IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Crime – Two-part questions

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

Many people believe that today there is a general increase in anti-social behavior and lack of respect for others. What might have caused this situation? How to improve it?

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

There are more and more effective security measures in large cities to reduce crime. For example, installation of anti-crime devices in cities. Does this endeavor bring more benefits than problems? What is your stand on this?

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Many researchers believe that we can now study the behaviour of children to see if they will grow up to be criminals, while others disagree. To what extent do you think crime is determined by genetics? Is it possible to stop children from growing up to be criminals?

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Many people are of the opinion that putting criminals in prison is not severe enough as a form of punishment. Others, however, believe that imprisonment is one of the most effective ways of punishing wrong-doers. What is your opinion on that? Which one do you think is more effective in terms of punishing criminals?

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In many countries today, crime novels and TV crime dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?

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Tobacco is a kind of drug. People have been free to use it. Some people think that it should be illegal to use it comparing with other drugs. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What is your opinion?

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In many cities crime is increasing. Why do you think this is happening? What can governments do to help reduce crime levels?

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In many countries today, crime novels and TV dramas are becoming more and more popular. Why do you think these books and TV shows are popular? What is your opinion of crime fiction and TV crime dramas?

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