IELTS Energy Podcast 991: Don't Count Words on IELTS Writing!

The video addresses a student's question about IELTS writing, debunking the myth that examiners do not read essays exceeding word limits. It emphasizes that examiners focus on task achievement and coherence rather than word count. The discussion highlights the importance of clear communication, supporting arguments, and staying on topic. It advises against writing excessively, as it can detract from the quality of the essay. The advice is applicable to both academic and general training IELTS students.

What was the student's main concern regarding the IELTS writing task?

• The examiner might not read the entire essay if it's too long.

• The examiner might not understand complex vocabulary.

• The examiner might not like the essay's topic.

• The examiner might not consider the essay's structure.

What is the current practice regarding word count in IELTS essay grading?

• Examiners count every word to ensure the essay meets the limit.

• Examiners focus on the content and coherence, not the word count.

• Examiners only read essays that are exactly 250 words.

• Examiners prefer essays with fewer words.

What is a common misconception about IELTS essay grading?

• Examiners focus on the essay's coherence.

• Examiners prefer essays with complex ideas.

• Examiners are strict about word count.

• Examiners only care about grammar.

What should students focus on to achieve a higher score in IELTS writing?

• Writing about multiple topics.

• Using complex vocabulary and grammar.

• Ensuring the essay is long enough.

• Task achievement and coherence.

What is a key factor in achieving a high task score?

• Direct and clear communication.

• Using a lot of examples.

• Using advanced vocabulary.

• Writing as much as possible.

Why is it important to avoid writing too much in the IELTS essay?

• It can lead to irrelevant details and unsupported reasons.

• It impresses the examiner with effort.

• It shows a wide range of vocabulary.

• It ensures all possible points are covered.

What should students avoid when writing their IELTS essay?

• Using simple language.

• Organizing their essay well.

• Sticking to one main idea.

• Adding unnecessary details.