IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Children – Opinion essays

Some people think that traditional games are better than modern games in helping children develop their abilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Some people think mothers spend most of their time raising their children, and therefore the government should support them. To what extent do you agree or disagree with it?

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Some people think children are more successful in foreign language studies than adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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It is widely believed that children of different levels of intelligence should be taught together, while others think that more intelligent children should be taught separately. Discuss and present your own opinion. Which one do your support?

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Some high schools require all students to wear school uniforms. Other high schools permit students to decide what to wear to school. Which of these two school policies do you think is better? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

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People in all modern societies use drugs, but today's youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs, and at an increasingly early age. Some sociologists claim that parents and other members of society often set a bad example. Discuss the causes and some effects of widespread drug use by young people in modern day society. Make any recommendations you feel are necessary to help fight youth drug abuse.

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Many children are forced to stay at school and study subjects that will be of little value to them in the future. These children may disrupt the education of the majority and should be allowed to leave school early to find themselves a job. What are your views?

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In many countries, children are engaged in different kinds of paid work. Some people regard this as completely wrong, while others consider it a valuable work experience, important for learning and taking responsibility. What is your opinion? Write no less than 250 words.

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A group of people say that Internet access for minors can be dangerous. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on young children. Do you agree or disagree? Write not less than 250 words.

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