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IELTS Task 2 Discussion Essay Practice Questions

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some believe success in life comes from hard work, dedication, and motivation. While many believe success depends on other important factors like money and appearance. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people believe that sport has an important role in society. Others, however, feel that it is nothing more than a leisure activity for some people. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people believe that the academic success of students depends on good teachers at schools. Others think that it depends on the attitude and determination of the students. Discuss both these views and give your opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong to grow up as good members of society. Others say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people argue that it is more important to have an enjoyable job than to earn a lot of money. Others disagree and think that a good salary leads to a better life. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Healthcare cost is increasing, and many governments are finding it difficult to balance their healthcare budget. To tackle this issue, some people suggest that citizens should be solely responsible for their own healthcare costs with private health insurance, while others suggest that the government should provide free health services for all. Disccuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people prefer to spend more time improving their careers. Others think that it’s more important to spend time with family and friends. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people think that vertical cities are the best, where people live and work in tall buildings. Others think that horizontal cities are better, where there are few tall buildings. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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