IELTS - WRITING TASK 2

DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS & OPINION

1. Some people think that physical strength is important for success in sport, while other people
think that mental strength is more important. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

2. People think that the best way to reduce crime is to give longer prison sentences. Others believe
that there are other alternative solutions for reducing crime. Discuss both views and give your
opinion on this topic.

3. Some people believe that capital punishment should not be used. Others, however, argue that it
should be allowed for the most serious crimes. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

4. Some people think that job satisfaction is more important than job security, while some people
think that they cannot always expect job satisfaction, a permanent job is more important.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

5. Some people say that modern technology has made shopping today easier, while others
disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

6. Some people say that the experiences a child has before starting school have the most influence
on their future life. Others say that experiences as a teenager, especially at school, are more
influential. Discuss both views and give your own opinion?

7. Some systems require students to specialize in a limited range of subjects from the age of
fifteen. Other systems require students to study a wide range of subjects until they leave school.
What are the benefits of these two education systems and which is better?

8. Some cities create housing areas by providing taller buildings. Others create housing by building
houses on a wider area of land. What solution is better?
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AGREE OR DISAGREE

1. Some people think news has no connection to people's lives, so it is a waste of time to read the
news in newspapers and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

2. Individuals can do nothing to improve the environment; only governments and large companies
can make a difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

3. The typical teaching situation of a teacher and students in the class will not exist by the year
2050. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

4. In many countries women and men are working full time. It is therefore, logical for women and
men to share household works. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5. Some educationalists say that every child should be taught how to play a musical instrument. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

6. Some people think that outdoor activities are more beneficial for children’s development than
playing computer games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

7. Society is based on rules and laws. If individuals were free to do whatever they want to do, it
could not function. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement?
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ADVANTAGES & DISADVANTAGES

1. The use of social media is replacing face-to-face interaction among many people in society. Do
you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

2. In many workplaces, online communication is getting more common than meeting face to face.
Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

3. It is suggested that primary children should learn how to grow vegetables and keep animals. Do
the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

REASONS & SOLUTIONS

1. People are having more and more sugar-based drinks. What are the reasons? What are the
solutions to make people drink less.

2. Nowadays people waste a lot of food that was bought from shops and restaurants. Why do you
think people waste food? What can be done to reduce the amount of food they throw away?

TWO-PART QUESTIONS

1. People often think about creating an ideal society, but most of the times fail in making this
happen. What is your opinion about an ideal society? How can we create an ideal society?

2. In some countries people spend long hours at work. Why does this happen? Is it positive or
negative development.