IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Education

Everyone should stay in school until the age of eighteen. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Once children start school, teachers have more influence on their intellectual and social development than parents.

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Education is a critical element of the prosperity of a nation. The more educated people are the more prosperous the country would be. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

Research indicates that children who start reading earlier in life perform better later on in their school studies. How important are early reading skills in a child's academic performance? What other preschool factors, in your opinion, influence a child's later academic achievements?

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Some people believe that teaching children at home is best for a child’s development while others think that it is important for children to go to school. Discuss the advantages of both and give your opinion.

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In some countries, secondary schools aim to provide a general education across a range of subjects. In others, children focus on a narrow range of subjects related to a particular career. Which of these two systems is more appropriate in today’s world?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Scientists say that junk food is harmful to people’s health. Some people think that the answer to this problem is to educate people. Others think education will not work. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Problem and Solution Essay Task 2

The most common solution for criminal behaviour is prison but many believe education is a better method. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Given high unemployment rate, it is recommended that the government only provide primary education and no secondary education. What do you think?

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Advantages and Disadvantages Essay Task 2

In many countries, the law says that people must attend school until they become 18 years old. Does the advantage outweigh the disadvantages?

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