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    s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Be ee writing Task 2 Problem and (httpsi/www.ieltsadva . nueccom SOlution Essay Lesson Problem Solution Essay This lesson on how to write a problem solution essay will: + discuss common mistakes; + show you how to analyse the question; * show you how to think of ideas; * give you a structure that can be used again and again on all problem solution IELTS essays; + describe how to write an introduction (httpsv/vww.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/06/14/ielts- writing-conclusions/), main body paragraphs and conclusion; (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/06/14/ielts-writing-conclusions/)and * give you a full band 9 sample answer. *-16-300x200 - IELTS Writing Task 2 Problem itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 1122 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson and Solution Essay Lesson Problem solution essays one of the most common IELTS writing task 2 questions on the academic paper. Despite being very common, lots of students fail to do well in these questions. This post will look at some of the most common mistakes and then take you through how to answer these questions step-by-step. CLICK HERE AND DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PDF (https:/fieltsadvantage.leadpages.co/leadbox/143551073f7 2a2%3A 103d654b5346dc/56849 61520648192/) Common Mistakes 1. The most common mistake for problem solution essays is not expanding on your ideas and instead simply listing lots of problems and solutions. The examiner does not want a list of all the problems and solutions you can think of and please don't do this in the exam. Instead, if you look at how the exam is marked (https /Avwwieltsadvantage.com/2015/04/1 8/difference-band-5-and-8-in-ielts-writing= -2-band- ), the examiner wants you to pick one or two problems and solutions and then expand on them with explanations and examples. More on how to do this below. 2. Another common mistake is writing about problems and solutions that are not directly linked to the question. You should be like a sniper when answering the question and only give very specific ideas, rather than ideas that generally talk about the overall issue. This has a lot to do with how you identify keywords and micro-keywords in the questions which we will look at below. itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 202 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson 3. Lots of people think of good ideas for problems and then fail to link their solutions to these problems. Each problem should have a solution that is directly linked to it, or in other words, should solve the actual problem. 4, Finally, some candidates think of really good problems and solutions that answer the question properly and then expand their answers with explanations and examples, but they talk too generally, Instead, you should be thinking of specific examples and explanations. We will look at how to avoid this below. Analysing the Question This is one of the most crucial parts of answering any IELTS writing question. If you don't take the time to properly think about what the examiner is asking you to do, then it is very difficult to answer the question correctly. We analyse the question by thinking about three things: + keywords + micro-keywords * action words Keywords are the words that tell us what the general topic is. Micro-keywords identify which part of the general topic the examiner wants you to talk about. They often give an opinion, qualify the statement or talk about a sub-category of the bigger general topic. Action words tell us what the examiner wants us to do. Problem Solution Sample Essay itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st Century and sea levels are continuing to rise at alarming rates. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions. If we look at this question we can see that the keywords are ‘global warming. This is our general topic, We are going to write about this, but we cannot write about any problems associated with global warming. If we do this, we have not answered the question properly. We, therefore, need to look at the micro-keywords. The micro-keywords are ‘humans’ and ‘sea level rise’. So instead of writing just about the huge topic of global warming and any problems associated with that (such as increased storms, extinction of certain animals, erosion of soil), we have to talk about how particularly sea level rises will affect humans. If for example, we talked about the problems affecting the ‘planet’ or ‘animals’ or the ‘atmosphere’, we would not be answering the question. The action words are problems and solutions. Our task is, therefore, to write about that and only that. It does not ask our opinion or about the disadvantages and advantages or about the causes, just the problems and solutions. If we talked about the causes of sea level rise, then we would not be answering the question. For more information on how to effectively analyse an IELTS question, (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/05/how-to-understand-analyse-ielts-writing-task- 2/) please go to our post here (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/05/how-to- understand-analyse-ielts-writing-task-2/). How to Think of Ideas 7 —= mn itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson we 42s Now that we know exactly what the question is asking us to do, we need to think of specific me and relevant ideas. There are many strategies for thinking of ideas for IELTS task 2 questions (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/05/ideas-ielts-writing-part-2/) (https:/Awww.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/05/how-to-think-of-ideas-for-ielts-writing-part- 2/)but for problem solution questions | like to use something called the ‘coffee shop method’. Instead of brainstorming or mind-mapping- which take too much time and lead to irrelevant ideas in my opinion- you should just pretend you are in a coffee shop with a friend and they have just asked you a simple question. In this case, it would be “What are the problems and solutions associated with sea level rise on humans?" If you were talking to a friend about this, I'm sure you would have no problem thinking of at least 2 or 3 problems and solutions. This method takes you out of an exam situation and puts your mind into a more relaxed environment. Try it and see. If you don't like it, try one of my other methods. (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/05/ideas-ielts-writing-part-2/) There are several problems and solutions including: Problem: flooding of people’s homes and businesses Solution: build flood barriers or move to higher areas Problem: loss of agricultural land and starvation Solution: switch to more suitable crops Problem: displacement of millions of people Galutinn: mave nennle in 2 nlanned and arderiy wav hafara tha flande itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 5122 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Seimuun niuve peUyE nia prannieu anu YiuEHy way WeIurE wre HULUS, Problem: groundwater undrinkable Solution: build desalination plants As you can see, | didn't think of lots of problems and then lots of solutions. For each problem, you should think of a solution that directly solves this problem. You now have lots of ideas, but now you must decide which ones to use. | always tell my students to pick the ones you know most about ie. that you can explain and give relevant examples. Structure Task 2 Structures | advise my students to use a basic four paragraph structure with all problem solution IELTS essays. You four paragraphs should look something like this: Paragraph 1- Introduction Paranvanh 2- Prnhlame itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Parayrapn 2 rruwienis Paragraph 3- Solutions Paragraph 4- Conclusion Ata sentence level, your structure should look like this: Introduction Sentence 1- Paraphrase question Sentence 2- Outline sentence (say what you will discuss in the rest of the essay) Problem. Sentence 3- State problem Sentence 4- Explain what problem is Sentence 5- What is the result of this problem Sentence 6- Example Solution Sentence 7- State solution Sentence 8- Explain how the solution will solve the problem Sentence 9- Example Conclusion Sentence 10- Summary of main points in paragraphs 2 and 3 Gentanca 11- Pradictinn ar recammendatinn itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson That's it! 11 sentences that can be used again and again for any problem solution IELTS essay. Some students have commented that this structure only has one problem and one solution and they are worried this will not be enough to get to 250 words. In my experiences, one problem and one solution is more than enough to answer the question properly, but if you prefer, feel free to add one more problem or solution. | wouldn't have two problems and two solutions because this will either lead to you not expanding and explaining your ideas enough or take too much time to write Practice and see what you feel most comfortable doing. For more structures check out our IELTS task 2 structures guide (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/03/ielts-writing-task-2-essay-structures/) Now let's look at each paragraph in more detail Introduction juction ih, Y The introduction will have two sentences: a paraphrase of the question (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/31/paraphrase-ielts/) and an outline statement. Paraphrasing is simply saying the sentence again with different words but with the same meaning. We can do this by using synonyms and/or changing the order of the words itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Question- Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st Century and sea levels are continuing to rise at alarming rates. Paraphrased- Climate change is among the principal dangers facing people this century and ocean levels are increasing dramatically. As you can see above, | have used synonyms to change the words of the questions but it still has the same meaning. The examiner will be looking for your ability to do this in the exam, so it is a good idea to practice this skill. Our outline sentence is next and this tells the examiner what they are going to read in the rest of the essay, This makes it very clear to the examiner and makes the rest of the essay much easier to understand. You will, therefore, gain marks for coherence and cohesion. Our outline sentence should look something like this: This essay will first suggest that the biggest problem caused by this phenomenon is the flooding of homes and then submit building flood protection as the most viable solution. Our introduction will, therefore, look like this: Climate change is among the principal dangers facing people this century and ocean levels are increasing dramatically. This essay will first suggest that the biggest problem caused by this phenomenon is the flooding of homes and then submit building flood protection as the most viable solution. It should be noted that this introduction does not contain a thesis statement. (https:/Awww.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/04/01/how-to-write-ielts-thesis-statement/) This is because this particular question does not ask us for our opinion. However, IELTS problem solution questions sometimes do ask you for your opinion and you should then include a thesis statement. Problems Paragraph. itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Our problems paragraph will have this structure: Sentence 1- State problem Sentence 2- Explain what problem is Sentence 4- What is the result of this problem Sentence 5- Example State problem: The foremost problem caused by climbing sea levels is the flooding of peoples’ residences. Now that we have stated the problem, we must explain what this is. You should always consider your audience to be someone with no specialist knowledge in this area and you, therefore, need to explain what everything means. Don't assume that the IELTS examiner is an educated person and knows what you are talking about. These assumptions will stop you writing what you need. Explain: Millions of people all over the world live in coastal areas and if the sea rises by even a few feet, they will be inundated with water and lose their property. Now that we have explained what our main point is we need to explain why this is a problem. First, explain the what and then the why. Result: Shelter is one of the most basic of human needs and widespread flooding would cause millions of people to become homeless, not to mention losing all of their possessions. Now we must give an example of what we are talking about. When we give an example, it should be as specific as possible. An example of a very general example would be: Lots of people in the world have experienced floods recently. Thic ic far tan neneral tn ha eanciderad a anad avamnle itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 10122 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Hino 19 tar UU Yeneia: WUE LUNSIUSIEU @ YuUU EAaH IE Example: The devastation brought about by widespread flooding was clear for all to see during the 2011 Tsunami in Japan, in which millions of people were displaced. This example is much more specific. Stating a place and/or date can help you make your examples more specific Our second paragraph will look like this: The foremost problem caused by sea levels creeping up is the flooding of peoples’ residences, Millions of people all over the world live in coastal areas and if the sea rises by even a few feet, they will be inundated with water and lose their property. Shelter is one of the most basic of human needs and widespread flooding would cause millions of people to become homeless, not to mention losing all of their possessions. The devastation brought about by this was clear for all to see during the 2011 Tsunami in Japan, in which millions of people were displaced, Now we must move on to our solutions. Solutions Paragraph Our solutions paragraph will have this structure Sentence 1- State solution Sentence 2- Explain how the solution will solve the problem Sentence 3- Example State solution: A possible solution to this problem would be to build flood barriers. We now need to explain how our solution will help solve the problem. Again, do not assume that the examiner has any specialist knowledge of this topic, so you need to explain what you itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! nae syer020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson mean, Explain solution: Flood defences, such as dikes, dams, and floodgates, could be built along coasts and waterways, thereby stopping the water reaching populated areas. Example: The Netherlands is one of the most populated areas in the world and also one of the most vulnerable to flooding and they have successfully employed various flood defence systems. Our whole solutions paragraph will look like this: A possible solution to this problem would be to build flood barriers. Flood defences, such as dikes, dams, and floodgates, could be built along coasts and waterways, thereby stopping the water reaching populated areas. The Netherlands is one of the most populated areas in the world and also one of the most vulnerable to flooding and they have successfully employed various flood defence systems We have now answered the question and we now just need to sum up what we have said in the conclusion. Conclusion hitps ww olsadvantage.com/2015/05/08elts-problem-ane-solutond rane s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson How to MS EFFECTIVE CONCLUSIONS The conclusion should have no new ideas but instead should simply list the main points from the previous two paragraphs. You can also use synonyms in this paragraph to avoid repetition. Conclusion: To conclude, stemming the rising tides caused by increasing global temperatures is one of the foremost challenges we face and it will ultimately lead to many of the worlds’ cities being left underwater, but a possible solution could be to utilise the flood prevention techniques already used by countries like Holland. Itis also possible to make a recommendation or prediction. This should only be used if you have time and you are over the word limit already, Prediction: It is predicted that more and more countries will be forced to take such measures to avoid a watery catastrophe. Our whole conclusion for this problem solution essay will look like this: To conclude, stemming the rising tides caused by increasing global temperatures is one of the foremost challenges we face and it will ultimately lead to many of the worlds’ cities being left underwater, but a possible solution could be to utilise the flood prevention techniques already used by countries like Holland. It is predicted that more and more countries will be forced to take such measures to avoid a watery catastrophe Problem and Solution Sample Essay hitps ww olsadvantage.com/2015/05/08elts-problem-ane-solutond 1392 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Here is the whole essay: Global warming is one of the biggest threats humans face in the 21st Century and sea levels are continuing to rise at alarming rates. What problems are associated with this and what are some possible solutions. oe Climate change is among the principal dangers facing people this century and ocean levels itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 1422 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson are increasing dramatically. This essay will first suggest that the biggest problem caused by this phenomenon is the flooding of homes and then submit building flood protection as the most viable solution. The foremost problem caused by sea levels creeping up is the flooding of peoples’ residences. Millions of people all over the world live in coastal areas and if the sea rises by even a few feet, they will be inundated with water and lose their property. Shelter is one of the most basic of human needs and widespread flooding would cause millions of people to become homeless, not to mention losing all of their possessions. The devastation brought about by this was clear for all to see during the 2011 Tsunami in Japan, in which millions of people were displaced. A possible solution to this problem would be to build flood barriers. Flood defences, such as dikes, dams and floodgates, could be built along coasts and waterways, thereby stopping the water reaching populated areas. The Netherlands is one of the most populated areas in the world and also one of the most vulnerable to flooding and they have successfully employed various flood defence systems. To conclude, stemming the rising tides caused by increasing global temperatures is one of the foremost challenges we face and it will ultimately lead to many of the worlds’ cities being left underwater, but a possible solution could be to utilise the flood prevention techniques already used by countries like Holland. It is predicted that more and more countries will be forced to take such measures to avoid a watery catastrophe. (298 words) | hope this post helps you with IELTS problem solution essays and if you have any questions please comments below. BAND g CHECKLIST |=y [Reatiteeaees itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 1822 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson MUD Eg (https://ieltsadvantage.leadpages.co/leadbox/141974873f72a2%3A 103d654b5346dc/57482 91350298624/) Next Steps If you found this lesson useful and it has helped you write a problem solution essay, you should also check out our lessons on task 2 opinions essays (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/02/ielts-writing-task-2-agree-disagree-lesson/), discussion essays (https:/Avww.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/18/writing-task-2-discussion- essay-lesson/) and advantages and disadvantages essays (https:/www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/05/24/ielts-advantages-and-disadvantages-lesson/). Do you need me to correct your essays and give you feedback on them? Check out our essay correction service (https://www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/07/23/essay-correction-service/). The best way to keep up to date with posts like this is to like us on Facebook. (https:/Avww.facebook.com/IELTSadvantage) There are also lots of practice activities for you to do on the Facebook page. About Christopher Pell i My name is Christopher Pell and I'm the Managing Director of IELTS Advantage. | started IELTS Advantage as a simple blog to help 16 students in my class. Several years later, | am very humbled that my VIP Course has been able to help thousands of people around the world to score a Band 7+ in their IELTS tests. If you need my help with your IELTS preparation, you can send me an email here: chris@ieltsadvantage.com 71. Leave a Reply itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 16122 s1r020 Guest Guest Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson M3201 4 O Ow a a newest # oldest Ana % Thanks for your helpful insights! Ihave a question: if the question asks about “problemS and solution" and | only write one problem and one solution, could | lose points for not achieving the task completely? That is, not explaining more than one problem and giving more than one solution? Thanks in advance! Reply © 2months ago A Ruth Chambers % Editor No, yeu only need to discuss one problem and one solution to meet the task requirements. | hope this helps! I you have any further questions, please feel free to get in touch with our team here: chris @ieltsadvantage.com (mailto:chris@ieltsadvantage.com) Reply © 2montns age Praneeth % if we are particularly looking for a higher band score, is it really okay just to write one problem and one solution provided that they are explained properly with an example? I tried including two problems and two solutions and as a result, it ended up with an essay above 400 words after explaining all of the topic sentences (2 problems and 2 solutions with expanded ideas and examples). I'm just worried because the question mentions “Problem’s" and Solution's itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 1722 s1r020 Guest Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Reply © 2monthsago Aw Ruth Chambers % Itis completely fine to write about just one problem and solution! In fact, we strongly Eater recommend this strategy because it helps you to keep your argument clear and your essay focused. Ifyou have any further questions or would like us to give you feedback on your work, ‘you should send our team an email here: chris@ieltsadvantage.com (mailto:chris@ieltsadvantage.com) ‘Thanks! Reply © 2montns age Darshit Kadia % | am little confused between Problem and solution/ Cause and effects. When question asks to discuss cause and effects, does that mean that, | have to mention reasons which cause a particular problem and result of that problem? Reply © 4monthsago A Editor Ahmad Ruth Chambers % ‘You can use the following structure to answer and cause and effects essay question: Introduction 2, Causes 3, Effects 4, Conclusion For more help and faster replies, send our team an email at chris @ieltsadvantage.com (mailto:chris@ieltsadvantage.com). Thanks! Reply © 3montns ago % itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 18122 s1r020 Guest Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson | disagree witn you in the point of writing about one probiem and one solution in the case. of asking about the problems (in plural) and some solutions! Reply © 4months ago Aw S Ruth Chambers % That's okay! In my experience, one problem and solution is all you need to meet the Eater task requirements. If you don't feel comfortable following this structure, you don't need to, However, our structures have helped thousands of IELTS students get the scores they need in the Writing exam, so you might want te try them out! Reply © Amontns ago S Ruth Chambers % ‘You don't need to follow our structures, but you can view our success stories to see Eater how many people have scored a Band 7+ using them! Reply © 3montrsago A, Faroque AhmedMa‘am with all due respect, 'm not here to argue % you. | know dealing with multiple problems and solutions could be problematic and students could get messed up. However Guest as the question asked for problems and solutions, is it okay to just a single problem and its solution? Does it fulfil task achievements? If you give me litle 10d, because it's the best I've ever bit of hopes | would definitely use this met witnessed. ‘Thank you se much. God bless you. Reply © 3montnsago A. Ruth Chambers % Hey Faroaue! No problem at al, | appreciate your concern and your commitment to studying! Yes, it is okay to write about just one problem and solution. This fulfils the task achievement and can help you to keep. Editor itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! r92 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Your argument ciear ana concise, Let me know what you think about this strategy once you have tried practising with it Reply © 3montns age Aura % Hello, | think | have a problem with this type of essay. If you say that the problem is Guest flooding of homes, shouldn't the solution be something related to prevent the rise of sea levels, such as reducing the use of non-renewable fuels, which in result would stop the increase in the sea level and thus reducing the flooding of homes? | hope I made myself understood. Thank you very much for this wonderful website! Reply OSmonthsago a Praneeth % | think it should be more like providing a solution for problem which you are stating it out in your essay which eventually does a little justice to the overall question. Because there might be several causes and solution to fix the rising sea levels, but ultimately when we target providing a result for the direct question may not create a cohesive essay. Guest Reply © 2montns ago Find Answers itpssiwwoltsadvantage.com/2016/06/08lts-problor-ane-soluton! 20122 s1r020 Problem Solution Essay- IELTS Writing Task 2 Lesson Contact with us Email: chris@ieltsadvantage.com Connect with us: f (h SZonxv00cveoeyssennvg om m ae2e

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