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

Many people strive to maintain a successful career and happy family life at the same time. What problems can this situation create? What are the possible solutions?

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People in many countries are spending more and more time away from their families. Why is this happening? How does this affect people and their families?

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In recent years, the family structure and the role of its members are gradually changing. What kinds of changes can occur? Do you think these changes are positive and negative?

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Many people have a close relationship with their pets. These people treat their birds, cats, or other animals as members of their family. In your opinion, are such relationships good? Why or why not?

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Is it better to rear children in a joint family or in a nuclear family? To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Many men and women are making the decision to have children later in life. Why is this trend occurring? What are the impacts of this development on both family and society?

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Young people often have ideas or attitudes that are different to those of their parents or grandparents. How do ideas and attitudes differ between generations in your society? Do you think that these differences cause any problems?

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Some people spend a lot of money celebrating personal family events, such as weddings and birthdays. How important is it to celebrate such events? Do you think people spend too much money on these events?

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Today, people in many countries have to spend more and more time away from their families. Why is this happening? What effects does this have on the people themselves and on their families?

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In some countries around the world, men and women tend to have their children later in life. Why is this happening? What are the effects on family life and society?

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