IELTS Task 2 Opinion Essay Practice Questions

Modern children are suffering from the diseases that were once considered to be meant for adults only. Obesity is a major disease prevalent among children. What are its causes and what solutions can be offered?

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The tendency of news reports in the media to focus more on problems and emergencies than on positive developments is harmful to the individuals and the society as a whole. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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The aging population of more developed countries is going to cause social and economic problems for society in the future, especially for the younger generation. to what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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The most essential component of a person’s life is his or her time at the workplace, and life turns meaningless once no job satisfaction is obtained. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Some people consider thinking about the future and planning for the future to be waste of time. They argue that people should simply live in the moment. Do you agree or disagree

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