IELTS Writing Task 2 Questions: Work

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Online shopping is becoming more common these days. What effect could this have on the environment and the types of jobs required?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

In some places, shops are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Do you think it is good for customers, shop staff and our society as a whole?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Nowadays more tasks at home and work are being performed by robots. Is this a negative or positive development?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

The values that we learn from our parents and family have a greater influence on our future success than knowledge and skills we learn at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Many people say that the only way to guarantee a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree with the above views?

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Opinion Essay Task 2

Students should be taught academic knowledge so that they can pass exams, and skills such as cooking or dressing should not be taught. To what extent do you agree/disagree?

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The role of parents and family in the future success of a person is more important than knowledge and skills learnt at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Discussion Essay Task 2

Nowadays, many people are now spending more and more time travelling to work or school. Some people believe that this is a negative development while others think there are some benefits. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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Opinion Essay Task 2

It is a good idea for people to continue working in their old age, if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree?

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Countries with long average working time are more economically successful, but they are also likely to suffer from negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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