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The first part of the question will be a statement. You will then be asked to
give your own opinion about the statement. Here is some typical wording
that might be used:
Key tips:
It doesn’t matter which side of the argument you take or even that you
agree with it. Choose the one you can develop the best argument for.
Don’t change your opinion part way through the essay and don’t give
reasons for the opposing idea.
Essay Structure
1) Introduction
4) Conclusion
2) Discussion Essays
In discussion essays, you have to discuss both sides of an argument.
Usually, you will be asked for your own opinion as well.
Key tips:
A big mistake many students make is to fully develop only one point of
view. This leads to an unbalanced essay and a low score for task
achievement.
It is easier to begin by discussing the opinion you don’t agree with and then
present the reasons for your opposing view.
Essay Structure
1) Introduction
4) Conclusion
3) Problem Essays
These are sometimes called ‘causes and solutions’ or ‘problems and
solutions’ essays. This type of IELTS Task 2 question starts with a
statement, then asks you to discuss the problems or causes and the
solutions.
Key tips:
The wording of this type of essay question can vary considerably. Here are
3 examples of problem essay questions:
Essay Structure
1) Introduction
4) Conclusion
Each of these different types of questions fits into one of two slightly
different essay structures. We’ll look at these in detail on the main IELTS
Task 2 Advantages & Disadvantages Essays page. For now, I’ll give you
the basic structure.
Essay Structure
1) Introduction
4) Conclusion
Key tips:
Be careful that you don’t end up with too many ideas to write
about.
Essay Structure
1) Introduction
4) Conclusion