Writing Task 2

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Canada. Some people believe that schoolchildren should be allowed to make decisions about the school rules, while others think that teachers should be responsible for making the rules. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Sample Band 8 Essay Parents and educators alike have been debating the question of whether or not schoolchildren should be allowed to make their own decisions about school rules, or if teachers should take on that responsibility. Both sides present compelling arguments on how best to approach this issue, but ultimately, I believe that the best way forward is by finding a middle ground between these two opposing views. On one hand, there are those who argue that allowing students some autonomy in this regard will help foster their sense of responsibility and potentially… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Schoolchildren, not teachers, should be in charge of the school rules (discuss + opinion)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Hong Kong. The number of people who are overweight is constantly growing, and the only solution is to increase the prices on unhealthy food and drinks. Do you agree or disagree? Sample Band 8 Essay Obesity is a global issue of concern, as people are becoming increasingly overweight due to poor diets, lack of physical activity and other factors. It has been suggested that increasing the prices of unhealthy food and drinks is the only solution to this problem. Although this may help to some extent, in my opinion, this measure alone won’t help achieve the desired outcome. While increasing the cost of unhealthy food may well be an effective measure in combating global obesity levels, there are several challenges associated with its implementation. Firstly, many individuals who consume… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: To stop obesity we must increase the prices on unhealthy food and drinks (agree/disagree)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Nigeria. In some countries, more and more parents begin to teach their children at home rather than send them to school. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages? Sample Band 8 Essay It is becoming increasingly common for parents in certain countries to opt for homeschooling their children instead of sending them to traditional schools. This trend raises an important question of whether the benefits of homeschooling outweigh the potential drawbacks. Personally, I doubt that homeschooling can replace everything that a school has to offer, especially in terms of social development, friendships and communication skills. One of the clearest advantages of homeschooling is that it allows parents to customize their child’s education and tailor it according to their needs, abilities, and interests. By taking control over what… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: More and more parents begin to teach their children at home (advantages/disadvantages)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Vietnam. Nowadays, many people spend less and less time with family. Why is this happening? How does this affect individuals and their families? Sample Band 8 Essay Due to a host of growing influences in our society, it has become increasingly common across all levels of society for individuals to spend less and less time with their families. This alarming development has had a profound effect on people and their families. One of the main reasons for this trend is work commitments. With more positions requiring long hours and involving challenging tasks, it can be difficult for people to carve out enough time to spend with loved ones. This is particularly true for those working in fields such as finance or technology where long working days are the norm… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: People spend less and less time with family (reasons and solutions)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in the UAE. These days, many people like to watch live performances (such as shows or concerts) at home, either on TV or on a computer, instead of attending in-person. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh its disadvantages? Sample Band 8 Essay More and more people are choosing to watch live performances from the comfort of their own homes for a variety of reasons. Cost, convenience and safety make this an attractive option and I, personally, am not immune to its appeal; however, there are drawbacks as well, and the question of whether they outweigh the advantages remains. The primary advantage of watching live performances at home is that it allows people to enjoy these events without having to leave the house. This is why those who are unable… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Many people like to watch live performances at home instead of attending in-person (advantages/disadvantages)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Thailand. Schools should teach subjects that are needed for academic success and to pass examinations. Practical life skills such as cookery, dressmaking, and wood crafting should be taught at home, by family and friends. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Sample Band 8 Essay Whether schools should focus their curricula on academic success and passing examinations, or teach practical life skills such as cookery, dressmaking and wood crafting is a highly debatable topic. While some people may believe that these hands-on experiences are better learnt at home with the help of family and friends, I firmly disagree, as it seems to me that schools ought to provide students with both sets of knowledge in order for them to succeed academically and practically throughout their lives. Practical life… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Schools should only teach academic subjects, not practical life skills (agree/disagree)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Iran and Pakistan. Some people think that visiting museums and art galleries is the best way to learn about art, while others believe that there are better ways of doing that. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Sample Band 8 Essay For years, people have been debating the question of whether visiting museums and art galleries is the most beneficial way to learn about art, or whether it should be taught in a conventional way. Each approach offers its own unique benefits and compelling arguments, making the choice harder. Those who believe that visiting museums and art galleries is the optimal way to learn about art, often point out the advantages of being able to see pieces up close and be immersed in a museum’s collection, which can… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Visiting museums and art galleries is the best way to learn about art (discuss + opinion)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Pakistan. In some countries, people these days spend very little time with their children. What are the causes of this? Whom does this affect more, parents or children? Sample Band 8 Essay In recent years, many countries have seen a stark decrease in the time that parents spend with their children. It is clear that this issue impacts both parents and children negatively, however, it is ultimately the latter who will face long-term repercussions. This necessitates immediate steps to bring the quality of parent-child relationships back up to an acceptable level. First and foremost, it is worth exploring why this trend has developed in the recent years. In many cases, it is a result of longer working hours for parents. In an effort to provide for their families financially… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: People these days spend very little time with their children (reasons and solutions)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in Nigeria. Some people believe that the government should be responsible for transporting students to school, while others believe that parents should bring their children to school. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Sample Band 8 Essay Some people believe that school transport should be handled by the government, while others think that this responsibility falls squarely on parents’ shoulders. As with any debatable issue, each argument carries merit and there are several factors to be considered, to reach a sensible conclusion. If the government were to organise student transportation, it would prove to be a cost-effective and safe solution. This could reduce stress on family budgets by providing an essential service at no cost and free up valuable resources which then could be spent elsewhere in the home.… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Who should transport students to school, parents or government? (discuss + opinion)

This essay topic was seen in a recent IELTS test in India. Some people think that teachers require training to become good at their profession. Others believe that a good teacher has all the necessary qualities and does not need any training. Discuss both views and give your opinion. Sample Band 8 Essay Some people believe that acquiring the skills necessary to become a good teacher should involve formal training, while others contend that teachers possess certain inherent qualities and no additional education is required. As training is something most professions require, it is only reasonable to assume that teaching is no different; at the same time many of us have met teachers who were great at what they do because of their personality. In my opinion, being a good teacher is impossible without some training, however, suitable character traits… Read More »IELTS essay, topic: Teachers require training to become good at their profession (discuss + opinion)