IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Business

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Large shopping malls are replacing small shops. What is your opinion about this? Discuss with appropriate examples.

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

When people need to complain about a product or poor service, some prefer to complain in writing and others prefer to complain in person. Which method do you think is more effective? Why?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Top level authorities of a company should always take employees’ suggestions or ideas to take any decisions.

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Positive or Negative Development Essay Task 2

In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping. Is this a positive or a negative development?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Some countries encourage foreign companies to open a branch office in their country. Many people think that the government should focus on encouraging local businesses to expand rather than inviting foreign businesses to open branches. To what extent do you agree?

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Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Task 2

As global trade has increased among different nations, many daily necessities are produced in other countries. Such goods are usually transported a long distance to reach the consumers. Do the benefits of this trend outweigh its drawbacks?

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Positive or Negative Development Essay Task 2

In their advertising, businesses nowadays usually emphasise that their products are new in some way. Why is this? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Many people say that the 9/11 is a significant world event that has changed the world. Discuss the influence on world economy and other aspects taken by 9/11 incident.

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Some people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Others prefer to work for a small company. Which one would you prefer.

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Opinion Essay Task 2

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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