IELTS Writing Task Two Booklet

(2021)
Main Points in the Writing Booklet:
1- Structure of the Writing Exam
2- Sample Exams
3- Start with Task 1 or Task 2? What are the steps in the Exam?
4- Manage your time: Skeleton of Task 2
5- Manage your time: CHIPSET and Brainstorming Techniques in Task
Two Writing
6- Manage your time: grammar and vocabulary chunks
7- Revision Time: Marking criteria and Task 2 Band Descriptors
8- Types of Task 2 for Task Achievement
9- Sample Essay analyzed
10- Sample Essays (30 Essays: Read 2 every day in the Study Plan)

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 -1- Structure Writing TASK 2
Provided in paper based and Computer Based versions
(30 WPM +No spelling or language checker in CBT)
ACADEMIC MODULE GENERAL TRAINING
Seven Types of Task 1: Three Types of Task 1:

• Line chart - Formal Letter: Unknown

• Bar Chart recipient

- Semi-formal Letter: known
• Table
recipient but a formal relation.
• Pie chart
- Informal Letter: a friend
• Map
• Process
• Mixed charts
Other Information: Other Information:
- Words: 150 words - Words: 150 words
- Time: 20 minutes - Time: 20 minutes
- Score: 3/ 9 - Score: 3/ 9
Task 2 Essay:
- Discussion Essays: Discuss problem and provide solutions.
- Opinion Essays: Do you agree or disagree?
- Discussion- Opinion Essays: Discuss both views and give your opinion.
- Dual or Double question Essays: (Wh-questions)
Other Information:
- Words: 250 words / Time: 40 minutes / Score: 6/ 9

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 -2- Sample Task 2 Exams

GENERAL TRAINING

TASK 1:
A friend has agreed to look after your house and pet while you are on holiday.
Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
 give contact details for when you are away
 give instructions about how to care for your pet
 describe other household duties

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear …………………,

Task 2:

In some countries prisoners are allowed comfortable accommodation, good food,

and healthcare. Do you think this is appropriate? To what extent do you agree or
disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to support your position.

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 Academic Module

Task 1:
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The diagram below shows the number of landline telephones per 1000 people in different countries
over a five-year period.
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.

Write at least 150 words.

Task 2:

In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems
as a result of eating too much fast food. It is therefore necessary for governments to
impose a higher tax on this kind of food.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

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 3- Start with Task 1 or Task 2? What are the steps in the Exam?
1. Read both task 1 and task 2 of the exam. Underline keywords in both
tasks. (1 minute)

2. Go to Task 1, analyze keywords, brainstorm ideas before writing and

finish Task 1 (Suggested Time: 17 minutes)

3. Start writing Task 2 (Suggested Time: 30-35 minutes)

- Decide on the structure of the essay from the question type (Body 1?
Body 2?)
- Decide on the idea of each paragraph and opinion has to be outlined in
the intro and conclusion.
- In the last 10 minutes, revise your essay (Suggested Time: 5-10
Minutes).

IF YOU DO NOT REVISE YOUR WRTING, THEN YOU WILL NEVER SCORE BAND 7.

MISSION
IMPOSSIBLE

But how can you manage your time to have 10 minutes for proofreading?

Nothing is impossible.

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 -4- Manage your time: Skeleton of Task 2 Essay

Recent Topic (2020): Parents teach their children a second language at an early stage. Do you agree or disagree?

Paragraph Sentences Sample Essay

Introduction Background Sentence: (Simple Sentence) Education is the key to the
(3-4 sentences) General statement in a simple sentence; description of the main development of any nation.
- B-R-O-T topic.
Rephrase Sentence: (Complex Sentence) Whilst some fathers and mothers
-Do not copy words except technical terminology (e.g. internet, provide their dependents with a
technology and computers). foreign language during their
- you can change the structure of the sentence from active to childhood years, others may
passive or vice versa. disagree.
-Provide a variety of vocabulary:
* Definition: parents= fathers and mothers
*synonyms = parents = guardians
*Change of word type = children=childhood/ technological/
educational/ teachers.
*Avoid the repetition of “people”: consumers, scientists,
architects, experts, educators, medics and sociologists.
Opinion and position of the writer: (complex with noun clause I am of the belief that you learners
that or passive voice with noun clause) should acquire a second language
- Express your opinion followed by the reasons. to understand other cultures and
- All essay types require opinion except for discussion work at the international market.
questions. In this type, start with “It is believed that…”
(It is believed that the main cause of crimes is poverty.)
Thesis Statement: (passive voice) My point of view will be further
explained below.
Leave a space between a paragraph and another
Body 1 - Topic sentence (T) : (Compound or Complex) To begin with, teaching a second
(4-6 sentences ) title of the body and the main idea in a compound language is important, and it helps
- TEX(A)S sentence (and/but/yet) or complex (because)

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- One title for - You can start with “To begin with, In the beginning, To children get exposed to diverse
each body in the embark on, On the one hand, or first”. cultures. (Main Idea)
topic sentence. - Explanation sentence (E): (complex with when or if) In other words, when the child
it illustrates how… understands another language, he
- You can start the sentence with “To illustrate, To will be able to communicate with
explain or In other words” and learn from people from
different cultures.
- Example sentence (X): (complex where-which-who) An eminent example is YouTube,
- You can start the sentence with “For example”, “For Facebook and other social media
instance”, “a prime or eminent example is…” or “This platforms which have enables
can witnessed in (place Egypt)…” juniors understand different
currents of thoughts from the
West.
Summary sentence (S): What can be said is that in the
Its function and grammatical structure could be: global world, it is pivotal for
1- Summary through negation (without) (preposition) future generation to be aware of
2- Recommendation or advice (It is recommended the world around them with its
that…passive voice) challenges and cultural trends.
3- Summary with your opinion (if required) (complex… (or)
I believe that…) Without a second language,
4- Summary with inversion (Not only but also) children would not be able to
5- Summary with a cleft sentence: what can said is survive in the new millennium.
that…
Leave a space between a paragraph and another
Body 2 Topic sentence in body 2 is related to body 1 with emphasis or Furthermore, studying a different
Body 1 opposition. (Compound or complex) language is important because
(4-6 sentences ) - Emphasis of the same idea: In addition, Furthermore, parents have to prepare their
- TEX(A)S Moreover or Another reason is… or Second, youngsters for their future career.
- Opposition of body 1: Conversely, On the other hand,
Nevertheless or An opposite view claims that…

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- One title for - Explanation sentence (E): (complex with when or if) If a graduate is equipped with
each body in the it illustrates how… multiple languages, this gives him
topic sentence. - You can start the sentence with “To illustrate, To the momentum to hunt a
(4-6 sentences ) explain or In other words” prestigious and lucrative ‫ﻣرﺑﺣﺔ‬job.
-Example sentence (X): (complex where-which-who) For instance, in Egypt, many
You can start the sentence with “For example”, “For instance”, international companies hire fresh
“a prime or eminent example is…” or “This can witnessed in graduates who have more than
(place Egypt)…” one language because another
language means more work
opportunities with other
countries.
Summary sentence (S): Therefore, not only do youngsters
Its function and grammatical structure could be: need soft skills, but they have to
1- Summary through negation (without) acquire another language to have
(preposition) a steady job in the world market.
2- Recommendation or advice (It is recommended
that…passive voice)
3- Summary with your opinion (if required)
(complex… I believe that…)
4- Summary with inversion (Not only but also)
5- Summary with a cleft sentence: what can said is
that…
Leave a space between a paragraph and another
Conclusion - Summary (Complex): both ideas of body 1 and body 2 In conclusion, after this essay has
(2-3 sentences) - You can use the complex sentence with “after…” provided the reasons why it is
-SO - Start with “In conclusion”, “To conclude”, “Finally” or “In important to teach children a
summary”. second language, it can be claimed
that language acquisition is pivotal
for understanding other cultures
and having a job.

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 Opinion and position of the writer: prediction, summary or I believe that children should be
recommendation. exposed to a plethora of cultures
and languages, but parents should
maintain their cultural identity as
well.

-5- Manage your time: Brainstorming Ideas

Idea Triggers for global topics: CHIPSET

C (4) H (3) I (3) P (2) S (2) E (4) T (4)
Cultural Health Interpersonal Political Society: Economic Technology
Children History Skills Psychological Family Education Time
Crimes Humanities Influencers Gender Eating habits Traffic
Communication (6) Class Environment transport
Industry Generation
-Science

Check the following topics and provide the idea triggers:

1- Nowadays, some students prefer to do a part time job while studying. Is this positive or
negative?
2- Some young people prefer to live on their own. Do you agree or disagree?
3- Global warming is a threat. Discuss the problem and provide solutions.
4- Celebrities are highly paid. Do you think they deserve what they earn?
5- Fewer people are currently using the pen, pencil and brush for writing. What are the
reasons that lead to this? Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
6- Robots will replace human beings in many jobs. Do the advantages outweigh the
disadvantages?

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 -6- Manage your time: Grammar and Vocabulary Chunks
Note: Read sample essay and extra grammar chunks.
Introduction Examples
B - It can be assumed that…
- Over the last few year…
- These days, ….
- There are some people who think that…
- Whilst it is true to say that…, other people are of the belief that…
- Scientific findings have recently unveiled the fact that…
- The issue of …, which is a topic of global concern, can be seen from various
dimensions.
- There is an increasing trend nowadays among people that…
- Whilst some people are of the view that…, others adopt the stance that…
- The public opinion about the idea/issue of… is that ….
- It is indisputable that the internet plays an essential role in people’s lives.
- It is widely acknowledged that modern technology makes our world a better place.
- It is commonly believed that education offers us more opportunities to get higher
salaries and a better life.
- Some individuals believe that parents should teach their children how to be
a positive part of their community
- Some people hold the view that that car emissions have an enormous impact on the
environment.
- Some argue that…
- From my point of view, the internet is of paramount importance.
- From my perspective, authorities should…
- Numerous people view that…
- Some do not think that= Some people are skeptical about the idea that…

S Paraphrase the topic:

People = There is a public belief = some nations= some individuals
Believe = view = are of the belief that
Opinion - It is believed/ assumed/ suggested. (indirect opinion)
(It depends on - I agree that…
the type of - I take a stance against the use of the internet in matching couples.
question)/ - I am a staunch believer that parents are the best teachers to any child.
Indirect opinion - I hold the view that…
or direct - I am convinced that…
opinion? - I believe that…
- From my perspective,
- I am of the belief that…
- I am of the opinion that…
- In my opinion,
- In my view,
- I think that…

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 - I agree that…
- I disagree that
- I cannot accept the common trend that…

T - Both advantages and disadvantages will be discussed below.

- The problem will be discussed and some solutions will be suggested in this essay.
- This essay manifests the reasons why I agree/disagree that…
- I believe that the merits of… surpass its demerits, and the rationale will be further
explained in this essay.
- In this essay, both perspectives along with my point of view will be demonstrated
before reaching a conclusion.
- The merits and demerits of…along will my opinion will be provided in this essay.
- The essay will delve into the issue of .... and show that…
- In the following lines, the justification for my claim will be further discussed.
Body
Starting 2 ideas supporting the same view 2 different views
Connectors To begin with, To begin with,
In addition to that, Nevertheless, despite the ideas mentioned
above, it can still be assumed that…
The first reason is… and On one hand,
Another reason to consider is On the other hand,
that

T Topic sentence
E - To illustrate this point,
- That is to say,
- As an illustration,
- In other words,
- To illustrate,
- This means that…
- This is because that…
- This can be attributed to
- This is why …
- In actuality,
X WARNING: AVOID FAKE EXAMPLES: (STUDY THE EXAMPLES FILE FROM
THE STUDY PLAN)
Relevant
examples from
• From your country or city (Egypt / some Egyptians).
• names of countries, cities or companies.
Examples File • names of people, celebrities AND institutions
(Week 3 Study
Plan) - A prime example of this is …
- For instance, a recent poll by the UK Government found that many people who
attended single sex schools would have preferred to have gone to a mixed school.
- In my local city, they have installed bike lanes and places where you can safely part
your bike and this has encouraged thousands of people to stop using cars.

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 - Take Japan as an example of a country which has managed to incorporate technology
in every aspect of their social and professional life.
- As an example,
- Some companies, such as Toyota and Honda, heavily depend on artificial intelligence
in car manufacturing.
- Obesity and cardiac disease are typical examples of health problems that can result to
people who consume too much junk food.
- This has been scientifically proven by a research conducted by Cambridge University,
which emphasizes the fact that global warming will have detrimental effects in the
long run.
- This is exemplified by an article published in Times Magazine, which reiterates the
idea that work for women means a stronger economy for both individuals and society.
- To give a clear example,
- One example is Steve Jobs who left the university and started his career life early.
- Some countries; namely, Sweden and Norway, enjoy a high stands of life thanks to
their solid economy.
- In Egypt, for instance, many suffer from severe health diseases because of polluted
water.
- China is an example of a country which suffers from high levels of pollution because of
industrialization.
- As per a survey carried by a group of university students in Egypt, around 60% of
Egyptian males suffer from depression because of the deteriorating economic
conditions.
S Hence, / Thus, / This means that… / This shows that…/ This example shows that…
Therefore,
Suggestion, For this reason,
Summary or As a result,
Result Hence, it can be said that
(Use the if Thus, it is suggested that media should launch awareness campaigns to fight drug
conditional) trafficking.
Thus, if the government pays more attention to the economic problems, this may alleviate
the problems of youth.

Conclusion
The conclusion - In conclusion, after this essay has manifested the above-mentioned views, it can be
has to be strong: reiterated that…
- restate the - To conclude, I would like to restate my opinion that…
opinion - Finally, after this essay has explained both sides of the argument, it can be concluded that…
- Summarize the - Having manifested the aforementioned reasons and examples, it can be concluded that… It
essay should be stated that…
- In conclusion, after I have explained both views along with my perspective, it can be
reiterated that…
- To conclude, after providing the ideas above, one can safely assume that…
- It is recommended that parents/ children/governments/ the world community/ media/
public figures/ education/ youngsters/ senior citizens should pay a closer attention to this
issue/problem before it is too late. If people around the world have a better understanding
of this topic, there will be a positive impact on the coming generations in the foreseeable
future.

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 - It is expected that in the foreseeable future ….
- If we seriously scrutinize this problem, people will reach the conclusion that…
- Having provided the merits and demerits of …, we can safely reach the conclusion that…
- In conclusion, this essay acknowledges that technological progress does jeopardize the
planet, but cutting-edge discoveries can actually halt and even heal this destruction.
- To conclude, this essay acknowledges the opinion that the pros/blessings/ benefits of …
exceed its harms/ damages/ cons.
- In conclusion, this essay has provided the reasons why ….. is a considered a
positive/favourable development or a progression/ a negative or unfavorable development
or a downfall or a regression. This chronic problem has led to dire consequences and must
be urgently addressed by both society and authorities.
- In conclusion, this essay has discussed the reasons why students nowadays prefer online
courses to on campus classes.

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-7- Revision Time: Marking Criteria and Band Descriptors (Band 7 Plus)

In the last 10 minutes, check the bottom of task 2 writing sheet, and you will find this:

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 How to Score Band 7 Plus: Standard of Evaluation (In Brief)
1-Brainstorm structure, ideas and examples (SIX) before writing
2-Your position has to be clear in the introduction and conclusion
3-
Support your paragraph with TEXS (a relevant example)
4-
All paragraphs of the essay are connected: 4 paragraphs (Intro,
Body 1, Body 2 and Conclusion).
5- Each body paragraph covers 1 dominant idea only.
6- Use a variety of vocabulary (synonyms, definition, change of
word type or examples).
7- Use a variety of complex sentences (if, while-when, who-which),
passive voice, compound sentence, cleft sentences (what can be
said is that…), inversion (not only) and 1 simple sentence.
8- Study your grammatical and punctuation mistakes.
9- Do not exceed 320 words and have some to review PSTA:
• Punctuation
• Spelling
• Tenses
• Articles
10- Avoid generalization by using these softeners:
May – might Tend Often
Some Many A number of
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 How to Score band 7 Plus: Standard of Evaluation (Detailed)
Marking Standard Further Explanation
Number of words  Task 1= 170 words- 220 words (20 minutes)
 Task 2= 270- 320 words (35 minutes)
 3 minutes revision
 2 minutes brainstorming and deciding on the structure of essay.
Illegible  Computer-Based Test could be the best solution if your handwriting is hard to
read./ Unclear handwriting= illegible
 E.g.: I w a nt to s ay that pol l ution is.
 Theinternethas manyproblems buti
 Extra or no spacing is a problem in writing.
Memorized • You can memorize vocabulary, expressions, structures, and even ideas for IELTS
repeated topics.
• However, strong expressions can be considered memorized if traced in a poor
English writing. Style is inconsistent.
While some people are of the view that internet play pivotal role. Others thinks that it has
a diverse role which influencing youngesters who suffering from myriads of problems. In
this discursive essay, both of views will be explain.
Off topic • The writing is irrelevant because of exam stress and Failing to read the question
topic properly.
• Always underline keywords and decide on the type of essay question before your
start writing.
• Brainstorm ideas about the important IELTS topics (Study the Book of Ideas)
Example:
Junk food has become a major problem because of health problems that it might cause
to youth. Some people think that education can change eating habits of youngsters,
while others believe that the actual change comes from family. Discuss both views and
give your own opinion.
Grammatical Grammatical Accuracy (STUDY THE Foundation Booklet FROM SESSION 1)
Range and • Avoid Fatal mistakes such as subject-verb agreement, fragments( While I was
Accuracy travelling. I met people of different cultural backgrounds), and comma splice
(GRA) (Internet is useful, it helps people around the world.)
Grammatical Range = Use of different tenses, modal verbs and different structures (STUDY
THE Foundation Booklet FROM SESSION 1)
1. Compound Sentence: (FAN BOYS) and/but and semi-colon
• Internet is pivotal but it has its dire consequences in the long run.
• Junk food is tasty, but it has its dangers.
• Distance learning is suitable for many social levels; the workers need to
obtain a certificate but can only study at weekends.

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 2. Complex Sentence:(Dependent clauses, Independent clause) (b7)=5-6 complex
structures (variety) = variety of complex = Complex by subordination + Relative
Clauses (who-which) + If conditional + Some people believe that (noun clause)

• If the world leaders do not solve this problem, it will aggravate ‫ﺗﺘﻔﺎﻗﻢ‬
• Some people believe that children must have take-home assignments.
• This is a major issue which has affected many people around the globe.
• Despite the fact that this topic has been refuted by many, I still believe
that.
• Junk food does not only affect our health negatively but it also wastes our
money.
• Not only is internet important, but it also provides us with numerous
educational tools.
• While/Whilst some people think that internet is important, others have a
different view.
• After the technological upheaval in the modern age, the world has
become like a small village.
• Before reaching viable solutions to the problem, it is equally important to
investigate its root causes.
• Even if the world’s top scientists work 24 hours a day, it may be
impossible to reverse the effects of global warming.
• People have become consumers and shopaholics although there is a
global economic recession.
• People have become restless and stresses because they work too much.
• Attending a university is important as it improves a person’s life skills.

3. Passive voice: (Intro + Conc + Academic style)

• Both views and my opinion will be presented in the following lines.
• In conclusion, having presented the ideas above, it may be assumed that…
• It is argued that…/ It is assumed that…/ It is believed…/ It is suggested…
• It is highly recommended that…

4. Compound-complex structure:
- Although the twenty first century market requires credentials and certificates,
recruiters are keen on hiring applicants with good soft skills and only those who
have excellent communication skills are accepted.
-If people move from the city to the countryside, they may find better job
vacancies, but this may lead to traffic congestion.

5. Modal Verbs: may/might/should/can/could:

• Conclusion in task 2: You can give a prediction or a recommendation.
• It is recommended that authorities should/ ought to ….

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 • (Thus, school children should be given more time for outdoor exercises
instead of wasting their time on tablets and electronic
gadgets=devices=tools.)

Lexical Resources 1- HOW TO PROVIDE A VARIETY OF VOCABULARY?

(LR) • Do not copy words or sentences from the question topic.
Synonyms Consumers= customers/ nations= people/buy=purchase
Paraphrase Food serves in streets/ process of learning and teaching/
the rise in the world temperature.
Examples and types Computers= desktops and laptops/ Media: radio and TV
REFER TO CATEGORIES OF PEOPLE INSTEAD OF
REPETITION OF WORD PEOPLE.
Description This positive/ negative/ economic/ social/ political trend
Marriage: social institution/ this phenomenon/ this
eating habit/ natural catastrophe/ this economic
development
Change word type Technological/ cyber/ matrimonial/ parental/
educational/ Public instead of people/ professional (not
work)/ personal (family)/ shoppers not just shopping.
- Change the structure of the sentence from Active to passive or vice versa
Mobile applications have become useful in education. Is this a positive or a negative
development?
Educationalists deem mobile gadgets as beneficial in the learning process.
2-Style of Writing and Vocabulary:

Formal in task 2; task 1 academic; task 1 gen (F/SF Informal writing in a letter to a friend
letter)
• No generalization: All/ Very/ the most • No generalization as well
• No contraction (cannot) • Contractions (isn’t; doesn’t;
I’m)
• Avoid ampersand & • Avoid ampersand &
• No exaggeration with “very”, “too” and • Exaggeration is acceptable:
“so” • Emotional writing is
• No emotional writing. acceptable.
Internet is very important. • Example:
• I miss you very much,
my friend.
• No idioms • Idioms are acceptable
• Avoid informal words such as “kids”, • Informal words are
“gonna” and “wanna”/ to wrap up/ acceptable:
nutshell • I miss you, bro.
• No imperative form: • Imperative form:
Read the following words to understand • Come and see me, if you want
my point. to.

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 • Avoid abbreviations such as …etc , e.g., Prof, or i.e.
• Avoid the words “all”, “everyone” and “everybody” because it is too general: “All
people suffer from pollution.”
3-Spelling mistakes: (Study Spelling Mistakes from Foundation Booklet)
Benefit Perspective / Awareness Information Research
Advice (noun) Advise (verb) Beginning Receive Believe
Deceive Government Environment Tomorrow Definitel
y
Until Till Pollution Prefer Statistics
Accommodation Address Youngsters Species Extinctio
n
Beneficial Loose/lose To an extent Their ‫ﺑﺘﺎﻋﺘﮭﻢ‬ There
‫ھﻨﺎك‬
• Both points of view (NOT point of views)
The use of low frequency vocabulary (Study advanced vocabulary by reading sample
essays).
-AVOID THE REPEATED USE OF WORD “PEOPLE”: bloggers/ consumers/ spectators
Cohesion and Coherence:
Coherence -1- Use of transition signals and Connectors
(CC) Furthermore, Moreover, In addition to this, Additionally,
However, Nevertheless, Conversely, By contrast,
For instance, For example, ---such as---- To illustrate,
Consequently, Subsequently, As a result, Thus,
Hence, In conclusion, To conclude, Therefore,
On one hand On the other hand The upshot is that…
• Avoid OVERUSE CONNECTORS.
• Use the pronouns “this” and “they” to avoid repetition.
• Use comma after connectors.
• Use the following structure to provide cohesion:
 This shows that… This reflects that…. This means that…
Internet has negative effects on youth. This means that parents should practice careful
monitoring over their dependents.
 As mentioned before, this issue can lead to…
 As previously mentioned, those children, who are addicted to the
internet, lack communication skills.
 Having presented the above-mentioned reasons, it can be
concluded that…
 Body 1:
Homeschooling has many merits.
Body 2:
Despite these merits, there are demerits.

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 -2- Use of phrases for coherence:
- The main reason why I believe… is ……. Another argument is …
- As opposed to the idea above, ….
- One problem is that…/ Another drawback is that…
- From a business perspective,… / In terms of education, …/ From a social point
of view,….
- This can be further illustrated ….
- This is exemplified by …
- A prime example of this is…
- A valid example of this is….

-3- Pronouns and the use of the demonstrative article “this” or “these”:
Example:-
Firstly, a teacher powered by artificial intelligence would have difficulty interpreting the
educational needs of a classroom of students. For example, Honda Asimov, one of the
world’s most advanced robots, has trouble distinguishing simple human emotions. If
today’s most advanced artificial intelligence cannot categorize these basic physical cues,
It is difficult to believe that a robot could be capable of altering study plans and teaching
styles in a dynamic classroom setting. Thus, this makes it clear that a technology – driven
teacher is not going to be operational anytime in the near future.

Cohesion:
The ideas are logically connected and examples are provided.
Task 1- Paragraphing:
Response and A. A similar length of paragraphs.
Task Achievement B. Leave a line between paragraphs.
(TR)/ (TA)
2- Components of the Essay:
Introduction (BST) + Body 1 (TEXAS) + Body 2 (TEAXS) + Conclusion (SRP)

3-Task response:
• Covering all items in the questions.
• Read instructions question.
• Provide opinion if needed.

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 -8- Types of Task 2 for Task Achievement
Discussion Types Discuss Advantages and Disadvantages B1: Advantages

(NO OPINION) Discuss advantages and disadvantages of internet. B2: Disadvantages

Discuss drawbacks and benefits B1: Drawbacks
You can provide more
than 1 idea in the Discuss drawbacks and benefits of travelling. B2: Benefits
paragraph. Discuss problems and provide solutions B1: Problem
Discuss global warming and give solutions.
B2: Solutions
Discuss Causes and Effects. B1: Causes
Discuss causes and effects of consumer culture.
B2: Effects
Opinion Types Fuel prices should go up to decrease pollution. B1: Reason 1
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
(Opinion is a must in B2:Reason 2
the intro and Conc) -I agree
- I disagree
-I partly agree or I agree to some extent that.. or
Although I agree that…, I disagree that…

-You can either have a strong opinion or a more

balanced opinion, but make your position clear
in your introduction.
-It is advisable to develop a strong view.
Do you agree or disagree? (or) B1: Reason 1
What is your opinion on this?
B2:Reason 2
People resort to biking rather than driving. B1: Reason 1
Is this a positive or a negative development?
B2:Reason 2
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? B1: Weak argument
(Or)
Do you think this trend has more advantages or B2: Strong Argument
disadvantages? (Or)
Do the benefits outnumber the drawbacks?
Discussion Opinion Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Intro= opinion
Some think that distance learning is effective B1: View 1 (disagree with)
(Views + OPINION IS while others disagree.
A MUST) B2: View 2 (agree with)
Conc: reiterate opinion
Discuss both advantages and disadvantages and Intro: opinion
give your opinion. B1: Light
Social media platforms are important.
B2: Heavy
Conc: reiterate opinion

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 Double, two-part or Why do parents want to teach their children a B1: Answer of Question 1
Dual (Situation) second language at an early age? Do you think
Questions this can affect their national identity? B2: Answer of Question 2
(Or)
Should arts be included in education?
What is the importance of arts?
(Or)
Many leave their rural areas and move to urban
places. What are the reasons? Is this a positive or
a negative development?

-9- Task 2 Essay Analyzed

Some people prefer to buy local commodities, while other think that worldwide
products have a better quality. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Introduction There is a debate among clients whether to buy international brands or local
(3-4) commodities. (Back) Many consumers around the world prefer to purchase
OPINION domestic products, whilst others think that international brand names are of
BROT a better quality. I am totally convinced that supporting local industries should
be encouraged for an economic reason, and this will be further explained
below.
Body 1 On one hand, some citizens in every country fully endorse the local
T commodities for an economic reason (Topic= specific = controlling idea).
E When factories in a specific country prosper in its quantity and quality of
X production, this means that more manpower will be hired, and this in its turn
(A) is an economic privilege. In Egypt, for example, many consumers prefer to
S buy clothes made of the Egyptian cotton, and this has drastically reduced
(Listing is avoided) unemployment. This means that commodities, which are locally produced,
(4-6) will be cheaper for all citizens than their international counterparts.
Hence, with more domestic products, this has brought hard currency to the
country and has boosted the economy.

Body 2 On the other hand, despite the view above, opponents have a diverse view
(COHERENCE that goods of international names have a better quality, which can serve
MARKER) anyone professionally. If someone applies for a job at some multinational
(4-6) companies, sometimes he is required to wear a brand because this may give a
professional and personal impression about the candidate. According to an
article published in “The Economist”, job interviews at some corporations
necessitate a prestigious outfit, since candidates will present their work place

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 in marketing or sales presentations. This article is a proof that if applicants
aspire to find a vacancy in the world market, they have to buy brands.
Conclusion In summary, after presenting both points of view, it can be reiterated that
2-3 sentences some customers support their local industries, whereas others conceive of
SO (view or consider or discern) international brand names as professionally
prestigious at work. I second the first view because if the industry of the
country thrives, this will have a plethora of economic benefits for both
manufacturers and consumers.
Total number of 288 words in 30 minutes
words

-10- Sample Essays from the Study Plan:

- Read 2 essays every day.

- Underline ideas

- Underline vocabulary and sentence chunks.

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