareness and confidence – who are you referring to? which subject are you referring to? how does this connect to the school curriculum and the balance of subjects? Not one single mention is given to explain anything in that body paragraph. You do a similar thing in the third body paragraph. In your introduction, you also completely change the essay topic by writing about extra-curricular activities. This topic is not about such activities, it’s about subjects such as cookery and physical education which form part of the curriculum – they are each a valid subject. Each time you paraphrase be very careful because if you paraphrase incorrectly or use the wrong words, you might completely go off topic. And that’s what you’ve done here. Finally, you’ve completely ignored the fact that the essay topic is about comparing these subjects with academic subjects (such as science, maths, literature etc) – you’ve failed to tackle that in your essay. I see many issues with the way you are writing and forming your essay. Even though your level of English is strong, Task Response and Coherence & Cohesion together form 50% of your marks and you are struggling with them both. You need to know what to aim at otherwise your score will be unpredictable. I suggest you get my advanced lessons and also my Grammar E-book which also contains information about linking, referring and much more: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . An IELTS essay is not just an essay. It an IELTS essay with specific requirements for higher band scores and you need to know what it’s all about.

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Thanks,your informations are very useful )))

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Hello Dear Liz. I wrote my test yesterday on the 30th. Waiting task 1 I wrote more than 150 words and the task 2 I wrote more than 250 words. Would that affect my score?

What a strange question to ask. Your task is to write more than 150 words in task 1 and to write more than 250 words in task 2. Did you get confused about the task? The word count task has remained the same for many years.

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Hi Liz, this essay topic is a bit confusing. How do you advise to handle this? Many people think that more money will make them happier. How important is money for happiness?

You need to decide if money can make people happier or if there is anything else that can. If you think there are other things that can make people happy, you write one paragraph about how money affects people and then one or two other body paragraphs about the other factors of happiness.

Liz! My scores are in S8 L8.5 R9.0 W7. 5. We did it!!!

Excellent!! Very well done to you 🙂

The cultures of many countries around the world becomes more similar than they used to be. What are the reasons for this trend? Is it positive or negative? Hey Liz! How do I answer a double question essay

You would give a direct answer in your thesis statement in the introduction to both questions. Then, each body paragraph would tackle one question with a clear main point and explanation. Always remember to keep the organisation of your essay very logical for a high score.

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Hello Liz, Thank you so much for providing us with a treasure store for IELTS preparation materials. I tried to pay for some e-books from the website, but it didn’t work. I have booked my exam on November 19, so I thought it would be beneficial to buy those books.

Could you please guide me?

All the payments at the moment for my advanced lessons and e-books go through paypal. Some countries can’t use paypal unfortunately, but you can always ask a friend to make the payments for you. If you use paypal, but you struggle to make a payment, check your paypal settings – you might need to ensure that they are set to allow for international payments. To purchase something, go to my store, click on the item you wish to purchase (CLICK HERE) and then click (BUY NOW). Contact me if you continue to have problems: [email protected] and this is a link to my online store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

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DEAR LIZ Where can we get information of updated writing topics of september and october 2023

The writing topics and questions are changed with each test – there is not one set of topics for certain months.

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I just went for the exam last week. Academic sample October 2023 Writing task 1- table on male and female of 6 different sectors for 3 different period. Writing task 2 – more people are moving into mega-cities: with 20 billion population, is this a negative or positive development?

For task 1 – I panicked and could not summarized as well I would normally do. For task 2 – completed but locked out no time to check.

I got my score for my compute based and got 6.5 for writing, i need to re sit for writing alone. Feeling demotivated,

Sorry to hear of your struggle. Tables can be challenging because there is so much information in them. You need to spend a lot of time just looking at tables and writing overviews. Once you have mastered the overview, you then need to look at lots of tables and simply decide what information to group together in which body paragraphs. It’s all about learning to select information. For writing task 2, planning should only take 5 mins and the introduction should be written very quickly because all introductions are similar – paraphrase and then state your position/main points. Only the body paragraphs take time to write, but you can only succeed in the body paragraphs if you have done enough planning before you start writing. All your sentences (information for each sentence) should have been planned before you start writing. Think carefully about how you prepare. You need to develop skills and strategies for both task 1 and task 2. I’m sure you can nail this. Just see it as another challenge that you will succeed in. Never let your emotions deter you. Your brain is a powerful tool and I have faith in you!! Good luck next time!!

Thank you Liz, will try again and re-sit soon with this strategies in mind.

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hi mam, i am Nitharshini from srilanka. i am going to write exam coming December. so can you tell what are the topics expecting? please tell some tips and technic for eassy writing

The essay topics vary with each test. They are not seasonal. So, just stick with all the topics above and my 100 essay questions which cover a large range of topics that appear most years and can easily appear this year and next year: https://ieltsliz.com/100-ielts-essay-questions/

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People’s shopping habits depend more on the age group that they belong to then other factors. To what extent do you agree or disagree? I was asked this on my test yesterday. Good luck for your exam!

It’s an interesting essay question. Thanks for sharing. Hope your test went well 🙂

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Hi, Liz! Voraciously consuming your page in preparation for my 2nd attempt. Thank you for the easy-to-follow IELTS content. Indeed, very helpful! Would like to share the question I got last week on Task 2:

Nowadays public transport prices are rapidly increasing. Why do you think it is happening? How can this problem be solved?

For the first question, it does require an opinion, right? I mistook the question as only asking for causes and solutions and failed to express/give my opinion. In retrospect, I regretted not analyzing the question very carefully before answering. Hoping to get my desired band next time.

Your task asks you for causes and solutions. You could easily say “I think the main reason that X is happening is because …” or you could write “The main reason X is happening is because …”. Both are fine. In this case it doesn’t matter. You’ve chosen your ideas and presented them. The problem with IELTS essays only comes when you are asked to choose and to present a clear position, but you fail to give any position at all. Failure to choose when you are asked to choose is the problem. So, don’t worry with cause solution essays – present them as you wish.

Thank you, Liz! I reviewed your tips carefully and focused on writing task 2 essays for a week before trying out again. From 6.5 on my 1st attempt to 7.5 on my next. The next topic I got was about children’s freedom nowadays, whether it is a positive or negative development. Thank you very much! I will keep recommending your page to my friends who will take IELTS.

I pray that just as we’ve claimed victory over IELTS, you will emerge victorious in your fight against your disease. May God heal you and bless you!

Great to hear your news!! It’s wonderful to see someone push their writing score up like that. Very well done 🙂 And thanks for your support in my fight to win my health back – much appreciated.

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Hello Liz , Thank you so much for sharing the new topic for IELTS. Hope , it Will help us. Get well Soon.

Glad it’s useful. Thanks 🙂

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Hey liz, my task 2 qn was: constructing bigger roads may help to prevent traffic problems. what is your opinion?

May i know what type of qn is this..i approached this as agree/ disagree type. In my answer i made it clear that even though i consider constructing bigger roads help to tackle the issue , people should be encouraged to use public transport. Is this the correct strategy.

unfortunately, my writing score decreased from 7 to 6.5 this time. I don’t know the reason but i was sure that i wrote it better than my 1st attempt by following most of your suggestions.

It is an Opinion Essay. An opinion essay is the same as an agree disagree essay. Don’t get confused by the way teachers name essays. An opinion essay is one where IELTS present you with an opinion such as “some people think that constructing bigger roads may help to prevent traffic problems”. Your task is to decide if you agree, disagree or partially agree with the opinion given. You might have your own specific opinion. If you partially agree as you did, you would have one paragraph explaining the benefits of constructing bigger roads. Then you would have another paragraph explaining that bigger roads is only one solution and more public transport is needed as well. Both ideas would need a separate paragraph and full explanation. IELTS essays are not just about what ideas you have, they are also about how you present them, how you connect them and how you explain them. Another possible issue with your essay is your choice of ideas. If bigger roads will reduce traffic congestion, encouraging people to use public transport probably isn’t of vital importance because you no longer have congestion. This doesn’t mean you can’t use this idea, but it does mean you need to address this. Having ideas isn’t enough for a high score. You need to think your ideas through and address them in a way that makes sense. So, you might want to address the point that even widening roads won’t be effective enough and needs to be in conjunction with improving public transport, and encouraging people to use it. The higher the band score, the more you have properly thought through your ideas. I’ll post a model answer for this essay shortly so you can compare it to your own. And don’t forget that your overall writing score also includes task 1 which is one of the main reasons people struggle to push their score above band 7. Many people think that because task 1 is only 33% of their marks, they won’t focus on it. But 33% can actually have a huge effect on your overall score.

Huge thanks Liz for your reply and effort to put a model answer for the qn.

I got a letter qn asking to address the manager of the company to tell him about the how the employees felt about the foreign language course given by the company to them. Also asked to request for more such classes and suggest the available time to join them. In a rush i concluded it with the designation yours sincerely (bcz my salutation was Dear Mr, Robert Peterson). I thought that i addressed the manager by name then it could be considered as an informal letter. Should i have written yours faithfully instead? I worry it might affected my band score bcz i have framed my essay structure as that you have stated above.

You used the correct sign off. We use “Yours sincerely” when we know the name of the person we are writing to, for example “Dear Mr Smith”. We use “Yours faithfully” when we don’t know they name and in which case we might start “Dear Sir”. An informal letter is usually to a friend. We might start “Dear John” or “Hi John” and sign off “All the best” or “Take care” – something friendly and informal. Just because you knew the manager’s name “Mr Robert” does not mean it is informal. He is your manager, not your friend. It is a work related letter, not a letter related to a social party. So, relax, you did it right. Here’s a link for others to my essential tips for letter writing for IELTS General Training Writing Task 1: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-letter-writing-essential-tips/ Good luck with your results!

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Extremely I’m grateful to you.I hope i’ld be able to get my desired band score in the next attempt.

Really praying for your health and happiness. Be blessed ❤️

I’m really pleased for you. Well done 🙂

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Madam,You are the best mentor i have ever seen Despite being ill ,you are keen on helping students .I appreciate your dedication and mentor .Get well soon.Love from India 🇮🇳.

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You’re welcome 🙂

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Dear Liz Today I had IELTS general training test, so I would like to share topic of writing task 2 for your useful website, if possible please post a sample answer for the below topic

Fast food is a part of life in many place. Some people think this has bad effects in lifestyle and diet. Do you agree or disagree?

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Hi Liz, Thank you for the topics and the outline. You really make writing task 2 seem easy.

Thanks for sharing 🙂 Hope your test went well 🙂

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Just now wrote this; please liz guide me on this. As I am going have my GT Ielts on coming weekend, InshAllah. Many modern societies have normalized the concept of fast food. Mostly, people eat fast food as their routine diet. In this essay I will write my view point regarding negative impact of fast food in lifestyle and diet.

I strongly believe that fast food is a reason of bad eating habit. As it is instantly ordered or cooked food with unmeasurable quantity of unhealthy ingredients, people usually don’t need to hustle or think before eating. This results in nonserious behavior towards the healthy eating style.

Secondly, fast food also influences the unwell way of living. For instant, if an irregular food is being eaten on a frequent basis will consequently result in illness and suffering. Therefore, people tend to end up in hospitals and so their lifestyle gets disturbed and miserable.

On the contrast, many people argue that fast food is good and easy to eat. They think like eating fast food is a part of modern era and brings them a social status. As far as I am concerned, I think they are unaware that this easiness and modernization will ultimately cause them illness and laziness. Because, they have become so much habitual of eating such type of edibles that they cannot think or realize further.

In conclusion, fast food makes a person unhealthy and ruins their lifestyle. In a way that people start to possess wrong eating choices and start to have health conditions after eating swiftly made food. In my opinion awareness of balanced diet should be encouraged across the globe.

Please review all my free lessons and tips for writing task 2 on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ . If you need training in each type of essay, get my advanced lessons which you can find in my online store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . Make sure you aim for between 270-290 words more or less. Try not to write such short essays and please review your paragraphing and linking words.

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Are these the ways that Essays are sent in IELTS exams ,the bullet points under the main topic are we to use them to develop points that is paraphrasing them?

These are essay topics, not questions. If you go to the links I provided to the 100 essay questions, you’ll see examples of questions for most topics. Essay questions are great to practice with at home: https://ieltsliz.com/100-ielts-essay-questions/ . But you can’t possibly practice so many essay questions in full. Instead, you practice with as many questions as you can and the rest you tackle as just topics by preparing useful ideas you can use. Above, I have provided some of the new topics that have appeared in the test this year and provided you with ideas you can use in your essays. You will adapt those ideas depending on how the essay question is rephrased and depending on the task given. As I explained on the page, IELTS like to change the task and change the wording which is why your preparation needs to be flexible. If you wish to see model essays for different types of tasks for writing task 2, see this page for model essays and more tips: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

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Hi liz , can we write “a survey conducted by the department the UK depicted that 45 % of people fo not respect their elders ” in task 2 of writing module

The examiner has no interest in data or numbers in writing task 2 essays and no interest in studies or research. None of that will boost your score. Instead, explain your points and illustrate them using a range of good language: “the majority of younger people nowadays seem to lack respect for their elders compared to previous generations”. “the majority” is better English than “75%”. Alternatively, “almost half of all young people” is better English than “45%”. Writing task 1 is about data in the academic test, but task 2 is not. Also expand your sentence by adding comparatives to previous generations to show the examiner more language skills.

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thank you so much dear

Grateful to you 🙏 appreciate your efforts 😊 bless you dear ❣️

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Hello, Thank you for your lesson. I would like to learn the vocabulary that you published (very useful material, for me) concerning crimes, punishments, etc .. but the page is protected. If it’s possible, please, to give me the permission to copy that page? For free or with a paiement? Thank you very much for your answer! Best regards, Andreia ,

Sorry, my website doesn’t allow coping. The act of making notes is part of language learning. The more you use the language both in writing and speaking, the quicker you will learn it.

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Thank you very much mam . Your lessons have inspired and encouraged me to take the IELTS test . But I have a problem, I can’t really figure out how to create a link in task 2 general writing.

I don’t understand what you mean by create a link. Do you mean using linking words? You can find linking words for task 2 on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/linking-words-for-writing/

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Such a wonderful topics, thank you so much dear Liz

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I got my IELTS GT score today, and I wanted to thank you. I am so grateful for your website. While I had practiced Listening and Reading tests before, I ended up havinvg barely 1 day to prepare for the Writing (including familiarising myself with the format for GT) and Speaking owing to my sudden work demands. Your platform was instrumental in supporting me, especially with the Writing. During Speaking, I became a tad nervous, and I thought that had messed up, but that was just the post-exam fear.

My IELTS GT result: Overall 8.5 (L8.5, R8.5, W8.0 and S8.5). I had taken IELTS Academic back in 2019 but my Writing and Speaking bands back then were lower (Overall 8 with L9, D9, W7 and S7.5).

I currently reside in Australia, and I wanted to add the topics I had in my writing in case they may help someone else. – Task 1 was a formal letter to a teacher asking for reference. Prompts included why I’m writing to this particular teacher, the details of the job and why I think I’m fit for the role. -Task 2 was a two-question essay. It suggested that nowadays different generations in a family spend less time doing activities together. What is/are the reason(s)? Is this a positive or negative development?

Your tips on introduction paragraph writing and paragraph structuring helped me immensely. I established technology as the reason and took my stance on this gap causing a negative impact. In paragraph 1, I talked about how technology causes this from the older generations perspective. In paragraph 2, I used smart phones and social media as the technology advancements to suggest how gaps arise from the younger generations’ side. In paragraph 3, I establish how it negatively affects the development families and the community as a whole. Finished it up with the conclusion starting with “to conclude” just like you’ve recommended. If I hadn’t watched your content, I would’ve tried to be unnecessarily fancy, and lost points.

Again, I am truly grateful for your website, and all the work you’ve put into it.

Great results!! And I’m so pleased to see how you’ve improved. I’m glad you kept your essay focused – this is what IELTS writing task 2 is all about – focused and relevant sentences, each one serving a purpose. Thanks for sharing your writing tasks, it’s always useful to keep up-to-date. Wishing you all the best in your future 🙂

Hi Akash , I’m about to take my IELTS GT test please it would be of great help to me if you could help me with some questions and guidance

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Thank you Liz,ur teachings are more easier and understandable 🙏

I’m glad it’s all useful 🙂

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it seems that these topics do not have the task

Tasks can be altered in the same way that essay questions can be recorded. Don’t expect questions and task to appear the same in the test. This is the reason you need to prepare ideas for topics which you then adapt to the question and task.

Thank you mam for helping us ,from my bottom of heart your lessons give me more confidence to prepare my ielts exam…

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welcome back Liz. Hope you are feeling much better now. Happy to see you back again. waiting for more videos . ❤️❤️😍

Thanks. I’m still struggling but I’m going to try and post up posts more regularly if possible. Fingers crossed 🙂 It’ll take me longer to make videos though.

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Thank you very much Liz. for those topics. I hope you are fine and strong again.

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Thank you Liz,this email is so helpful.

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Hi Liz , could you make video on music , history and comedy movie topics for IELTS speaking test ( part 2) ? How to tackle these topics ? Thanks Shazia

Sure, I’ll add them to my list of videos to make but as I’m still sick, it’ll be a while before I can make videos again. I do intend to get back to video making whenever I can.

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Hi liz, Am very happy to be one of your student.May God bless you and your family for the good heart.Thanks Thanks

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Much appreciated Liz. Your ideas are really helpful in opening up one’s mind

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Madam you are hope and inspiration of many of us.

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