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IELTS Model Essays

On this page you can find all the IELTS Writing Task 2 Essays I have written in response to official tasks. These essays would achieve Band 8 or Band 9 in the IELTS Writing Test.

Use these model essays as examples of what writing is like at Band 8 and Band 9. My responses are ONLY ONE WAY of responding to the task – there are countless different ways of writing these essays. I hope you find them useful.

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10 steps to writing high-scoring IELTS essays

Whether you take the general training or academic IELTS test, the second writing task is writing an essay in response to a problem or argument. Here are 10 easy steps, with lots of tips, to guide you on how to write high-scoring essays.

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How is the ielts essay component marked.

Fairness and accuracy are critically important when marking IELTS writing tasks . Your essay will be marked by at least two experienced IELTS examiners on the following criteria:

Task response - Whether you answered the question fully and supported your answer well.

Coherence and cohesion - How well you linked your ideas together.

Lexical resource - Whether you used a wide range of vocabulary correctly and appropriately.

Grammatical range and accuracy - How many grammatical structures you used accurately and appropriately.

Each of these criteria is worth 25% of your total score for the essay writing task. Both of your writing tasks are used to calculate your overall writing band score.

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How to write high-scoring essays in 10 easy steps, step one: plan your time.

The Writing test (consisting of Writing tasks 1 and 2) takes approximately 60 minutes. Plan to spend around 20 minutes on your first task, and 40 minutes on your essay task. A sample plan for your time might be:

5 to 10 minutes reading the essay question and planning your answer

15 to 20 minutes writing your first draft

10 minutes proofreading and editing your essay

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Step two: read the question.

While you may be anxious to jump straight into writing, make sure you take the time to carefully read the essay question. If you misunderstand the question, you risk writing an essay that does not address the issues properly which will lower your score.

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Step three: highlight the issues to address.

There will be multiple issues that you will need to address in your essay. Addressing each issue individually is key to achieving a high essay score. Highlight each individual issue that you will need to address.

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Step four: outline your response.

Create an outline of how you will respond to the issues in your essay. This will serve as your ‘blueprint’ when you write your first draft. As a general rule your essay should have:

An introduction stating what you will talk about

Two or three body paragraphs , each addressing one issue or idea

A conclusion summing up what was discussed in the essay

Make sure you note which idea or issue you will address in each paragraph. Check that the issues you highlighted are all accounted for in your outline.

Step five: Expand on your ideas

Write some notes about any key points or ideas you’d like to include in each paragraph. When you’re writing your first draft, these notes will help to make sure you don’t forget any ideas you want to include.

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Step six: plan how you will connect your ideas.

Connecting your ideas clearly and correctly is critical to achieving a high essay score. Try to use a range of linking words to make your essay easy to read. You can use connecting devices and phrases to:

List connected ideas

‘Firstly, secondly, thirdly’

‘Furthermore’

Provide more information

Compare ideas.

‘On the other hand’

‘Alternatively’

Don’t fall into the trap of trying to put a linking word in every sentence. Essays will score higher when the writer uses linking words only where necessary and appropriate.

Step seven: Write your first draft

Now that you’ve planned your essay, it’s time to write your first draft. Follow the outline you’ve created and expand on the notes and ideas you included there.

Avoid informal language unless it is appropriate.

Avoid spelling and grammatical errors where possible.

Use a mix of sentence structures such as simple sentences, complex sentences and compound sentences.

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Step eight: proofread your essay.

When you have completed the first draft of your essay, it’s important to proofread it. Read your essay from start to finish.

You can read it silently, but it may help to read it out loud if you can do so without disturbing others. Make a mental note or mark your paper anywhere that you may need to fix an issue.

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Step nine: edit your essay.

Carefully go through the issues you noted while proofreading. Edit or rewrite these until they look and sound correct. Examples of issues and how to edit them may include:

The sentence is too long. A sentence is probably too long if you need to take a breath in the middle of reading it. Try splitting this up into smaller sentences.

A sentence sounds strange when you read it out loud. Try using different words or punctuation until it sounds right. It may need to be connected to another sentence.

The same word appears many times. Think about any other words you could use instead.

There is more than one main idea in each paragraph. Move any unrelated sentences to the correct paragraph. Each paragraph should address one issue only.

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Step ten: proofread your essay again.

After your edits and before submitting your essay , give it one final proofread. Make sure you have:

Included all the points you highlighted in step three

Followed your outline from step four

Used good connecting words from step six

Fixed any errors or issues in step nine

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IELTS Essays: Five Types of IELTS Essays

There are 5 types of IELTS essays which can appear in IELTS writing task 2. These types of essays are for both GT and Academic writing task 2. Below you will find sample essay questions for each type of essay and links to model answers.

Please note that IELTS teachers sometimes divide essays into different categories based on how they teach. This means IELTS and teachers give essays different names and categorise them differently.

1) IELTS Opinion Essay

This type of essay is where you are presented with someone else’s opinion and you are asked if you agree or disagree with it. The opinion is often flawed or extreme in its views. Some teachers call this the Argumentative Essay. The instructions can be written in a number of ways. Below are a few examples:

Do you agree or disagree?
Do you agree?
What do you think?
To what extent do you agree?
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
What is your opinion?

No matter how the instructions are written, you can take any position you want: agree, disagree or partial agreement (balanced view). Below is an example essay question:

Some people think that only electric cars should be allowed on the road by 2040. Do you agree?

IELTS will not tell you which type of essay you are given. You must identify the essay type yourself by looking at the instructions and the task given.
The biggest mistake for an opinion essay is not giving a clear opinion. Writing “this essay will show that…” does not express your own opinion. Your opinion must be clear and remain the same opinion throughout the entire essay.
Another problem is when people sit on the fence without any clear opinion. A balanced view does not mean you agree with both sides fully. You can’t turn an opinion essay into a discussion essay.

2) IELTS Discussion Essay

This type of essay presents you with a statement and you must present the two sides. This might be two sides of the same issue:

Some people think there should be free health care for all people, but others disagree. Discuss both sides.

Or it might be two separate issues which you need to discuss:

Some people think that urban spaces should be used for parks rather than for housing . Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

3) IELTS Advantage Disadvantage Essays

There are two types of questions in this category.

i) Advantage and Disadvantage Essay

This is similar to a discussion essay where you are given a statement must present the positive and negative side of the issue:

Some people think it is good for students to take a gap year before going to university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of doing so?

ii) Outweigh Essay

This is by far the most difficult of the two essay types in this category. It requires you to present an opinion and explain your opinion.

Some people think the world will eventually have only one language. Do you think the advantages of having one global language outweigh the disadvantages?

4) IELTS Solution Essays

There are a number of types of possible questions in this category:

i) Solution Only Essay

Some children have serious weight problems. What are the possible solutions?

ii) Cause Solution Essay

Children in rural areas are being left behind in their academic development. Why is this is the case? What solutions can you suggest?

iii) Problem Solution Essay

More and more people are moving to cities to look for work. What problems does this cause? What are the possible solutions?

iv) Cause Effect Essay

More and more people are moving from the countryside to cities. Why is this? What problems does it cause?

5) Direct Questions Essays

Some teachers call these the Double Question Essays or Two Question Essays. However, these types of essay questions might contain one, two or three questions for you to answer. Below are some examples.

Pollution around the world is becoming a serious problem. Do you think this is a problem that should be solved internationally or on a local level?

In the question above, you are asked one specific question. Your whole essay must tackle this question only.

More and more people are choosing to work from home. Is this a positive or negative development?

This essay question has just one issue and one question. You must explain what type of development you think working from home is.

Some people spend a lot of money on weddings. Why do they do this? Do you think it is good to spend a lot of money on weddings?

Above, you will see you have been presented with two questions to answer: reasons and opinion (evaluating if it is good or not.)

News editors decide what to print in newspapers and what to broadcast on TV. What factors do you think influence these decisions? Do we become used to bad news? Would it be better if more news was reported?

It is not common to be given three questions. However, it has appeared in the test before so I’ve included it in this list.

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You can find over 100 essay questions to practice on this page: 100 IELTS Essay Questions . The questions are divided first into topics and then into essay types. This way you can get lots of practice before your actual test day.

Model Essays & Tips

You can find model essays for each type of IELTS writing task 2 on this page: IELTS Writing Task 2 Model Essays & Tips . You’ll also find tips for essay structure, paragraphing, linking words etc. Everything on this website is free for you to use.

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I faces the problem about the structure. Some teachers (including Ieltsadvantage) that in advantages/disadvantages, problems/solutions we should write 2 ideas in each paragraphs, because task asks list them in a plural form. However, I think 40 minutes is not enough to reveal totally 4 ideas in an essay. Please, what If I write only by 1 ideas in each body part? Will it impact my score in criteria Task response?

You need to be careful of teachers who give you black and white rules for IELTS essays. Such a rule does not exist in the marking criteria. Yes, the instructions mention plurals, but if you have only one main advantage, that is fine. A body paragraph with two advantages can hit the same band score as a body paragraph with only one advantage. So, if you can only think of one advantage, you can still get a band score 9 as long as it is well developed and each sentence is highly focused.

Thanks a lot for your reply.

However, I’m still worried about it. Are there exact statements from IELTS examiners? Because it sounds logically. If the task asks in a plural form, writing only one will not cover all the task and may affect my score in first criteria.

How to be with that? Have u faced with essays which got 8-9, writing only 1 ideas in each paragraph?

IELTS cannot penalise a person because that person knows of only one advantage and not two advantages. This does not exist in the marking criteria for Task Response. Ideas are marked, not on quantity or number of ideas, but on how relevant the ideas are and how well developed an idea is. Having just one relevant advantage in a paragraph allows for that idea to be well developed. Having two relevant advantages also allows for enough development for a high score. Having three advantages does not allow for sufficient development. Yes, it is entirely possible to get band 9 with only one main advantage.

Hi Liz, I have a question about the Discussion Type of essay. should I discuss both sides in a third-person perspective, or in a first-person perspective? Moreover, can I show my attitude when discussing both sides or can I just talk about them neutrally and give my opinion in a separate paragraph? Thanks a lot!

The discussion essay is about other people’s views. You discuss both of these views. You are usually also asked to give your opinion so you should state which side you agree with or if you have a sightly different, specific view of your own. You can find model essays and tips for free on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ If you need detailed training for each type of IELTS essay, see my advanced lessons: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Thanks a lot, Liz. I got it! So I can write ‘some people believe…’ since I’m discussing other people’s views. But I also need to write something like ‘I think…’ to show my point of view. Is that correct?

Exactly. Go and see the model essay so you can understand further.

Ok! Thanks a lot Liz! I read the model essay about education or skills, that’s really helpful!

Hello Liz, For direct question essays like “Pollution around the world is becoming a serious problem. Do you think this is a problem that should be solved internationally or on a local level?” Can I answer these questions by saying “In my opinion, this matter should addressed equally on both the international level and local levels” And then I can write 1 paragraph where locals can take responsibility for cleaning, recycling, etc. 2nd paragraph for reducing car use, stopping deforestation, etc.

This is asking you to have an opinion rather than discuss both sides equally. If you wish for a more balanced view, it cannot involve sitting on the fence. However, you can quantify your opinion. For example, pollution that is global must involve countries working together (meaning it needs international involvement), where as local issues can be solved domestically. All examples of such types of pollution would be given in the body paragraphs. Basically, your thesis statement must be carefully written to avoid sitting on the fence without an opinion.

Ohhhh I got it!! So if i wrote “Pollution is becoming a major global issue. However, while I believe that addressing it on a international level will be beneficial to the environment, I agree it is more important for locals to take the responsibility and care to reduce pollution.” and then like you said I will write more details and examples for both in seperate paragraphs Will this be better?

This is still similar to a discussion essay. A specific view point (balanced view) is when you divide things clearly. For example, in the situation A this side dominates, but in situation B something else dominates. For example, it actually isn’t possible to tackle microplastic in our oceans unless it is on the global scale. So, dividing your view into types of pollution is the key.

Here’s another example of an essay question: parents, not schools, should be responsible for teaching moral ethics to children. Do you agree?

With this Opinion Essay, it is not an opinion to say both parents and schools are important – that’s a discussion essay with both sides equal at all times and in all circumstances. A specific view point would be to say “it depends on the age of the child” – likewise, it depends on the type of pollution in the essay question previously. So, with this example of children and moral ethics, you could say that when children are young, parents have a stronger influence so therefore should be responsible, but when they are older, schools should take the responsibility. A specific view point (balanced view / partial agreement) means you’ve drawn a line in the sand which forms your opinion and your opinion depends on certain things.

If this type of approach is confusing, don’t try it because to get it wrong, don’t help your score. But there are certain essay questions when this approach is really really helpful to have conquered.

Thank you so much, Liz!! I am so grateful for you to help me out like this. So if I wrote “Pollution is becoming a major global issue. In my opinion, this problem should be addressed on an international level but when it comes to smaller issues, locals should take some responsibility to handle it.”

I use this approach a lot because it is easier for me to generate ideas and separate them into paragraphs. I find it scary to just totally agree, it is kind of difficult for me to write towards only one side.

Thank you so much once again.

Your thesis statement leans towards believing that most pollution needs to be solved internationally. When you say “this problem should be addressed internationally”, it means that this is your main belief and local problems present less of an issue. It’s a possible approach but reality doesn’t support it. Instead, it’s about saying “it depends on the type of pollution”. It’s about not choosing to side with one solution or saying one solution is more important, but saying, we need to look at this from a different angle, such as the types of pollution. For example – with pollution types A and B, we need international efforts, but with pollution C and D it needs to be local. Of course, the types of pollution are kept for the body paragraphs.

You could write: In my opinion, whether pollution should be tackled internationally or locally depends on the type of pollution and whether the problem extends beyond borders. (using the words “it depends” allows for you to present a specific view point.)

Of you could write: I believe that certain types of pollution can only be tackled by international cooperation, whereas other issues need to be addressed locally. (saying “certain types of pollution” and “other issues” indicates you plan to be specific about the types in your essay – and your body paragraphs would make it very very clear precisely which issues must have international cooperation and which must be addressed locally instead.)

Be careful of saying this is about big or small issues. Some local types of pollution are critical and deadly – they are not small issues. Don’t forget IELTS is a language test, you need to practice being careful with your words and also careful with your ideas. The more awareness of ideas and language you show in your essay, the better your score. But never never take chances – always be cautious to avoid errors.

I totally agree that taking a specific view point can be easier when it comes to unique ideas for separate body paragraphs. But the challenge is the way you approach and present those ideas.

Thank you so so so much, Liz!! I actually understand so much better now. I have to read the question properly and understand it. It makes so much sense to tackle it according to the type of pollution.

Just think this way – you’re saying – I’m not going to choose one side only because the reality is that “it depends” – it depends on certain factors, it depends on circumstances, it depends on types, it depends on age, it depends on X and Y … etc. Sorry it took me time to get to the point – it’s evening and I’m pretty tired. But I think you’ve got it 🙂

hi Liz, i couldn’t find the sample answers link, which you have mentioned above. i wanted to know the ans structure for each of these 5 essay types.

I’ve just edited the page above and put a link to model essays. Check the page again and see the link.

Hi Liz, I really hope you can recover completely soon. I just started to read your blog very carefully today. My friend, who used to be a former IELTS examiner, highly recommended your blog to me. I have taken IELTS three times. 7.5 for both GT and A. However, my writing stayed at 6.5 without improvements. I want to ask whether I should find a writing teacher to coach me hand in hand. I will have my next exam on Nov. 3. I do hope to reach 7 as this time it will be very critical for me. Thank you and look forward to your reply.

There are a number of reasons why people don’t hit band score 7 in writing: 1) Task Response – people don’t tackle the issue precisely and extremely directly. Instead they add extra details and extra sentences that aren’t really required, thus lowering their score. 2) Task Response – their topic sentences are not well written which means the rest of the body paragraph also lacks focus. 3) Task Response – they haven’t fully understood the issue given. 4) Grammar – they aim for complex sentences which are actually not fully controlled and contain errors. This is usually because they aim to impress rather than aim for accuracy. Avoiding errors as much as possible is key for band 7. 5) Vocabulary – they try to paraphrase at times when they shouldn’t and this leads to poor word choice which lowers their score. 6) Their body paragraphs do not contain unique points and supporting points over lap from one body paragraph to another – Coherence & Cohesion 7) They fail to give a direct opinion when asked or they sit on the fence – Task Response 8) They write a limited overview in task 1 instead of a full overview with plenty of key features – Task Achievement 9) They spread key features in body paragraphs and overview which lowers their score – Task Achievement and Coherence & Cohesion 10) Their body paragraphs are confusing and information jumps about – Coherence & Cohesion 11) They lack data to support their statements in the body paragraphs – Task Response

Those are some of the key reasons for not hitting band 7 in writing. As you see, Task Response in the task 2 essay is one of the main reasons. With language, it is mainly poor choices and lack of control. And the other really key reason is task 1 – people often forget that although task 1 is 33% of their marks, those marks can often make a difference between band 6 and band 7.

One other reason I didn’t mention for not getting band 7 is that each time people fail to hit their band 7, they make their writing more and more complicated thinking this is the way to improve their score, when in fact they are going in the totally wrong direction and getting worse. Before you spend money on a teacher, I would first recommend that you review my model essays on this website, which are all free: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ . See the simplicity of how the essays are structured, see how clear the ideas are presented, see the equal development of each body paragraph – see how similar all model essays are – this is because that is the right way to write an IELTS essay. If you can learn simplicity of writing with clear structure, clear ideas and controlled language – you will improve. That page also contains loads of extra tips which are essential for a high score.

Certainly, you could find a teacher and review your approach with them. Make sure whatever feedback they give you is not just a repetition of the band score descriptions, but advice based on your own writing. Try learning about the band scores and marking for yourself first so that you can judge how good the teacher is: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2-band-scores-5-to-8/ . And make sure the teacher is not trying to sell you special techniques that promise a good score, but instead help you bring your writing back under control with clear explanations relating to the marking criteria.

I also have advanced writing task 2 lessons in my store which might help: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . They take you step by step through each paragraph. An IELTS essay isn’t complex, it is other people who make them overly complex thus reducing their score. If you are worried about your grammar, there is a grammar e-book which takes you through complex language and specific grammar features to get that higher score. It also reviews key grammar points like articles, prepositions, word order etc. That might help as well.

But start with my free materials first because you might find that those are enough to clear your mind and review your approach. This is the page for task 1: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/ . Again, see how clear each model answer is and the general content, length etc.

hi liz, in this postive negatives development essay…can we write both type of developments?? is it okay to write it like… in my opinion there are certain postive as well as negative aspects of this development. can we write this…please answer

It is important that you do give your opinion. You are being asked “A or B?” – positive or negative. When you are asked to choose, it is your opinion that you express. You can’t sit on the fence. If some aspects of the issue are positive and other aspects are negative, you must be specific about that in your thesis statement. You can vaguely say it is both negative and positive.

Hello, I’m gonna take up IELTS test in about 10 days. Firstly I thank you for helping me a lot through your work. In the outweigh essay, should I show contrast between why this is advantageous than the other and then present my opinion which means 2 body paragraphs Or else one body paragraph as advantages and second body paragraph as disadvantages and 3rd body paragraph as why advantages outperform the disadvantages and my opinion. Finally conclusion. Kindly help me with this

When you show which is more than the other, that is your opinion. Your opinion isn’t something different. When you say “I believe X is more than Y” you are expressing your opinion. See this page to review all my free model essays: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ and if you need training to understand in depth, get my advanced lesson in my store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Hi!!!! I’m gonna write my ielts test withing 10 days. Firstly I would like to thank you for your enormous support as I’ve learnt a lot from this website. So if the ielts writing question is like this – Discuss both sides and give your opinion. Should I write it with 3 body paragraphs like discussion on 1 side and then the other side and finally my opinion followed by conclusion. Or 1 body paragraph with both the sides and the next body paragraph with my opinion. Kindly help me with this

It depends if your opinion is the same as one of the sides given. If your opinion is the same, you can’t have a separate paragraph because you would be repeating the same points of agreement. So, in that case, just express that this is the part you also agree with. If your opinion is specific and doesn’t fully agree with either side, then you must have your own body paragraph to explain your opinion. Good luck in your test! If you struggle with any other writing, see my advanced lessons in my store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

hi liz, i am taking the ielts next month, so i sincerely hope u can answer my question soon. What about tasks that asks u to give both reasons and opinions? For example, “Research say fewer consumers are influenced by adverts nowadays. Why is this the case? Do you believe this to be a positive or negative development?” So what should be my approach to this question type? Should i focus on detaling the causes and state my opinion briefly at the end or should i dedicate one paragraph to each question?

As you see, your task contains two questions. You can’t decide that one question is more important than the other. They are both equally important. You must have a body paragraph that states the causes and you must have a body paragraph that explains why you think it might be more positive and less negative or more negative and less positive. Always approach IELTS in a logical manner.

Hi Liz, I will take the test very soon but have some doubts regarding the Reading and Listening section. If in these sections, I write the wrong noun form, will my score be reduced? Suppose the answer is ‘bag’ but I have written ‘bags’, is it wrong?

And also, if the answer is ‘not relevant’ but I have written ‘irrelevant’, will it be wrong?

Either your answer is 100% correct or it is wrong. If you write a singular noun but the answer is plural, your answer is wrong. You also can’t paraphrase answers. The answer must be written precisely as you hear it in the listening test or see it in the reading passage.

Hello, Liz! I wonder can we hold a neutral view in “positive or negative” essays? I’ve found some questions that we really can have a balanced opinion online, so at this point what should I do?

The biggest problem people have is understanding the words “balanced view”. A balanced view is definitely NOT neutral. Not at all. If you take a neutral position for an opinion essay you will fail on Task Response and get a low score. A balanced view means you don’t have an extreme view, such as fully agree or fully disagree. It is more like a partial agreement, where there are aspects you are agreeing with, but not fully. Or it is a specific view point that is unique to you. But it not neutral. You must have a very clear opinion every time you are asked to give an opinion or to choose. See my advanced lessons if you struggle with it: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Thank you, Liz, but I’m afraid I didn’t make it very clear, I just wonder could we say both “negatives” and “positives” in such an essay? As in your model you just mentioned the positivities or negativities if I don’t make it wrong.

I’m sorry. I understand you. Yes, giving both positives and negatives is possible but not by sitting on the fence. You must still present them within your opinion. If you think the positives are more important then you make sure that is clear in your body paragraph and in that case you will also believe that the negatives, whilst existing, are less important – you also make that clear as well. Does that help? Let me know if I’ve miss understood your point.

Yeah, that’s very clear to me. Thank you again for your patience, Liz! That’s totally reasonable to me now!

Hello Liz, I just saw my test results and wanted to tell you about the questions they asked me here in Australia.

In Task 1 of the writing section, they presented a table and a graph. The main topic was the number of internet searches made between 2004 and 2010. The table showed the total searches in 2004 in billions and the number of searches in 2010, also in billions. It was a line graph where the vertical axis showed the percentage and the horizontal axis showed the years (moths with years). The lines represented the different search engines like Google, Yahoo, and two others that I can’t remember.

Regarding Task 2, the essay was about the issue of overweight. Some people think it could be solved by increasing the prices of fattening foods, and the question was how much I agreed with this. They asked for examples from personal or close experiences.

Honestly, I didn’t achieve the required score, but still, this is an excellent source for studying, and I will continue using it to achieve the score I need. Thank you so much, Liz!

Thanks for sharing 🙂 Wishing you the best of luck with your target score!!

Hi Liz, I hope you are doing well. I really do not understand what kind of question is it. I think it is an opinion essay but sill have some doubts. Could you please tell me how to solve this kind of questions? “Many countries are experiencing population growth and need more homes. Should these new houses be constructed in existing cities or should new towns be built in the countryside?”

This is a Direct Question Essay with only one question. It is asking you for your opinion about two possible options. Your task is to decide if you think there should be housing rather than new towns or whether you think there should ne new towns instead of housing. You present your view and then explain it.

Thank you so much Mam.

Hii dear liz, First of all thank you very much for providing us such kind of informative content. I have lot of learn things from your videos and written materials. I have an issue in grammer. Could you please give me any idea which would assist me to overcome my grammatical error….please let me know as soon as possible

I understand. Grammar is counts for 25% of your marks in IELTS writing. This is the reason I put together my Grammar E-book for Writing task 2. You can find it in my store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Thank so much Mam

Response to opinion based essay:

Electric cars are progressively replacing non-electric cars by the end of 2040. While it is possible that electric ones will eventually replace the other cars, it is unlikely that they will end up serving the same purpose. This essay will discuss why only few electric cars will be carried out by people.

Electric cars may eventually replace non-electric cars that are not compatible for the environment. Many people think that only electric powered vehicles should be allowed on the road because they emit far less emissions,and less maintenance is required. In China, for example many non-electric motors have been replaced by plug-in vehicles that are more environment friendly and budgeted. For these reasons, cars that can be replaced by electricity will be replaced.

Conversely, there are multiple factors that only electric cars will not be allowed only. Put simply, these factors include affordability and infrastructure development. A necessary framework including charging stations, grid capacity must be required. Without charging stations, drivers may face anxiety and hesitant to switch to electric cars. Additionally, switching completely to electric ones will increase a demand of charging from the grid stations.

It is increasingly likely that powered vehicles will end most non-powered cars. In most of the countries, traveling will be done entirely by electric cars; however, where the money and development are major issues they will always exist. Ultimately, addition of very few electrical cars is valuable but it is not a complete replacement of other cars.

Please get my advanced lessons to learn the correct way to write an IELTS essay: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . Each advanced lesson takes 1 hour for me to explain how to write one type of essay. It isn’t something I can explain in a short message. An IELTS essay has specific requirements which you need to learn about. If I could give you small pointers, I would. But you really need to learn the right way in detail.

dear Liz i am very grateful to u for presenting helpful notes here. they are truly informative. i downloaded your series of grammar book last year and learned quite good topics that i used to find challenging. do you have any grammar notes for IELTS beginners?

Sorry, I don’t have anything for beginners. My Grammar E-book basically covers everything I can thing of. Is there something specific you are interested in? If you let me know, I could plan to create something.

Hlo mam ..I am not able to use proper grammer in task 1 ..and to be honest I don’t know which grammer is to be use in different graphs charts etc could u plz tell me mam..r can u plz tell me the accurate souce where ..would I find ..proper … instructions tht how to or what grammer we should use in task 1..I would be very helpful if u rply…??

I don’t have one page or one lesson which focuses on all aspects of grammar for all types of task 1 writing. I suggest you review all my model answers and make notes on sentence structure, tenses, prepositions, articles, noun phrases, clauses, word order etc etc. Model answers can be used for more than only studying structure or general content. Then review all practice lessons and also pay attention to the grammar being used. There’s a lot of free materials to study: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/

hy liz i want to sample answers of ielts academic writing task 2

Model essays and tips for writing task 2 are found on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

Hello Liz, please I want to be receiving updates to enable me prepare for my IELTS exam.

There are over 300 page of practice lessons, tips, model answers and topics on this website which you should be using now for your IELTS preparation. Go to the HOME page to learn how to use this website. I post new lessons and tips once or twice a month because my website already has so many tips and lessons.

Hello mam, thank you for your great note in this important topic. In concern of how to organize the body of the essay writing I think it is hard to follow the arrangement of the question you gave on the note. Can use each paragraph for each opinion and add an introduction and a conculsion for that to develope my essay writing ?

You can find free model essays, tips etc on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ You can find advanced lessons and e-books in my store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Hi Liz, Do I write and underline my headings for example, do I write an introduction underline, and do the same with other headings?

My second question is do I write an introduction, overview, Paragraphs 1&2, then conclusion for task 2, essay writing?

As you can see from my model essays, no titles or headings are required for your essay. The paragraph format you can find tips for on the main writing task 2 page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ You’ll also find model essays on that page.

Hi Liz, Kindly advise which are the two top essay types that frequently appears on the test day. I am expecting to take IELTS test two weeks from now and think I do not have enough time to practice all 5 question types. In addition, I assume that each question types are not equally tested. Thank you for your kindness.

No matter what people tell you, all the types of essays are possible. Focusing on only two is really taking a risk. You have two weeks before your test which is quite a lot of time to review the five types and ideas for topics as well. If I had to pick two types of essays, it would be the Opinion Essay and the Discussion Essay – but it really could be any type. Here is my advice, get my three advanced lessons for writing task 2, together they will cover three types of essays in three hours all together. This is a link to my store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . For the other two types of essays, review my model essays on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ , also review the linking words, how many paragraphs and other tips as well. Good luck!!

Hello Liz, is it okay to use templates for writing task 2 that is available online some say it decrease our band score while others say it will increase our band scores. I am really confused at the moment.

If you are aiming for a low band score, it’s fine. If you are aiming for a higher band score, it won’t help. The examiners are trained to spot the difference between a templated essay with memorised language in it and an essay that shows your own level of English.

I learnt a lot from Your lessons and only because of You I achieved the score I was aiming for. Honestly, thank You very very much. You are doing a wonderful job.

Best wishes from Lithuania!

I’m glad to hear you got the score you needed. Well done 🙂 Greetings to all in Lithuania!

I just want to ask, in the opinion essay, should we always present both sides? For instance, if the question only asks for our opinion on the matter (no mention of discussing both sides) should we still do it? Alternatively, can we just structure the essay to show our opinion and each paragraph elaborates on reasons why that is our opinion? Will doing it this way (not mentioning both sides) adversely affect our band score? Thank you!

I suggest you get my Advanced Lessons to learn properly. I generally don’t teach how to write an Opinion Essay in a short message. It takes me nearly an hour by video to do this. Here’s a link to my store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/

Thank you so much Liz. This video has been helpful. I have a question.

In Britain, when someone gets old they often go to live in a home with other old people where there are nurses to look after them. Sometimes the government has to pay for this care. Who do you think should pay for this care, the government or the family? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Is this an opinion essay which will follow exactly the structure you just taught or a discussion essay.

This is a Direct Question essay. Please remember that each teacher gives different names for essay types. I call this the Direct Question Essay because you are being given a direct question to answer. It might be one question, two or even three questions. Your whole essay explains your answer.

Hi Liz Do you think this is a positive or negative development? What type of essay is this please?

I’ve just added it to the page above. Take a look.

Hello Liz: I recently came across this essay. My question is what type of essay is this? Do you have any model essays on this type of essay? The essay is: In your view, what is the most important thing for governments to spend money on: education, health, transportation, or something else? Give reasons for your answers and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge.

You said that you “came across” this essay question. Where did you come across it? Did you find it in one of the IELTS Cambridge test books? Only use authentic test questions. If you don’t use proper sources for your IELTS preparation, you will easily get confused about the test and this won’t help your preparation.

Thanks, Liz! This is now clear to me as I came across the question from a ‘model IELTS Essay topics’. published by a local company.

That sounds like the problem. You ought to use the IELTS Cambridge test books which are real test published by IELTS. I have collected over 100 essay questions over the years and they are also safe to use. You can find them linked to the main writing task 2 section of this site: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

Thank you, Liz, for your comments and the link. I wish you good health and happiness!

Hope you are keeping well. I am not able to score more than 6.5 in my writing test. I have scored 8.5 in Listening, Reading & Speaking but writing disappoints every time. Where can I find model answer to evaluate where am I lacking? I have taken 2 computer based tests for far and scheduled 3rd one in 5 days. I need band score 7 in Writing to achieve my target.

You can find some model answers in the main writing task 2 section my website along with other essential tips: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ . I also have paid advanced lessons which might help you understand where you are going wrong. They can be bought in my online store: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . Each lesson focuses on one specific essay type and explains paragraph by paragraph what to do.

Liz, thank you so much for your help. Two weeks ago I took the IELTS exam and surprisingly get 9 in Reading section!

Fantastic!! Well done to you 🙂

Hi Liz,I really need help with opinion essays especially for the part that asks to what extent do you agree or disagree?am I supposed to discuss both sides,thank you

I suggest you get my advanced lessons for the opinion essay: https://elizabethferguson.podia.com/ . It isn’t something that can be taught in a short message.

Your materials and videos have sincerely been helpful. Thank you very much for such a selfless act. My exam is in a week time, I have only 10days to prepare for my IELTS GT. I would give you an update on how it goes. Cheers

Hi Liz! I am preparing for my IELTS and I have found your website very helpful, very precise information is given and it talk to the point. thank you for providing good content. keep up the great work.

reagrds Neha Shah

You’re welcome 🙂

Thanks a lot Liz . Your materials and tutorials helped me a lot in my preparation for my IELTS . Followed your tips and videos for 3 weeks . Able to score 7.5 overall.

Thank you again for the great help you provide.

Wonderful news! Very well done 🙂 It’s a great overall score!

Thank you so much Liz for the work you do. Your videos, website and materials helped me in my preparations. I just got my results, it was a band 8 overall. Have a splendid 2022.

Wonderful !! A great result! Wishing you all the best for 2022 !! 🙂

Hi Liz I’m from Sri Lanka. Thank you for all your guidance. Today I sat for IELTS academic paper. Task 1 was a bar chart, percentage of young people in higher education in for countries in 3 years. Task 2- news has no connection with people’s life so it’s a waste of time to read best from newspaper and watch news program on tv. To which extent do you agree. I hope these will help you. Waru

Hi Liz, I follow all your videos and they are very helpful. I gave my speaking exam last week. But now I think the cue card question was to describe a leisure activity I enjoy and I talked about a leisure activity I am planning to enjoy. I am really worried if it will affect my band score. But my talk was fluent . Can you give me your insights?

It won’t make any difference to your score. As long as your talk is based on the main topic (leisure activity), it’s ok. Your score won’t be negatively impacted in any way at all.

Hi Liz, Im Janet from kenya. thank you for the good work you are doing. im preparing for my exams in 4 weeks time. your content is very helpful and I like the way you explain things. im a slow learner and i find your pace very good for me. Thank you again. keep up the good job.

Good luck with your preparation and test 🙂

Thank you Liz

Hi Liz, hope you are doing well. Liz I have silly question I know but I’m really stuck in this problem and I was wondering if you can help me with this issue.. The problem is writing a topic sentence, you said in advanced lectures that topic sentence should be written carefully because it is kind of more important .. Please can you tell me that among these 2 topic sentences of BP1, which one is okay and looks relevant?

1] Although we are living in prosperous times, with people in many countries enjoying a higher standard of living than ever before, there are still millions of people in the world who are living in poverty.

2] Instead of wasting lots of money on exploration of space, governments ought to focus on local problems such as poverty eradication. There are millions of……

Essay statement; Space exploration is a luxury that we cannot afford. Instead of spending billions of dollars on space programs, governments should use this money to fight global problems such as poverty, disease and climate change. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.

Kind regards

The first step is to underline the key words in the essay question: space exploration, spending billions, fighting global problems (examples). Now make sure your topic sentence covers those aspects. Neither of the topic sentences you have listed really works because, while the second one is obviously more carefully connected to the essay question, it doesn’t leave room for any other paragraph as you are tackling all problems in one paragraph. Also it switches from global problems to local problems which is confusing. However, in terms of which of your sentences connects to the essay question properly, it is the second one. This essay is all about funding for space exploration and whether it is relevant in today’s world or not given all our global problems.

I love your lessons and tips. They are really helpful and you are extraordinarily devoting. Here I have a question about the answer you left under Khola’s comment. What do you mean by “no room left for other paragraphs as you tackled all problems in one paragraph”?

Looking forward to your response.

Sincerely, Ella

It means that if you put all your ideas into one paragraph, you won’t have any more ideas for other paragraphs. By choosing one main focal point for one paragraph, you have the ability to use other ideas for other paragraphs. So many people say “I can’t think of how to make my essay long enough”. The answer is to be more careful about how you use your ideas. First, brainstorm ideas. Then select the best ideas. Then decide carefully which ideas can go into which paragraph. Then pay attention as to whether some ideas should go together or some ideas should be separated into different paragraphs. There is a lot to think about in the planning stage. It is crucial to plan carefully and strategically.

Electric cars are currently being developed by many well-known automotive companies. Many people still question whether electric cars are a feasible replacement for petrol and diesel-fuelled vehicles. In this essay, I will explore the opinions for and against the use of electric cars and their replacement of petrol and diesel-fuelled cars.

On one hand, electric cars are environment friendly. They require no non-renewable energy and are clean to run and maintain on the road. To support this opinion, recent studies show that the use of electric cars helps to curb pollution in urban and rural areas. Clearly, electric cars are one way to tackle ecological concerns and support a ‘greener’ environment.

On the other hand, electric cars are inconvenient to maintain and to dispose of. The driver of an electric vehicle must recharge his car approximately every 100 kms. In addition, the plutonium battery of an electric car is toxic to the environment and must be safely disposed of through expensive means. In brief, scientists are still exploring ways to produce these types of vehicles so that they are easier to manufacture, maintain and use safely.

To sum up, it’s evident that there are both pros and cons of electric vehicles. Despite the expense of development and the inconvenience of recharging electric cars, I still believe strongly that it is well worth the investment to continue research and production of these vehicles. To conclude, we should remain open, supportive to the use of electric cars and to their development in the future.

Recently i sat for IELTS exam, and the GT Writting Task 2 was about transport and they asked “ Do you think it has more advantages or more disadvantage?”

For this would it be option question or Adv/Disadv question? How is the structure for that type?

I wrote both sides and gave my opinion in the conclusion… but not sure if its right… i got 6.5 for writing.

Also, if you can advise how they ask the questions to determine what type of essay it would be so it can easy for us to identify.

Thanks and appreciate all your help.

That is an “outweigh” essay – do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

Hi Liz I have my exam this week and searching for model questions for April 2021. I checked on your site but model essay questions were available till March so if you can recommend me to follow something for latest Also, can you please share me the link for model answers of March Model Essay Questions?

I am eagerly waiting to hear from you.

The model essays are to be used for all years of the test. The topics are often recycled and the techniques for essay writing are 100% the same as always. The test format hasn’t changed and neither has the marking. All pages of this site are 100% relevant to the test today.

I have purchased material from you in 2019 but somehow because of my system crash I could not recover anything. Please can you share the link to access the notes that will be very grateful as I want to reattempt IELTS again. Because of Corona, I was not in my town to connect with you regarding this.

I’ve just resent your access link. Check both your inbox and spam folder.

Hi I booked my test in May 2021 I was just wondering which one is latest book i can refer? I have heard Cambridge books are best but I’m not aware about which version i should go for. Your help would be really appreciated

The IELTS Cambridge books are numbered, at present, from 1 to 15. Number 15 is the most recent and was published in 2020. However, all the books provide useful practice. The general format of the test has not changed. I personally would recommend books from 7 to 15. In July 2021, book 16 will be published.

Hello Liz, this is my first message ever. I would like to thank you for your devotion. Can I start a “ solutions” body in the problem solution essay with “ to get around these problems “ as I found this linking device from the “ new scientist” journal whose translation is seemingly appropriate to that, at least to me.

This means a way to avoid the problem rather that solve the problem. So, it wouldn’t be appropriate for an IELTS essay which asks for solutions. It is better to use: The most effective way to tackle this problem is… X is the way to deal with this issue The answer to solving this problem is ….

Hi Liz, In my exam I got the question of “Are there more advantages or more disadvantages” Is it similar to “Do advantages outweigh disadvantages” ?

Yes, it is 100% the same.

Thanks mam these are quite useful essays.

In the public version of the IELTS writing marking criteria, some linkers are called mechanical and it limit your band score. Some teachers say words like firstly,On one hand,on the other hand are example. I notice you use such words or phrases in ur sample essays. Are they really mechanical? Can you enlighten on what the band descriptors calls mechanical linker

The linkers themselves are not mechanical. All the linking words you have written are suitable for IELTS up to band score 9. The problem is how people use them. It is there use that becomes mechanical. If you have three paragraphs and each one starts with a linking words: Firstly, Secondly, Thirdly, it is similar to a machine that always does the same thing each time. So, to avoid this you must be flexible. So, use all suitable linking words, but use them flexibly. The mechanical use of linking words is typical of a band 6 in Coherence and Cohesion. This means that if you are aiming for band 7 and above, you need to use signposting more flexibly.

Your website and materials helped me a lot in my preparations for my ielts test.

I scored a band 8 overall after about 4 weeks of regular practice.

Thank you Liz for the work you do.

Great news! Very well done 🙂

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The essay writing section of the IELTS Writing Task 2 module can be a difficult task for many IELTS aspirants. Thus, it is vital that you polish your essay writing skills before attempting the IELTS by practicing various model essay topics.

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

You’ll find:

Opinion Essays: Get clear examples on how to present and justify your viewpoint.
Agree/Disagree Essays: Learn how to argue for or against a statement effectively.
Discussion Essays: Discover how to discuss multiple perspectives thoroughly.
Problem-Solution Essays: Find strategies to identify issues and propose solid solutions.
Advantage-Disadvantage Essays: Understand how to weigh pros and cons convincingly.
Two-Part Essays: Explore how to answer two-part questions efficiently.

Each IELTS writing essay topic comes with helpful analysis and links to full-length essays, giving you all the tools you need to improve your writing skills.

How to approach these essays:

Understand the question: Make sure you know what’s being asked before you start writing.
Plan your response: Take a few minutes to organize your thoughts and structure your essay.
Write clearly and coherently: Ensure your essay flows logically from one point to the next.
Support your arguments: Use relevant examples to back up your points.

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9 Tips for IELTS Writing Task 2 (Target BAND 8+)

Opinion Essay

The IELTS Writing Task 2 opinion essay requires you to present and justify your viewpoint on a given topic, often including discussing contrasting opinions. To score well, you must structure your essay coherently, provide clear arguments, and support them with relevant examples. Below are links to IELTS essay questions:

Agree and Disagree Essay

In this category, one opinion of the particular thing is given and you’ll be asked to discuss whether you agree or disagree with that particular opinion. Below are links to IELTS essay questions:

Discussion Essay

In the Discussion essay , there will be two opinions given, you are asked to understand both opinions as you discuss them and give your point of view based on that. Below are links to IELTS essay questions:

Problem and Solution Essay

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

Advantage and Disadvantage Essay

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

Two Part Essay

The IELTS Writing Task 2 two-part essay requires you to answer two distinct questions based on a given topic, often combining a statement with a related inquiry. To succeed, ensure each part is addressed comprehensively, providing clear explanations and relevant examples for both questions. Below are links to sample IELTS essays:

There are certain mistakes that can cause in IELTS writing essay topics that you need to fix. The common mistakes are listed below:

Misinterpreting the Question: Not fully understanding what the essay prompt is asking can lead to off-topic responses.
Lack of Structure: Failing to organize the essay with clear paragraphs and logical progression.
Insufficient Examples: Not providing enough relevant examples to support your arguments.
Repetition: Repeating the same points or vocabulary, can make the essay monotonous.
Grammar and Spelling Errors: Frequent grammatical mistakes and spelling errors can significantly lower your band score.

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We hope this guide to IELTS Writing Task 2 Sample Essays has provided you with the tools and insights needed to improve your essay writing. By examining a variety of essay types and learning from detailed samples, you can develop a stronger understanding of what the examiners are looking for. Avoid common pitfalls, practice regularly, and utilize the tips and strategies shared in this blog. With dedication and the right approach, you’ll be well on your way to achieving your desired band score.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the marking criteria for essay writing?

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

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

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

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Different question types The IELTS writing test is split into the IELTS Academic Writing exam and the IELTS General Writing exam , if you know specifically which type of test you will take you should browse to the specific page on this site. There are separate pages for Part 1 Academic Writing , Part 1 General Writing , and Part 2 (Academic and General versions are the same). Note that I also provide a service to check your IELTS writing .

How the IELTS writing test is graded Your writing test is graded by an ex-examiner and marked from 1-9 in accordance with four key criteria, as follows:

Task Response: this concerns whether you addressed all parts of the topic and answered all parts of the question. It also assesses whether you fully developed the main points of your answer.

Coherence & Cohesion: Coherence refers to your writing being easy to understand and cohesion refers to the way it fits together – such as the quality of your sentence structure, paragraphing, and use of connective devices.

Vocabulary: To score highly you must use higher level words, pay attention to collocation, and also control your word endings (correctly use the right form of a word like don’t use a noun where a verb is needed).

Grammar: To score highly you need to use a variety of sentence types (simple, compound, complex) and also avoid grammatical errors, such as with articles and prepositions and sentence order especially when they make your writing difficult to understand.

Special Note: In some instances errors can count in two categories; for example, many grammatical errors also result in a lower score for coherence. On the positive, it is useful to learn lots of connective devices because they can count for Coherence & Cohesion as well as vocabulary. Part of your self-study should be aimed at efficiently using your time to maximize your grade.

The public version of the IELTS writing test criteria task 1 The public version of the IELTS writing test criteria task 2

Tips Skills and Techniques for the Writing Test To improve your score in the IELTS writing section, you should focus on the following areas:

Understanding the different question types , and responses required, especially for task 1 (diagrams!)
Understanding how the writing test is graded
Planning an answer (I always like to think of 3 main points I will make about the topic)
Learning the best way to structure an answer
Practising writing clearly and cohesively
Improving paraphrasing and parallel constructions (how to score well for vocabulary)
Learning to use Nominalisation (turning verbs into nouns)
Broadening vocabulary (task 1 requires a lot of language related to describing trends and useful words that can be used in many essays)
You must write 150 and 250 words for task 1 and 2…work out how many words you write per line on official IELTS writing paper. writing-answer-sheet-task1-new , writing-answer-sheet-task2-new
You need to do a lot of writing practice and receive feedback from a trained professional about the quality of your writing. You especially need a lot of feedback on the appropriateness of word choices (not only if they are correct – but also if they are natural) and feedback on grammar – one of the best ways to learn is through error analysis – which is a focus on correcting any errors that are frequently occurring.

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Hello Mike, I paid for 10 writing tasks but only sent you one on December 15th 2021.

I have just sent you the second essay today.

Please correct it for me. Thank you Regards, Khanh

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In your feedback, you said that to obtain properties is not correct synonym to describe gain knowledge and experience. How should I write? I thought alternative words, but I couldn’t conceive any good ideas.

“Acquire understanding and expertise.”

I wanna describe declining some rural areas by not acting their functions because more people move to urban. Please tell me effective words and expressions.

For future questions like this its better to send me your essay with questions in it by email. I have to look at the essay to understand your question.

To be honest the whole paragraph is a bit difficult to understand. It seems your point may be that “as youngsters leave, there will be less leadership” ..this is not great as leaders are normally older people. I think it would be better to focus on “creativity and innovation will be lost”

According to many children, it’s hard to focus on or pay attention completely to school. This essay is going to suggest the causes of this state and give suitable solutions to deal with it. We will considered the problem by subjective and objective way. Firstly, the reason is from outside. It can be some noisy from inhabitants ‘s house or events. For example, because of geographic position, in many school, students often hear much more sound of construction’s building. It attract the attention and distract children from learning. Secondly, the lack of knowledge is also a explaination for the distraction. Many teenagers can’t understand what teachers are saying because they have forgotten or ignored any lesson which lead to less logic mindset. Therefore, we need to apply some viable measures to improve this weak point. The school can use the kind of glasses that could separate the noisy with classroom. It can support to take students’s attention to the teacher and subjects. Beside, some blue collar also should change the teach measures to help children to receptive knowledge clearly and feel interested in the lesson. Their study will become ore effective. To conclude, the lack of concentrating is a serious issue which children, the reason can become many sides. Therefore, good glasses and methods can help them to improve it.

Hello I have sent the essay to this email [email protected] but I received an email saying “The recipient server did not accept our requests to connect” and that I should keep trying to resend it.

You should have received your task back now. Please let me know if you did not.

Hello Mike,

I am keen on taking your package for 10 tasks.

Would you mind assessing one essay for me which is posted below? TIA

Looking forward.

While recruiting a new employee, the employer should pay more attention to their personal qualities, rather than qualifications and experience. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion and include relevant examples.

Humans have two major aspects to themselves, i.e Professional and personal. It is argued that, when jobs are in question, employers should value the personal aspect over the professional aspect. I feel that putting either one ahead of another will have its pros and cons. Keeping that in mind, this essay will evaluate both the ends. To begin with, personal traits serve as the building blocks of one’s character and morals. Taking into account the team playing skill and his notion of “each man for everyone”, the job seeker is an excellent prospect. However, imagine a situation where an excellent team player has no knowledge about the basics of the industry or isn’t remotely related to the position he has applied for or vice-versa. Hence, lack of any of the aforementioned aspects will make him nothing but a liability for the other team members. Aditionally, personal traits like honesty and dedication or ability to learn play a critical role to carve an outstanding addition to the team. Although traits like these are like ladders to executive positions in professional world, the real question left unanswered is “are these enough?” What if a person is honest and dedicated but has no or little experience for the job he has applied for? What if he isn’t equipped to handle the pressure this job brings along? While keeping the importance of personal traits in mind, questions like these make me realize the importance of experience. It makes me realize the importance of balance between these two human aspects. To recapitulate from my personal experience, both the aspects of a human life are supposed to work in tandem. Any aspect outweighing the other or disruption the balance required between the two aspects, will not make a great addition to the team. A seeker with right knowledge and right execution skills is battle ready.

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1. You have not answered the question… You need to state the extent you agree or disagree in the introduction and conclusion. I can see that you feel both aspects are important which suggests that you “somewhat agree” or “somewhat disagree” with the statement

2. Don’t use abbreviations like i.e. and you’ve misused it …it means “in other words.”

Hello sir! Today was my test and I took one extra sheet for task 1 and one for task 2.I couldn’t write my name or cndidate number on the extra sheets because time was up and examiner was angry on me that i have told you that put your number.when I started to write time had ended. I was the only one who took the sheet in whole class.Will Ielts conaider my tasks?

did you get your name and id on the paper? if not I would try to talk to the test centre. f you did et these on then there is no problem. The angry person will not be grading you! see my post here about word length: https://www.ieltsanswers.com/ielts-handwriting-tips/

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Dear Mike, Thank you for your timely corrections and feedbacks. Your comments on my tasks were an eye opener. Keep up the good work

Thanks, I am glad you found it useful and I appreciate it that you took the time to comment. Good luck with everything.

It has been great help for candidates

Should we discuss the counter argument statement in 3 paragraph in agree disagree question or just with 2 points of agreement with 2 body para. Thanks

Also, can you give me suggestions about how to prepare for 8

plz tell how can i send u my writings

You can find instructions here: https://www.ieltsanswers.com/writing-correction-ielts.html

I have got to 7, how hard is it to get to 8?

It is tough but achievable if you get your essay structure right and can reduce errors with language.

1. learn the three types of essays that get asked

2. Build up topic specific language

3. Look at lots of model essays

IELTS Writing Samples

One of the most misunderstood aspects of IELTS preparation is how to use IELTS writing samples.

IELTS Writing Sample Answers: How should I use them?

IELTS Writing sample answers are great because they provide a good model for comparing your writing. However, reading lots of them will not make you a better writer.

Think about it this way, how many millions of people watch world-class footballers like Messi and Ronaldo every week? Does it improve their football skills? Maybe if they go and practice what they learned, but not a bit if they do nothing.

To really improve, you have to actively use the Writing Task 2 sample answer below, not passively read them and then expect to magically improve. Follow the plan of action below.

Plan of Action

Read the questions, but DO NOT read the sample answers. Even taking a brief look at the question will influence your answer.
Attempt the answer under exam conditions.
Compare what you have with the sample answer.
Think about the ideas, structure, organisation, vocabulary, and grammar. It is important that you really think deeply about how the author used each of the elements above.
Don’t worry if your answer is very different. There are many different ways to answer a Task 2 question.
Go back and improve your original answer with some of the IELTS Task 2 sample answer elements.

100 Task 2 Sample Questions

If you don’t want IELTS Writing sample answers and want to look at lots of practice questions, here is a list of over 100 of them:

You can find some more sample questions on the official IELTS website and the British Council site .

Answers with Examiner’s Reports

To give you an insight into how the examiner marks your test, here are some Task 2 answers with the examiner’s comments at the end.

Student’s Band 9 Answer

Childcare Discussion Essay and Examiner’s Report

Student’s Band 6 Answer and Examiner’s Report

Agree or Disagree Samples

In these questions, you are given a statement and asked if you agree or disagree with it. They are also sometimes called ‘Opinion’ questions.

Task Two Agree or Disagree Sample Essays

Every Year Several Languages Die Out- Task 2 Sample Answer

Student’s Essay on Voluntary Service

An Essay Most Students Got Wrong

Languages Agree or Disagree Essay

Compulsory Voluntary Work in High School

To what extent do you agree or disagree?- Technology

Agree or Disagree- Arts at Primary School Level

Agree or Disagree- Online Lectures

Positive or Negative Development- Shopping

Environmental Essay with Short Introduction and Conclusion

Railway vs Road Essay

Every Year Several Languages Die Out

Discussion Samples

In these questions, you are given two opposing points of view and asked to discuss both of them and give your opinion.

Balanced Approach

Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities.

Discussion and Opinion (University Education)

Discussion Essay- Student Rewards

Childcare Discussion Essay Good and Bad Example

Discuss Both Views- Mixed Schools

Discuss Both Views Sample Answer- Changing Jobs

Teenage Years – IELTS Task 2 Essay

Aim of Education – IELTS Task 2 Sample Answer

Yumiko’s Band 9 Essay

Advantages and Disadvantages Samples

In these questions, you are normally given one issue and asked to discuss the positive and negative sides of that issue.

Advantages and Disadvantages Essay- Multinational Companies

Surveillance Essay

Problem/Causes and Solutions Samples

Sometimes you are asked about the problems that a certain issue causes, and sometimes you are asked about the causes of a certain problem. An important distinction, as you will see below.

Causes and Solutions- Health and Fitness

Good and Bad Example- Old and Young People in the Job Market

A Problem Solution Essay

IELTS Task 2 Band 9 Sample Essay- Student Behaviour

Double Questions

An increasingly common question gives one issue and then asks two separate questions about it.

Double Questions Sample Answer- Technology

Physical Appearance

Self-Driving Cars

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How to Plan an Essay

Making a good plan actually saves you time when you write your essay. If you don’t plan, you are more likely to get lost halfway through your essay, and the result is normally a very confusing piece of writing that is difficult to read. This guide will show you how to write a clear essay every time.

How to Think of Relevant Ideas

Thinking of good ideas is one of the most challenging parts of the test for some people. This guide provides 5 different methods to help you quickly think of relevant ideas that are directly linked to the question.

How to Write a Complex Sentence

Complex sentences help you boost your score for grammar. Complex sentences are very simple to write and not complex in this article; we show you how.

How to Paraphrase

Paraphrasing is one of the essential IELTS skills, not just in Writing Task 2 but in all parts of the IELTS test. You should paraphrase the question in every essay, and I recommend doing this in the very first sentence to help boost your vocabulary score.

How to Write a Supporting Paragraph

Supporting paragraphs are the main body paragraphs and are the meat in the sandwich. This is where you provide the detail the examiner is looking for in the form of explanations and examples.

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Section band scores.

How long is an IELTS score valid?

Understanding IELTS test scores

When you receive a Test Report Form you will see your overall test score as well as your scores for the Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking sections of the test.

Overall band score

The overall band score is the average of the four section band scores rounded to the nearest half band.

IELTS Band Score: 9 — Skill Level: Expert

The test taker has fully operational command of the language.
Their use of English is appropriate, accurate and fluent, and shows complete understanding.

IELTS Band Score: 8 — Skill Level: Very good

The test taker has fully operational command of the language with only occasional unsystematic inaccuracies and inappropriate usage.
They may misunderstand some things in unfamiliar situations. They handle complex and detailed argumentation well.

IELTS Band Score: 7 — Skill Level: Good

The test taker has operational command of the language, though with occasional inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings in some situations.
They generally handle complex language well and understand detailed reasoning.

IELTS Band Score: 6 — Skill Level: Competent

The test taker has an effective command of the language despite some inaccuracies, inappropriate usage and misunderstandings.
They can use and understand reasonably complex language, particularly in familiar situations.

IELTS Band Score: 5 — Skill Level: Modest

The test taker has a partial command of the language and copes with overall meaning in most situations, although they are likely to make many mistakes.
They should be able to handle basic communication in their own field.

IELTS Band Score: 4 — Skill Level: Limited

The test taker's basic competence is limited to familiar situations.
They frequently show problems in understanding and expression.

IELTS Band Score: 3 — Skill Level: Extremely limited

The test taker conveys and understands only general meaning in very familiar situations.
There are frequent breakdowns in communication.

IELTS Band Score: 2 — Skill Level: Intermittent

The test taker has great difficulty understanding spoken and written English.

IELTS Band Score: 1 — Skill Level: Non-user

The test taker has no ability to use the language except a few isolated words.

IELTS Band Score: 0 — Skill Level: Did not attempt the test

The test taker did not answer the questions.

The IELTS Listening test contains 40 questions. Each correct answer is awarded 1 mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

Here are the average number of marks scored at different levels of the IELTS scale in Listening section. The precise number of marks needed to achieve these band scores will vary slightly from test version to test version.

Marks out of 40

Band Score 5: Listening 16
Band Score 6: Listening 23
Band Score 7: Listening 30
Band Score 8: Listening 35

The IELTS Reading test contains 40 questions. Each correct answer is awarded 1 mark. Scores out of 40 are converted to the IELTS 9-band scale. Scores are reported in whole and half bands.

The IELTS Academic and General Training Reading tests are graded on the same scale. The Academic Reading test may contain texts which feature more difficult vocabulary or greater complexity of style. It is usual that a greater number of questions must be answered correctly on a General Training Reading test to secure a given band score.

Here are the average number of marks scored at different levels of the IELTS scale in Academic Reading, and General Training Reading sections. The precise number of marks needed to achieve these band scores will vary slightly from test version to test version.

Band Score 5: Reading 15
Band Score 6: Reading 23
Band Score 7: Reading 30
Band Score 8: Reading 35

General Training

Band Score 4: Reading 15
Band Score 5: Reading 23
Band Score 6: Reading 30
Band Score 7: Reading 35

Examiners use assessment criteria to award a score for each of the following four criteria:

Task achievement (for task 1) and task response (for task 2)
Coherence and cohesion
Lexical resource
Grammatical range and accuracy.

Each task is assessed independently. The criteria are weighted equally and the score on the task is the average. The assessment of Task 2 carries more weight in marking than Task 1.

Find out more about the key assessment criteria (PDF 111 KB - 4 pages) and how examiners assess the Writing section .

Examiners use assessment criteria to award a score for each of the following four areas:

Fluency and coherence
Grammatical range and accuracy
Pronunciation

Each of the criteria carry equal weighting and the overall average gives the IELTS score for Speaking. Find out more about the key assessment criteria and how examiners assess the Speaking section .

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Understanding Pronunciation Criteria

Pronunciation in IELTS is not just about accuracy but also about clarity and fluency. The criteria break down into key areas: articulation of sounds, word and sentence stress, and intonation. Articulation is about how precisely you form sounds and how effectively you connect words in speech.

Stress and intonation further influence how natural your spoken English appears. Emphasizing the right syllables and modulating your tone makes your speech engaging and easier to understand. These elements mirror the natural speech patterns of native speakers, which is a critical aspect the examiners look for.

Common Pronunciation Mistakes

Many learners carry over phonetic elements from their native languages, which can lead to mispronunciations. For example, speakers from East Asia may struggle with the English “r” and “l” sounds, while Spanish speakers might find the English “h” challenging. Recognizing and correcting these tendencies is crucial for improving your pronunciation.

Learn more about pronunciation tips here .

Accent and Intelligibility

While many students aspire to acquire a British or American accent, the goal should be clear and understandable speech. Ben stresses the importance of a ‘neutral’ accent, which maximises comprehensibility among a global audience. Remember, your accent should not hinder communication; instead, it should reflect your unique linguistic journey.

Ben shares personal anecdotes from his teaching experience to illustrate how adapting one’s accent can enhance clarity without losing individuality. It’s about being understood, not about mimicking a native speaker perfectly.

Explore different English accents here .

Practical Tips to Improve Pronunciation

Ben suggests several practical exercises to hone pronunciation skills:

Dictation Software: Use speech-to-text features to see how well your pronunciation translates into written text. This can highlight areas needing improvement.
Singing: Sing along to English songs. This fun activity can improve your intonation and stress patterns.
Speaking Aloud: Regular practice speaking English aloud can help solidify new pronunciation patterns.

For those seeking structured guidance, Ben recommends IELTS online courses and essay correction services to get tailored feedback and accelerate progress.

Improving your pronunciation for the IELTS exam requires understanding the specific challenges you face, regular practice, and a willingness to adapt your speech to be more intelligible. By focusing on these aspects, you can significantly enhance your speaking abilities and boost your overall test score.

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PDF Sample Candidate Writing Responses and Examiner Comments
Writing responses are marked by trained and certificated IELTS examiners. Scores may be reported as whole bands or half bands. Below you will find candidates' responses to the two tasks in the sample Academic Writing test. There are two responses for each task. Each response has been awarded a band score and is accompanied by an examiner
PDF Sample Candidate Writing Scripts and Examiner Comments
On the next 18 pages you will find candidates' answers to five sample Writing tasks. There are answers for each Writing task. Each answer has been awarded a band score and is accompanied by an examiner comment on the candidate's performance for that task. The examiners' guidelines for marking the Writing scripts are very detailed.
100 Band 7, 8 + 9 IELTS Writing Task 2 Essay Samples
All of the essays below have been checked by more than one former examiner, and all of the students achieved a Band 7, 8, or 9 in their real IELTS test. Task 2 Samples. ... IELTS Writing Task 2 sample essays can be a great resource for students preparing for the test. However, it's important to use them correctly in order to get the most out ...
PDF Examiner-approved IELTS tips
8. Task 2 of the Academic Writing test is an essay. Don't forget to plan your essay structure before you start writing. You should include an introduction, ideas to support your argument or opinion, real-life examples to illustrate your points, and a conclusion based on the information you have provided. 9. You have 40 minutes to write your Task
PDF Sample Candidate Writing Scripts and Examiner Comments
Writing scripts are marked by trained and may be reported as whole bands or half-bands. On the next 6 pages you will find candidates' answers to two sample Writing tests. There are two answers for each Writing task. Each answer has been awarded a band score and is accompanied by an examiner comment on the candidate's performance for that task.
PDF Sample Candidate Writing Scripts and Examiner Comments
Responses must be at least 250 words in length. Writing scripts are marked by trained and certificated IELTS examiners. Scores may be reported as whole bands or half-bands. On the next 17 pages you will find candidates' answers to four sample Writing tasks. There are answers for each Writing task.
IELTS Model Essays
On this page you can find all the IELTS Writing Task 2 Essays I have written in response to official tasks. These essays would achieve Band 8 or Band 9 in the IELTS Writing Test. Use these model essays as examples of what writing is like at Band 8 and Band 9. My responses are ONLY ONE WAY of responding to the task - there are countless ...
10 steps to writing high-scoring IELTS essays
Step one: Plan your time. The Writing test (consisting of Writing tasks 1 and 2) takes approximately 60 minutes. Plan to spend around 20 minutes on your first task, and 40 minutes on your essay task. A sample plan for your time might be: 5 to 10 minutes reading the essay question and planning your answer. 15 to 20 minutes writing your first draft.
PDF Sample Candidate Writing Scripts and Examiner Comments
The General Training Writing Module consists of two tasks, Task 1 and Task 2. Each task is assessed independently. The assessment of Task 2 carries more weight in marking than Task 1. Detailed performance descriptors have been developed which describe written performance at the 9 IELTS bands.
IELTS Essays: Five Types of IELTS Essays
There are 5 types of IELTS essays which can appear in IELTS writing task 2. These types of essays are for both GT and Academic writing task 2. ... My friend, who used to be a former IELTS examiner, highly recommended your blog to me. I have taken IELTS three times. 7.5 for both GT and A. However, my writing stayed at 6.5 without improvements. I ...
IELTS Writing Questions and Model Answers
Past IELTS writing questions as well as model answers and vocabulary written by IELTS examiners to help you learn how to structure and write your own essays to pass your test. Click on questions below for model answers: ARTS AND MEDIA. Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians or sports stars are paid too much money.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Sample Essays
IELTS Writing Task 2 Topic: International car-free day is an effective way of reducing air pollution; In Some Countries, a Few People Earn Extremely High Salaries - IELTS Writing Task 2; ... you can develop a stronger understanding of what the examiners are looking for. Avoid common pitfalls, practice regularly, and utilize the tips and ...
IELTS Writing Examiner's Tips, Model Answers, Plans
You must write 150 and 250 words for task 1 and 2…work out how many words you write per line on official IELTS writing paper. writing-answer-sheet-task1-new, writing-answer-sheet-task2-new. You need to do a lot of writing practice and receive feedback from a trained professional about the quality of your writing.
IELTS Writing Task 2 Samples
Answers with Examiner's Reports. To give you an insight into how the examiner marks your test, here are some Task 2 answers with the examiner's comments at the end. Student's Band 9 Answer. Childcare Discussion Essay and Examiner's Report. Student's Band 6 Answer and Examiner's Report. Agree or Disagree Samples
University students
University students - Essay from Examiners. 2564. By IELTS Practice Online. 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 these views and give your ...
Essay from Examiners
IELTS Essay from Examiners from The Past Exams. The IELTS essay is the second part of the writing section of the IELTS test.
IELTS Band 9 sample essay
Why is this essay a band 9? Task achievement. According to the IELTS Writing Band Descriptors, an essay is Band 9 for Task Achievement if it: Fully addresses all parts of the task; Presents a fully developed position in answer to the question with relevant, fully extended and well supported ideas. In order to score well on Task Achievement, the most important thing is to make sure you respond ...
Essay from Examiners
Economic goals versus other goals - Essay from Examiners 2018. Many governments think that economic progress is their most important goal. Some people, however, think that other types of progress are equally important for...
IELTS Sample Essays
IELTS Sample Essays. Here you will find IELTS Sample Essays for a variety of common topics that appear in the writing exam.. The model answers all have tips and strategies for how you may approach the question and comments on the sample answer.. You can also view sample essays with band scores on this page.. Looking at IELTS essay topics with answers is a great way to help you to prepare for ...
Understanding your score
Discover how IELTS scores are calculated, what each band means, and how your results reflect your English language proficiency. Get detailed insights now! ... 4 pages) and how examiners assess the Writing section. Examiners use assessment criteria to award a score for each of the following four areas: Fluency and coherence; Lexical resource ...
10 Important Steps to Pass IELTS Writing
Use a range of sentence constructions because IELTS examiners evaluate your level of grammar knowledge. You may prove your proficiency with various grammatical forms by using basic, compound, and ...
How Does an Examiner Mark Your Speaking Test? Pronunciation Explained
For those seeking structured guidance, Ben recommends IELTS online courses and essay correction services to get tailored feedback and accelerate progress. Conclusion Improving your pronunciation for the IELTS exam requires understanding the specific challenges you face, regular practice, and a willingness to adapt your speech to be more ...