IELTS WritingReported by test takers
IELTS Writing questions reported in July 2026
Writing questions reported by test takers in July 2026. Updated 4 Oct 2026.
27 Jul – 31 Jul5 questions
Raising the Minimum Legal Driving Age for Road Safety
Some people think that the best way to increase road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars and riding motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Laws Limiting Working Hours for Employees
Some countries have introduced laws to limit working hours for employees. Why are these laws introduced? Do you think they are a positive or negative development?
Are Schools Still Necessary With Internet Learning
Some people say that schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information through the Internet, and they can study just as well at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
The only reason why people work hard is to earn money and there is no other reason for doing so. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Young people are often influenced in their behaviors and situations by others in the same age group. This is called “peer pressure”. Do the disadvantages of peer pressure outweigh the advantages?
Week of 20 Jul – 26 Jul9 questions
Some people think news has no connection to people's lives, so it is a waste of time to read the news in newspapers and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Spending Money on Space Exploration Technology
Some people believe that spending money on developing technology for space exploration is not justifiable and that there are more beneficial ways to spend this money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Banning Mobile Phones in Public Places
Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops and on public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government Investment in Science Education Over Other Subjects
Some people think that the government should invest more money in teaching science than other subjects in order for a country to develop and progress. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Economic Wealth and Citizen Satisfaction in Rich Countries
Some experts believe that when a country is already rich, any additional increase in economic wealth does not make its citizens any more satisfied. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Economic Growth, World Poverty, and the Environment
Some say that economic growth is the only way to eliminate world poverty and hunger, while others say that economic growth is destroying the environment and must stop. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Ambition is a positive quality for people to have in society today. How important is it for people who want to succeed in life? Is it a positive or negative characteristic?
In many countries, people now wear western clothes such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clothing. Is this a positive or negative development?
Today more people put personal and private information online (address, phone number and credit card number) do everyday activities such as banking, shopping. Is this a positive or negative development?
Week of 13 Jul – 19 Jul10 questions
Some people claim that governments should ban risky sports. Others, however, believe that individuals should have the freedom to choose any sports activity they like. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Family members and friends caring for elderly people find it hard to spend enough time looking after them. What are the causes of this problem? What solutions can you suggest?
Some groups of people have benefited from modern communications technology but some people do not benefit at all. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Some people believe that young people should be free to pursue their desired jobs, while others think they should choose jobs that are more practical for their future. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In some countries, there is not enough recycling of waste materials (e.g. paper, glass, and cans). What are the reasons and solutions?
In some cities, public parks and open spaces are being changed into gardens where local residents can grow their own fruit and vegetables. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
In many countries, obesity and unhealthy eating habits are increasing. What are the reasons for this trend? What is the most effective way to prevent it?
Media coverage of violent crime frightens people and encourages criminals. Some people say it should be banned from newspapers and TV programs. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Some people think watching TV is bad for children while others think that watching TV has more beneficial effects on children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Some people say that a lot of scientific research done today is a waste of time and money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Week of 6 Jul – 12 Jul9 questions
Everyone should stay in school until they reach the age of 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Students Struggling to Focus at School
Many students find it difficult to focus or pay attention at school nowadays. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?
Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in a group while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
In many countries today, people buy a range of household goods (television, microwave, oven and rick cookers). Is it a positive or negative development?
Doctors recommend that older people exercise regularly. However, many older people do not exercise enough. What could be the reason for this? What can be done to encourage them to do physical activities?
In many countries, people decide to have children at a later age than in the past. Why? Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
Some people think dangerous extreme sports such as skydiving and rock climbing should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Nowadays, children spend a lot of time watching TV and playing computer games. Some people believe this has negative effects on children's mental abilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Many doctors recommend that older people should get regular exercise, but most patients do not follow this advice. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?
27 Jul – 31 Jul6 questions
The plans show the ground floor of the library in 2001 and how it was redeveloped in 2009.
The graph below shows the production levels of main fuels in a European country from 1981 to 2000.
The diagram gives information about the process of making carbonated drinks.
The chart shows the percentage of household expenditure on goods and services in a country from 1995 to 2005.
The chart gives information about the number and purposes of trips made by men and women in one year in a certain European country.
The graph below shows the production levels of the main kinds of fuel in the UK between 1981 and 2000.
Week of 20 Jul – 26 Jul9 questions
The charts below show average age of men and women who retired from work in seven countries in 2004 and 2008.
The plans below show the South Wing of Walton Museum in 2008 and in 2012 after it was redeveloped.
The table below shows information about the population of New Zealand from 2011 to 2012 by age group.
The two maps below show the TV centre ten years ago and now.
The graph below shows the number of students choosing 5 different subjects to study in the UK in three different years and also shows the percentage change.
The charts below show the proportion of graduates with different qualifications working in one engineering company in 1980 and 2008.
The table below shows the percentage of working men and women in different areas of employment in one country in 1986, 1996 and 2006.
The table below describes water usage for 3 different purposes in 6 countries in 2003.
The chart below shows the average earnings of people in various areas of work in one country in 2000 and 2010. The table shows the average salary for all sectors in the same period.
Week of 13 Jul – 19 Jul11 questions
The graphs show changes in the trends of the urban and rural population and by different age groups from 1950 to 2040.
The charts below show the proportion of the energy produced from different sources in a country between 1985 and 2003.
The graph below shows the number of overseas visitors who came to the UK for different purposes between 1989 and 2009.
The graph below shows the quantities of goods transported in the UK between 1974 and 2002 by four different modes of transport.
The table below shows the information about the positions held by women in parliament and in management in 5 countries in 2000.
The graphs below illustrate trends in population in Southern Pacific Ocean countries from 1950, with projections up to 2040.
The line graph below illustrates the proportion of mobile phone sales by three manufacturers (Motorola, Nokia and Sony Ericsson) between 1994 and 2004.
The charts give information about the average amount of time per day spent on two common leisure activities of different age groups in New Zealand.
The graph and chart below give information about migration to the UK. The graph below shows how long immigrants in the year 2000-2008 intended to stay in the UK. And the pie-chart shows reasons for migration in 2008.
The line graph shows the number of mobile phone subscriptions per 100 people in Africa over a given period.
The mixed charts show changes in two sets of data over a given period.
Week of 6 Jul – 12 Jul8 questions
The graph shows the average height of men (centimeters) from four countries between 1775 and 1975.
The table below shows employment patterns for males and females in New Zealand in 1993 and 2003.
The chart below shows the waste disposal in one European Country in four years 2005, 2006, 2007, and 2008.
The maps below show Riverside Park in 2010 and at the present time.
The chart below shows the percentage of a car manufacturer’s total sales in various regions from 2006 to 2010.
The chart below shows the percentage of people buying takeaway food on different days of the week in a town in three separate years: 2009, 2011 and 2013.
The graph below shows the percentage of people by age group visiting the cinema at least once per month in one particular country between 1978 and 2008.
The bar chart shows the number of homes, each worth 5 million dollars or more, sold in eight cities.