IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Society – Positive or negative

Ambition is an important characteristic of people in today’s society. How important you think it is for people who want to succeed in life? Is it a positive or negative characteristic for success?

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Some think that having ambition is a good quality. Is it important to be ambitious? Is it a positive or negative characteristic?

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In some societies, sports and entertainment figures are more valued than professionals such as doctors and teachers. Why is this the case, and do you consider it a positive or negative trend?

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In many countries, people increasingly talk about money such as how much they earn or how much they pay for things in their daily conversations. Why? Is this a positive or negative trend?

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In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative development?

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Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology. In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships people make? Is this a positive or negative development?

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Advertisements are becoming more and more common in everyday life. Is this a positive or negative development?

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

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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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