IELTS Writing Task 2 Practice Questions

Scientists use living animal to carry out research. Some people think it is interesting, while some other people think it is cruel. What is your opinion?

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Some people view giving presents as an important way to show care to family and friends, others think there are more important things that can be done to show care and appreciation. Which point of view do you agree with?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Some people think one should stay all their life in the same job, whereas others advocate changing jobs from time to time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

It is often cited that “Not everything that is learned is contained in books”. According to many, we learn most of the things from our own experience while others believe that books are our main source of knowledge. Compare and contrast knowledge gained from experience with knowledge gained from books. In your opinion, which source is more important? Why?

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Problem and Solution Essay Task 2

There is a good deal of evidence that increasing car use is contributing to global warming and having other undesirable effects on people’s health and well-being. What can be done to discourage people from using their cars?

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Computer games have become widely popular and people spend a lot of time playing them. What are the negatives and positives of playing computer games and what can be done to reduce the bad effect?

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Nowadays, different media, including newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and even the Internet, publish stories about people's private lives. Why is it so? Should this practice be banned?

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Some people believe that robots will play an important role in future societies, while others argue that robots might have negative effects on society. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Nowadays most students either work to get some work experience or go abroad before their university start. Are these students distinct from others in their university studies?

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Should travelling be included in the education? Discuss and give your opinion.

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