IELTS Writing Task 2

How many sentences should you write in your introduction?

• 2/3

• 1

• 4

• However many you want.

Why do you paraphrase the statement?

• To show off your vocabulary and grammar

• Because you have to

• To show the examiner you understand the statement

• All the above

What should the thesis statement do?

• Introduce the topic

• Answer the essay question

How should the body paragraphs be structured?

• First point, example, topic sentence, summary

• Topic sentence, explanation, example.

What defines a good topic sentence?

• It identifies the main idea of the paragraph – the main point

• It restates the topic

Must your conclusion agree with you introduction?

• It doesn’t really matter

• No

• Yes

Should you introduce any new points in your conclusion?

• Yes, absolutely

• Definitely not, you should summarise the points covered and rephrase your thesis statement.

• It doesn’t really matter

What type of essay is this:

Computers have made it possible for people to work from home instead of working in offices every day. This should be encouraged as it good for both workers and employers.

To what extent do you agree?

• Opinion

• Advantage/

  Disadvantage

• Problem - Solution

• Two part question

What type of essay is this:

Overpopulation is a major problem in many urban centres around the world. What problems does this cause? How can we solve the issue of overpopulation?

• Opinion

• Advantage/

  Disadvantage

• Problem - Solution

• Two part question

What type of essay is this:

In today’s society, success is often measured in terms of wealth and possessions. Do you think these are the best measure of success? What makes a successful person?

• Opinion

• Advantage/

  Disadvantage

• Problem - Solution

• Two Part question