IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Advertising – Opinion essays

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect the power of advertising and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really do not need. Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives. Which viewpoint do you agree with?

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Sport today is turning into a business and there are companies involved that sponsor sports with ever growing prize money for the sportsman as a part of their advertising. Some people agree to this because it has a good effect on the world of sports, others however disagree. Discuss and give your opinion on this issue.

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To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement: Some of the methods used in advertising are unethical and unacceptable in today’s society.

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Advertising can tell you a lot about a country.

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Some people think that the main influence on young people's diet is advertising rather than family and friends. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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