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IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Schools

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Opinion EssayTask 2

The subjects that children are taught in schools are decided by central authorities. Some people say that teachers, not politicians, should be responsible for this task. To what extent you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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Discussion EssayTask 2

Some people think that secondary school children should study international news as one of the school subjects. Others, however, think that it is a waste of valuable school time and has no value. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

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Opinion EssayTask 2

It is generally accepted that exercise is beneficial for children and teenagers. Therefore, physical education and sport should be compulsory for all students in schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Advantages and Disadvantages EssayTask 2

In the past, lectures were the traditional method of teaching large numbers of students in a classroom. Nowadays new technology is increasingly being used to teach students. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this new approach in teaching?

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