IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Technology – Opinion essays

These days, children tend to spend a great deal of time playing computer games. Some believe this is a beneficial trend while others think it is detrimental. Which viewpoint do you agree with?

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Young people’s use of computers and mobile phones to communicate has a negative impact on their reading and writing skills. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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In a school that makes use of books children find it more boring while using films, tv videos games they find it more interesting. To what extent do you agree with this?

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Remote work has become increasingly common in recent years. Some argue this impairs work habits generally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Some scientists think that computers will soon become more intelligent than humans. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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More and more people today are using computers and electronic devices to access information. Therefore there is no longer any need to print books, magazines or newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Maintaining public libraries is a waste of money since there is computer technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops and on public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

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Some people believe the range of technology available to individuals today is increasing the gap between poor people and rich people. Others think it is having an opposite effect. Discuss these points of view. What is your opinion?

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Some people believe that latest computers and technologies are more convenient that previous ones while others oppose this idea.

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