IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Housing

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Opinion Essay Task 2

The restoration of historic buildings in major cities around the world involves significant government expenditure. These funds could be better allocated towards the development of new housing and road infrastructure. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Problem and Solution Essay Task 2

Some cities create housing areas by providing taller buildings. Others create housing by building houses on a wider area of land. Which solution is better?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Some people think the newly built houses should be the same as the old housing styles in local areas. Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own style. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Two-Part Question Essay Task 2

The population of some cities is growing rapidly. What are the effects on people living in these cities? What solutions can you propose to maintain a good quality of life in urban areas?

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Problem and Solution Essay Task 2

Some people think that governments should focus on reducing environmental pollution and housing problems to help people to prevent illness and disease. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

It is better for college students to live far away from home than live at home with their parents. Do you agree or disagree?

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Positive or Negative Development Essay Task 2

Nowadays some older people choose to live in retirement communities and centers with other people, rather than living with their adult children. Is this a positive or negative development?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Many old buildings protected by law are part of a nation’s history. Some people think they should be knocked down and replaced by new ones. Do you agree or disagree?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Restoration of old building in main cities involves enormous government expenditure. It would be more beneficial to spend this money to build new houses and roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Positive or Negative Development Essay Task 2

In Some countries, many more people are choosing to live alone nowadays than in the past. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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