IELTS Writing Task 2Question type
Opinion essays
Take a clear position and support it with developed reasons.
Encouraging Children to Study Less and Exercise More
Parents should encourage children to spend less time studying and more time doing physical activities. 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?
Compulsory Schooling Until Age 18
Everyone should stay in school until they reach the age of 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Spread of English as a Global Language
The advantages of the spread of English as a global language will continue to outweigh its disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Prison Versus Better Education to Solve Crime
Prison is the common way most countries try to solve the problem of crime. However, a more practical solution is to provide the public with a better education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Early Career Path vs Changing Jobs Frequently
People who decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it are more likely to have a satisfying working life than those who change jobs frequently. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Social Skills and Qualifications for Job Success
Some employers are giving increased importance to employing people with good social skills in addition to good qualifications. Do you agree or disagree that social skills are as important as good qualifications for success in a job?
Government Spending on Public Art in Cities
Some people suggest that the government should spend money putting more works of art, like paintings and statues, into towns and cities to make them attractive places. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Solving Urgent Problems Through International Cooperation
Many people today feel that most urgent problems can only be solved by international cooperation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Planting Trees vs Building Housing in Cities
Some people say it is more important to plant trees in the open spaces in towns and cities than to build more housing. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Technology Advancements and Crime Reduction
Crime rates are likely to decline due to advancements in technology, which will make it easier to prevent and solve crimes. 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?
Age Group Influence on Shopping Habits
The shopping habits of people depend more on their age group than on any other factors. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Quality of Life: 21st Century vs Previous Centuries
People living in the 21st century have a better quality of life than people who lived in previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Working Hard Solely to Earn Money
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?
Compulsory Full-Time Education Until Age 18
Some people think all young people should be required to have full-time education until they are at least 18 years old. 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?
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?
Music Bringing Different Cultures and Ages Together
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Will Online Shopping Close All Physical Shops
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and cities closing. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Arts Education in Primary Schools
Some say that music, art and drama are as important as other school subjects, especially at the primary level. Do you agree or disagree?
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?
Preventing Animal Extinction as a Natural Process
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct. There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Future Preference for Domestic Holidays Over Travel Abroad
In the future, more people will choose to go on holiday in their own country and not travel abroad on holiday. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Celebrity Glamour, Wealth, and Impact on Youth
Nowadays celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievements, and this sets a bad example for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Choosing Between a Life Without Work and Working
When asked to choose between a life without work and working most of the time, people would always choose not to work. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Free University Education for All Students
Some People Think that everyone has the right to have access to university education and that the Government should make it free for all students no matter what financial Backgroud They have. to extend do you agree or disagree with this opinion.
Company Sponsorship of Sports Events
Large companies use sports events to promote their products. Some people think this has a negative impact on sports. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your own opinion and relevant examples.
Negative Impact of Advertising on People's Lives
Write about the following topic Today, people are surrounded by advertising. This affects what people think is important and has a negative impact on people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do Hobbies Need to Be Difficult to Be Enjoyable
Some people believe that hobbies need to be difficult to be enjoyable. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Social Responsibilities of Businesses vs Making Money
As well as making money businesses also have a responsibility towards society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Government Action Against Overusing Natural Resources
The overuse of natural resources causes an ultimate exhaust of them. People have been using them to be in the swim of new styles such as making new furniture of recent design. This causes a huge harm to the environment. Therefore, the government should discourage people the overuse of these resources. To what extent do you support or oppose the idea?
Future of Printed Newspapers and Books
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Working for a Large vs Small Company
Some people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree?
Providing Free Water Supply to Every Home
Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore, every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree?
Tall Apartment Blocks for Housing in Large Cities
The best way to provide enough homes in large cities is to build tall apartment blocks. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Importance of Having at Least One Hobby
It is important for children, young adults, working people and the retired to have at least one hobby. What's your opinion about this?
Stricter Punishments for Driving Offenders and Road Safety
The only way to improve the safety on our own road is to have stricter punishment for driving offenders. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Planning for the Future vs Living in the Present
Some people believe that planning for the future is a waste of time because they think that focusing on the present is more important. To what do you extent agree or disagree?
Spending Public Money on Health Prevention Versus Treatment
Some people think it is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment for people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Whether Women Make Better Parents Than Men
Many people believe that women make better parents than men and that is why they have the greater role in raising children in most societies. Others claim that men are just as good as women at parenting. Write an essay expressing your point of view.
Safe Alternatives to Fossil Fuels as a Global Priority
The exploration and development of safe alternatives to fossil fuels should be the most important global priority today. to what extent do you agree or disagree?
Vegetarianism for Personal Health and Global Benefits
Some people choose to eat no meat or fish. They believe that this is not only better for their own health but also benefits the world as a whole. Discuss this viewpoint and give your own opinion.
Salary as the Main Factor When Choosing a Job
When choosing a job, the salary is the most important consideration. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Benefits and Disadvantages of Nuclear Technology
The threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace and nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Reducing City Traffic by Limiting the Need to Travel
The only way to reduce the amount of traffic in cities today is by reducing the need for people to travel from home to work, shopping and education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Learning Language Culture and Lifestyles
In order to learn a language well, we should also learn about the country as well as the cultures and lifestyles of the people who speak this language. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Mandatory Childhood Vaccination vs Parental Choice
Many childhood diseases can now be prevented through the use of vaccines. Should parents be made by law to immunise their children against common diseases or should individuals have the right to choose not to immunise their children?
Teachers vs Parents Influence on Child Development
Once children start school, teachers have more influence on their intellectual and social development than parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Unpaid Community Work Instead of Prison for Prisoners
Some people think certain prisoners should be made to do unpaid community work instead of being put behind bars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
University Students Doing Other Activities
Full-time university students spend a lot of time studying. Some say they should do other activities too. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Do Computers Make Life Easier or More Stressful
While some people opine that computers have made our life more convenient and easier, others, however, oppose it and say that computers have actually made our life more complex and stressful. What is your opinion on this?
International Tourism: Tension or Understanding
Nowadays, international tourism is the biggest industry in the world. Unfortunately, international tourism creates tensions rather than understanding between people from different countries. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Buying Few Expensive Clothes vs Many Cheaper Clothes
It is better to buy just a few expensive clothes, rather than lots of cheaper clothes. Do you agree or disagree?
Making Sugary Food and Drink Products More Expensive
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Causes of Youth Violent Crime and Emotional Learning
Recent figures show an increase in violent crime among youngsters under the age of 18. Some psychologists claim that the basic reason for this is that children these days are not getting the social and emotional learning they need from parents and teachers. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Increasing Fuel Cost to Solve Environmental Problems
The best way to solve the world’s environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
International Sports Events and Global Tension
Popular events like the football world cup and other international sporting occasions are essential in easing international tensions and releasing patriotic emotions in a safe way. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Equal Numbers of Male and Female University Students
Universities should accept equal numbers of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Capital Punishment and Controlling Violent Crime
Without capital punishment (the death penalty), our lives are less secure, and crimes of violence increase. Capital punishment is essential to control violence in society. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
University Education vs Work Experience for a Career
Many people say that the only way to guarantee a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. How far do you agree or disagree with the above views? Give reason for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Should the Working Week Be Shorter with Longer Weekends?
The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree?
Should the Main Aim of Science Be Improving Lives
The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Importance of Saving Money for the Future
It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?