IELTS tip
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Structure + Useful Language
Introduction
Aim to write three sentences around 60 words in total.
1. Sentence 1 – Paraphrase the task question or write a general statement relating to the topic using synonyms of the key words used in the question.
E.g. These days, many local governments spend large portions of their
budget not only on public services, but also on the visual arts. E.g. Some
people believe that education is what they really need to obtain to be
successful while others claim that despite not getting it they still have a
chance to find a place in their life.
2. Sentence 2 – State your opinion or point of view on the question being asked.
E.g – Although I agree that it is important to invest in local amenities, I
do not think spending on the visual arts is a waste of money. In my opinion, getting a
degree is expected to be an essential part of people’s life.
3. Sentence 3 – Give an essay overview including a summarizing phrase like:
E.g. This essay will discuss this issue using examples to support arguments
and demonstrate points. There are several positive reasons for that.
Useful language for introduction
A general statement. What are you going to write about?
· It is common knowledge that…»
— «Всем известно, что…».
· The problem / issue / question
of… has always aroused heated / sharp disputes /debates / discussions /
controversy — «Проблема… всегда вызывала оживлённые дебаты».
· «The sight of smb Ving*… is
familiar to everyone. But have you
ever wondered whether…?» — «Вид (кого-то делающего чего-то) знаком всем. Но вы
когда-нибудь задумывались… ли…?»
· «Our modern world is
unthinkable / unimaginable / inconceivable without… -
Paraphrase the topic.
·
Many people are
in favour of……while others are convinced that…..
·
Our modern world
is unthinkable / unimaginable / inconceivable without… However, there are
plenty of people who believe that it is not necessary / doubt the necessity /
importance / use / benefit / good of…»
·
So the question
is: which option is better?
·
Let’s speculate
who is right: to proponents / defendants / fans of… who claim that… or the
opponents / adversaries, who believe in…»
Supporting Paragraphs
Supporting Paragraph 1
Sentence 1
– State your 1st position.
·
Eg. On the one
hand, spending a significant amount of the government budget on public services
is beneficial for society. Firstly, today, more people are seeing the
significance of a college education and its role in providing better job
opportunities and a comfortable lifestyle.
Sentence 2 – Explain why you hold that position.
E.g. Providing for basic amenities, such as hospitals, roads, and schools, helps to determine the quality of life that most citizens will have. E.g. Graduates who have a higher education typically have more jobs open to them than those who don’t further their education after high school.
Sentence 3
– Give an academic example that backs up your idea.
· E.g. For
example, a recent survey by Education Today shows that countries that spend
more on schools have a population that is higher in literacy, by 65%, compared
to those that dedicate no money to education. (According to statistics), In fact, employers are raising their
educational requirements for the last five years.
Sentence 4
– Summarise the paragraph showing how your example links your
idea/argument back to the main idea.
· E.g. Therefore, it is apparent that spending on public services is a worthwhile investment for a government. E.g. Consequently, it is widely accepted that graduate diplomas stand a candidate in better stead for a job.
Supporting
Paragraph 2:
Sentence 1 – State your 2nd position.
Eg. However, this does not mean that the visual arts should be completely neglected. E.g. On the other hand, there are people who oppose this view and believe that schooling takes a lot of time, finances and endurance.
Sentence 2 – Explain why you hold that position.
Eg. The visual arts also have an important impact on our quality of life. Since college gradation is expensive, not everybody can afford to complete it.
Sentence 3 – Give an academic example that backs up your idea.
Eg. For example, a recent study conducted by the World Health Organization concluded that individuals that regularly visit art galleries are cited as being 20% happier in life than people who do not.
E.g. According to recent research, about half of bachelor's degree recipients graduate with debts.
Sentence 4 – Summarise the paragraph showing how your example links your idea/argument back to the main idea.
Eg. Seeing the health benefits that many people get from the visual arts, it is important that the government assists such institutions so that they can continue to provide pleasure to the public.
Conclusion
For the
conclusion, aim to write just one or two sentences that paraphrase what you’ve
discussed in the essay. Try to keep to under 45 words.
Sentence 1 – Summarise the essay.
Be sure to start this sentence with an
appropriate linking phrase (i.e. In conclusion, To sum up, Consequently)
followed by an overall summary of what you’ve just written.
E.g. To sum up, although there are clear benefits of ensuring a large amount of investment goes into public services, I do not believe spending money on the arts is a waste of money as this too provides important benefits.
Sentence 2
– Give a Final Thought.
· Eg. In the
future, governments should consider budgeting for both.
· Eg. Taking everything into account, the benefits of having a higher education outweigh the disadvantages. Even though, a basic education is enough to read my written words, a degree is necessary to become a successful businessman, lawyer or politician.
IELTS Writing Task 2: Opinion Essay 2 - A gift for a child's development
A gift (such as a camera, a soccer ball, or an animal) can contribute to a child’s development. What gift would you give to help a child develop? Why? Use reasons and specific examples to support your choice.
Would you prefer to live in a traditional house or in a modern apartment building? Use specific reasons and details to support your choice.
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IELTS Writing Task 2: Opinion Essay 4 - Borrowing money from a friend
It is sometimes said that borrowing money from a friend can harm or damage the friendship. Do you agree? Why or why not? Use reasons and specific examples to explain your answer.
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