IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Diet – Opinion essays

Obesity is an increasing public health problem in some parts of the world. Explain some possible reasons for this problem, and suggest some solutions.

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Modern children are suffering from the diseases that were once considered to be meant for adults only. Obesity is a major disease prevalent among children. What are its causes and what solutions can be offered?

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Traditional methods of food preparation are becoming less popular. Why do you think this is?

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Fast food has become more common in recent years. Some people think that it has a negative effect on lifestyles and diets. Do you agree or disagree?

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People think that countries should produce foods that their population eats and import less food as much as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Food can be produced much more cheaply today because of improved fertilizers and better machinery. However, some of the methods used to do this may be dangerous to human health and may have negative effects on local communities. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the above statement?

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Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional foods and methods of preparation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Dieting can change a person’s life for the better or ruin one’s health completely. What is your opinion?

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In many countries today, the eating habits and lifestyle of children are different from those of previous generations. Some people say this has had a negative effect on their health. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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Everyone should become vegetarian because they do not need to eat meat to have a healthy diet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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