IELTS Writing Task 2Topic
Personal choices
Banning Dangerous Sports or Freedom of Choice
Some people believe that the government should ban dangerous sporting activities while others think that people have the freedom do whatever sports they choose. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Free Choice vs Realistic Careers for Young People
Some people say young people should be completely free to choose their future job, but others think young people must be more realistic in their choice. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Accepting Bad Situations vs Trying to Improve Them
Some people believe that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others argue that it is better to try and improve such situations. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Reasons People Resist Change and Why It Is Positive
Some people dislike changes in their society and in their own lives, and want things to stay the same. Why do some people want things to stay the same? Why should change be regarded as something positive?
Products and Treatments to Look Younger
Nowadays it's possible for people to buy many products or pay for treatments that help them to look younger. Is this a good thing or a bad thing?
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?
Children Making Their Own Everyday Choices
Some people believe that allowing children to make their own choices on everyday matters (such as food, clothes and entertainment) is likely to result in a society of individuals who only think about their own wishes. Other people believe that it is important for children to make decisions about matters that affect them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Trying New Things vs Sticking to Familiar Routines
Some people like to try new things, for example, places to visit and types of food. Other people prefer to keep doing things they are familiar with. Discuss both these attitudes and give your own opinion.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Taking Risks in Life
It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?
Living Close to Where You Were Born
Some people spend most of their lives living close to where they were born. What might be the reasons for this? What are the advantages and disadvantages?