IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Society

Competitiveness is considered a positive quality for people in most societies. Is it a positive or a negative trend?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Some people think that the teenage years are the happiest time of most people’s lives. Others think that adult life brings more happiness, in spite of greater responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

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an increasing number of people are choosing cosmetology surgery to improve their appearance. What are the reasons? Do you think is it a positive or negative development?

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In the future, it is expected that there will be a higher proportion of older people in some countries. Is this positive or negative development?

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Some claim that studying abroad has great benefits for a student’s home country. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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The use of mobile phones is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain places so mobile phones should be banned like smoking. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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In some countries the percentage of 15 year-olds in the population is already significant and is continuing to grow. Are there more advantages or disadvantages to this trend?

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It is sometimes said that people who travel outside of their own country are more tolerant and understanding of others. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Many people think that every individual is responsible for their happiness, but people believe there are other external factors that influence us. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Competitiveness is a positive quality for people in most societies. How does competitiveness affect individuals? Is it a positive or negative trend?

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