You missed an international flight due to a problem at the airport.

Write a letter to the airline. In your letter:

• Describe what happened that caused you to miss your flight

• Explain how missing your flight impacted you

• Clearly state what you would like the airline to do

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 2 (Semi-formal Letter)

You need to take some time off of work to go on holiday.

Write a letter to your direct manager. In your letter:

• Ask for time off and explain why

• Provide the dates and times for which you will be unavailable to work
• Describe what you will do to prepare or make up for your absence

Write at least 150 words.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Ms. Snyder,

IELTS general writing Sample 3 (Informal Letter)

You are having a party and want to invite your friend from a different city.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Describe why you are having the party

• Give directions on how to get to the venue

• Suggest how you can accommodate him/her

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,
IELTS general writing Sample 4 (Formal Letter)

You and your family are moving to another country for work, and you are looking to buy a house
there.

Write a letter to a property agent. In your letter:

• Introduce yourself and your family

• Describe the type of accommodation that you hope to find

• Give your preference for the location of the accommodation

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

To Whom it May Concern,

IELTS general writing Sample 5 (Formal Letter)

You and your friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were
extremely dissatisfied with the experience.

Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:

• Explain the reason for the celebration

• Give details of your visit to the restaurant

• Say what you would like the restaurant to do

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 6 (Formal Letter)

You and your friends ate a meal at a restaurant to celebrate a special occasion, and you were very
pleased with the food and service.

Write a letter to the restaurant manager. In your letter:

• Give details of your visit to the restaurant

• Explain the reason for the celebration

• Say what you liked about the food or service
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 7 (Formal Letter)

You are enrolled in a study abroad course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged
by the course provider, and there is a major problem with the accommodation.

Write a letter to the course provider. In your letter:

• Introduce yourself and describe the problem

• Describe the accommodation you thought you were getting

• Ask the provider to solve the problem

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Gazeley

IELTS general writing Sample 8 (Formal Letter)

You have been invited to attend an admissions interview for a prestigious college. Unfortunately,
you cannot come at the proposed time due to a previous appointment.

Write a letter to the admissions tutor and explain your position. In your letter:
• Introduce yourself and state your interest in the program

• Apologize and offer to come at a different time

• Ask how long the interview will be and if you will have to take an exam

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 9 (Formal Letter)

Your local newspaper published an advertisement asking people to offer time for local
environmental initiatives in your area.

Write a letter to the project manager to offer your help. In your letter:
• Describe a local volunteer project that you are passionate about
• Explain what you would like to do to help
 • Suggest how to gather more support for the cause

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 10 (Formal Letter)

An old car was left on the street near your street several weeks ago. The car is now causing a
problem for residents.
Write a letter to the Council. In your letter:

• Describe the car

• Outline the problems it is causing

• Tell the Council what you want them to do about it

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Councilor,
IELTS general writing Sample 11 (Formal Letter)

Write a letter to a company asking for a refund for something you bought from them online.

Write a letter to the Customer Service department. In your letter:

• Describe the item you bought

• Outline what the problem is

• Explain why you want a refund

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 12 (Formal Letter)

You have recently returned from an afternoon at your public library, and noticed various negative
aspects that could be improved upon.

Write a letter to the manager of the public library. In your letter:

• Describe the poor experience you had
 • Include ideas for what the library should change

• Explain why you feel the library needs alteration

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

To Whom This May Concern,

IELTS general writing Sample 13 (Formal Letter)

You have a suggestion for a park near your apartment building.

Write a letter to your city's council board. In your letter:

• Describe who you are and what your suggestion is

• Explain why you think this suggestion will improve the park

• Detail when you would like to see this suggestion in action

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Councilor,

IELTS general writing Sample 14 (Formal Letter)

You have seen an advertisement in the newspaper for a temporary job working as a Sales
Representative during the holiday season. You decide to apply for the job.

Write a letter to the Hiring Manager of the company. In your letter:

• Introduce yourself

• Explain what experience and special skills you have

• Explain why you are interested in the job

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Hiring Manager,

IELTS general writing Sample 15 (Formal Letter)

There have been some problems with public transport in your area recently.
Write a letter to the manager of the transport company. In your letter:
 • Describe the problems

• Explain how these problems are affecting the public

• Suggest some changes that could be made

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 16 (Formal Letter)

You were recently impressed by a staff member at a supermarket.

Write a letter to the manager of the supermarket. In your letter:

• Describe the situation

• Explain how you were helped

• State what you are going to do as a result of this good experience

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

To Whom This May Concern,

IELTS general writing Sample 17 (Semi-formal Letter)

You were absent from an important event held by the company you work for.

Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:

• Apologize for your absence and explain the reasoning

• Explain why you had to be at the other event

• Explain what you will do to catch up

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Brannagan

IELTS general writing Sample 18 (Semi-formal Letter)

You are due to move into a rented apartment next week but you will not be able to due to an
unexpected problem.
Write a letter to the property manager. In your letter

• Explain the situation

• Describe your problems

• Tell him/her when you think you can move in

Write at least 150 words.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Ms. Williams

IELTS general writing Sample 19 (Semi-formal Letter)

You applied to a job, were offered the position, but have decided not to accept the offer.

Write a letter to the HR supervisor with whom you interviewed. In your letter:

• Explain the reason why you are declining the offer

• Describe your reasons for staying with your current position

• Express your gratitude

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Ms. Barry,

IELTS general writing Sample 20 (Semi-formal Letter)

You have been living in a rental apartment for the past year. Recently, a new neighbor moved in
who has loud parties several times a week.

Write a letter to your landlord. In your letter:

• Explain the situation

• Describe why it bothers you

• Suggest a solution

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Ronch

IELTS general writing Sample 21 (Semi-formal Letter)
You are having a graduation party next Sunday evening. You have invited over 25 people to
celebrate in your garden, which may continue late into the night.

Write a letter to your elderly neighbor. In your letter:

• Explain what will be happening

• Offer your apologies in advance

• Invite him to join the celebration

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Kulligowski

IELTS general writing Sample 22 (Semi-formal Letter)

Although you are meant to present your thesis project in one month, your sister is getting married
in Spain at the same time. You would like to change dates for your presentation.

Write a letter to your professor. In your letter:

• Explain the situation

• Remind the professor of your academic achievements to date

• Ask for a different date to present your thesis

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Professor Simons,

IELTS general writing Sample 23 (Semi-formal Letter)

You have received a job offer for an exciting, new position. Although you are expected to start on
September 7th, you are only available to start a week later due to personal reasons.

Write a letter to your new boss. In your letter:

• Express your enthusiasm for the job offer

• Explain the problem

• Suggest what you can do

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Ms. Mcllwain,

IELTS general writing Sample 24 (Semi-formal Letter)

You have been invited to a networking conference for your field of work.

Write a letter to your boss. In your letter:

• Describe the invitation you received and why it is important to you

• Explain why the conference would be beneficial for you and the company

• Ask for the company for time off to attend and to cover some of the travel costs

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Powell,

IELTS general writing Sample 25 (Semi-formal Letter)

You are going to spend your vacation in Rome, Italy. Your friend's grandfather lives there and has
offered to let you stay in his apartment.

Write a letter to your friend's grandfather. In your letter:

• Thank him for the offer but politely decline

• Inform him of when you will be in Rome and your travel plans

• Invite him for an outing

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear. Mr. Harris

IELTS general writing Sample 26 (Semi-formal Letter)

You have been assigned to give a networking presentation with your colleague from a different
office, who you met last year.

Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter:

• Inform your colleague that you will be working together

• Provide your initial ideas on the networking presentation

• Ask for a time to meet and practice the presentation

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Ms. Petitto,

IELTS general writing Sample 27 (Semi-formal Letter)

You have had a problem with your neighbor for the past few months. You have not been able to
meet with your neighbor to discuss the problem.

Write a letter to your neighbor. In your letter:

• Explain the problem

• Suggest a solution

• Say what action you will take if the situation does not improve
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Ms. Granger,

IELTS general writing Sample 28 (Semi-formal Letter)

You have been working with your company for two years and are interested in a promotion.
Write a letter to your direct boss. In your letter:

• Explain your varied achievements over the past two years

• Express your interest in growing with the company

• Ask for a meeting to discuss a potential promotion

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Phillips,

IELTS general writing Sample 29 (Semi-formal Letter)

Your child's teacher has requested a meeting with you this Friday to discuss your child's low test
scores. Unfortunately, you cannot attend.
Write a letter to your child's teacher. In your letter

• Describe why you cannot attend the meeting

• Explain how you have been helping your child study

• Propose another time to meet
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mr. Smith,

IELTS general writing Sample 30 (Informal Letter)

Your friend's dog has recently passed away.

Write a letter to console your friend. In your letter:

• Express your sympathy

• Include memories you have about the dog

• Invite your friend to do something with you

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,
IELTS general writing Sample 31 (Informal Letter)

You recently took a long vacation. In your absence, a friend did you a huge favor.

Write a letter thanking your friend. In your letter:

• Explain what the favor was

• Describe how this favor helped you

• Offer compensation

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

IELTS general writing Sample 32 (Informal Letter)

Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are unable to attend.

Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter:

• State why you cannot go

• Explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner

• Suggest another time to meet
Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

IELTS general writing Sample 33 (Informal Letter)

A friend of yours is going on holiday soon and has asked you to recommend a destination.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Recommend a good place for a holiday that you have visited

• Describe where you stayed and what you can do there

• Provide one negative aspect about the destination

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,
IELTS general writing Sample 34 (Informal Letter)

You are moving to a new city for work and have just realized that an old friend lives in the city.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Ask them for advice in finding accommodation

• Tell them where you would like to live

• Tell them the type of place you are looking for

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

IELTS general writing Sample 35 (Informal Letter)

You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and
wasn't able to play with you

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Tell him which team won

• Describe the weather conditions that day
 • Say how you felt about the match

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,
IELTS general writing Sample 36 (Informal Letter)

One of your friends has asked you to be a partner in his new business.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Give your opinion of your friend's business idea

• Tell him whether or not you have decided to accept the offer

• Explain your reasons for this decision

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mark,

IELTS general writing Sample 37 (Informal Letter)

You are going on holiday and have just remembered that your aunt lives in one of the cities you
will be visiting.

Write a letter to your aunt. In your letter:

• Tell her about your holiday plans

• Ask if you can stay with her for a portion of the trip

• Explain how you will make it up to her

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Aunt Sally,

IELTS general writing Sample 38 (Informal Letter)

You and a friend have both been accepted to a study abroad program in Paris, France.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Congratulate him/her for also being accepted
 • Ask him/her if he/she would like to be your roommate

• Discuss possible activities that the two of you could do together

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

IELTS general writing Sample 39 (Informal Letter)

You have recently started work in a new company.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Explain why you changed jobs

• Describe your new job

• Tell him/her your other news

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

IELTS general writing Sample 40 (Informal Letter)

You have recently moved to a different city.

Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:

• Explain why you decided to move to a different city

• Describe the new city and accommodation

• Ask your friend to arrange a visit

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

IELTS general writing Sample 41 (Informal Letter)

You have been busy with your studies for the past month and haven't had time to visit your family.

Write a letter to your grandmother. In your letter:

• Apologize for not getting in touch with her sooner
 • Explain why you have been so busy

• Arrange a time to visit

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Grandmother,

IELTS general writing Sample 42 (Formal Letter)

Last week, you lost your luggage while traveling on holiday. Luckily, you have travel insurance.

Write a letter to the manager of your insurance company. In your letter:

• Describe the characteristics of what you lost

• Explain how you lost it

• Tell the insurance company what you need from them

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

IELTS general writing Sample 43 (Semi-formal Letter)

In addition to your full-time job, you are taking a 15-hour Computer Science course. You now find
that you cannot continue with the course.

Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter:

• Describe your schedule and situation

• Explain why you cannot continue the course

• Say what action you would like to take

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Ms. Franklin,

IELTS general writing Sample 44 (Informal Letter)

Last weekend, your cousin celebrated her 50th birthday, but you couldn't attend and you forgot to
cancel.
Write a letter to your cousin. In your letter:
 • Apologize for missing the birthday celebration

• Explain why you missed it and why you hadn't let her know

• Describe how you will make it up to her

Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ___,

ACADEMIC

The chart below shows the proportion of male and female students studying six art-related subjects
at a UK university in 2011.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 2 (Bar Chart)

The chart illustrates the percentage of male and female workers in six different professions across
the UK in 2007.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons
where necessary.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 3 (Bar Chart)

The chart below gives some of the most reported issues among people living in UK cities in 2008
(%).

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 4 (Pie Chart)

The pie chart below shows the percentage of ad spending by different kinds of media in India from
2012 to 2017.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 5 (Line Chart)

The graph below gives information from a 2008 report about consumption of energy in the USA
since 1980 with projections until 2030.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 6 (Bar Chart)

The chart below gives the distribution of worldwide car sharing schemes (%) in 2008 and 2016.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where necessary.

Write at least 150 words

IELTS academic writing Sample 7 (Bar Chart)

The bar chart gives the top eight online activities in Slovakia in a given month.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where necessary.

Write at least 150 words

IELTS academic writing Sample 8 (Bar Chart)

The chart below shows the proportion of males and females in Malaysia who commonly do
physical activity in 2010.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where necessary.

Write at least 150 words

IELTS academic writing Sample 9 (Line Chart)

The chart illustrates consumption of three kinds of fast food by teenagers in Mauritius from 1985
to 2015.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 10 (Line Chart)

The chart shows the proportion of working age adults in four countries from 1960 to 2015. Units
are given in percentages.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 11 (Line Chart)

The line graph below shows the monthly ridership of four separate transportation forms in a
European metropolitan area between 1980 and 2030.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 12 (Line Chart)

The line graph below shows the number of complaints received by the complaints department of
a single airline over a six-month period in 2009.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 13 (Line Chart)

The chart illustrates average CO2 emissions per person in four European countries between 1975
and 2015.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 14 (Table)

The table below shows a survey of the proportion of adults in California by age group who enjoyed
different types of leisure activities in 2011.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Leisure Activities by Age Group (%) in 2011, California

Leisure Activity 18-30 31-45 46-60 Over 60s

Watching TV 76% 85% 86% 89%

Spending time with Family/friends 58% 56% 43% 33%

Reading 22% 20% 16% 16%

Gardening 7% 16% 26% 26%

Listening to music 27% 15% 4% 2%

Playing Computer Games 15% 5% 2% 0%

IELTS academic writing Sample 15 (Table)

The table shows existing and projected changes in the proportion of people over 65 in the
populations of three countries from 2015 to 2030.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Projected Changes in the Population over-65 in three countries to 2030

Country 2015 2020 2025 2030

United Kingdom 18.1% 19.0% 20.5% 21.6%

Canada 16.0% 18.0% 20.4% 22.7%

Hungary 17.6% 19.4% 20.4% 21.3%

IELTS academic writing Sample 16 (Table)

The table shows the proportion of people in England who agreed with same-sex marriage from
1989 to 2013.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Percentage of people agreeing with same-sex marriage by religious denomination (%)
Religion 1989 1995 2001 2007 2013

Church of England 9 14 31 31 55

Roman Catholic 9 21 38 37 61

Other Christian 9 13 25 38 54

Non-Christian 5 11 19 19 30

No religion 20 32 53 64 77

IELTS academic writing Sample 17 (Table)

The table demonstrates the change in six types of transportation used by commuters in three cities
between 2000 and 2010.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Changes in Market Share for six different types of transportation between 2000 and 2010

City Personal Vehicles Mass Transit Bicycle Walk Work at Home Other

Melbourne -2.9 15.7 17.2 -4.4 -3.9 10.8

Sydney -2.9 10.6 31 -3.5 0.6 11.2

Perth -3.3 21 11.3 4 -3.9 30.2

IELTS academic writing Sample 18 (Table)

The table illustrates the relative risk demonstrated by four different transport types in the United
Kingdom in two years.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Relative risk of different forms of transport in the UK from 2014 to 2016

2014 2016

Transport Type Fatality Casualty Fatality Casualty

Car Driver 2 25 2 26
Pedal Cyclist 26 1080 25 1011

Pedestrian 39 484 35 443

Motorcycle Rider 117 1950 111 2008

IELTS academic writing Sample 19 (Table)

The table below gives the average time spent and distance traveled by UK commuters in one
year. Time and distance are given in minutes and miles accordingly.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Commuting Habits of different regions of the UK in a year

Average Commuting Time Average Commuting Distance

UK Region
(minutes) (miles)

London 54 14

South East 78 20

Scotland 45 19

West Midlands 39 18

North West 36 18

Northern Ireland 36 15

Yorkshire &
36 14
Humberside

South West 34 16

East Anglia 33 15

North East 32 19

East Midlands 32 15

Wales 27 14

IELTS academic writing Sample 20 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the process by which milk and related products are produced.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 21 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the process by which sheep embryos are cloned.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 22 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the the life cycle of flowering plants

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 23 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the process by which plastic is recycled.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 24 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the process of the water treatment.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 25 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the process by which electricity is generated in two types of hydroelectric
power station.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 26 (Flow Chart)

The diagram shows the the life cycle of a frog.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 27 (Flow Chart)

The diagrams show the life cycle of the silkworm and the stages in the production of silk cloth.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 28 (Flow Chart)

The diagram below shows the water cycle, which is the continuous movement of water on, above
and below the surface of the Earth.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 29 (Pie Chart)

The pie chart below shows the native languages spoken by students at Bakersfield Senior College
in two separate years.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 30 (Pie Chart)

The pie chart below illustrates the different types of smartphones used by attorneys in the U.S. in
one year.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 31 (Pie Chart)

The pie charts below show the proportion of freshwater withdrawals made by various economy
sectors in three countries in a given year.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 32 (Pie Chart)
The pie charts below show the results of a customer satisfaction survey comparing the performance
of York Telecom and a competitor in April.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Customer Satisfaction Industry Average

Very Satisfied 41%

Satisfied 24%

Neutral 10%

Dissatisfied 17%

Very dissatisfied 8%

IELTS academic writing Sample 33 (Pie Chart)

The pie graph depicts the main reasons for the productivity loss of agricultural land
worldwide. The table shows how these causes influenced three world regions during the 2000s.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Causes of Land Degradation by Region (%)

Region: Deforestation Over-cultivation Over-grazing Total land degraded

North America 0.3 3.4 1.7 5.4

Asia 9.8 7.8 5.7 23.3

Australia & Oceania 1.6 0.3 11 12.9

IELTS academic writing Sample 34 (Pie Chart)

The charts below show the percentage of Irish students at one university who spoke an additional
language to English from 2000 to 2010.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
IELTS academic writing Sample 35 (Multiple Charts)
The graphs below show the unemployment rate of citizens in the US with a further classification
displaying average salary per week in 2005.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Professional degree Average Weekly Earnings in 2005 ($)

Doctoral degree 1740

Professional degree 1800

Master's degree 1560

Bachelor's degree 1246

Some college, no degree 840

High school diploma 701

Less than a high school diploma 538

IELTS academic writing Sample 36 (Multiple Charts)

The line charts show the amount of beer sold to pubs and supermarkets over six years, where a bar
graph displays the amount of pubs closed over the same period.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 37 (Multiple Charts)

The table shows the proportion of fifty-year-old adults who were never married over five decades
in Japan. The chart represents the Japanese marriage and divorce rate from 1970 to 2016.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Number of 50-year-old adults who never been married (%)

Year Percentage

1970 2%
1980 4%

1990 7%

2000 12%

2010 15%

IELTS academic writing Sample 38 (Multiple Charts)

The table shows the number of people (millions) that remain undernourished around the world
from 2000 to 2009. The chart displays the global price of two food grains over the same period.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Number of Undernourished People Worldwide

Year Millions of People

2000 857

2002 862

2004 873

2006 876

2008 924

2009 1024

IELTS academic writing Sample 39 (Multiple Charts)

The table shows total revenue created by complementary medicine over three years. The two
charts illustrate the number of hospitals offering complementary medicine over twenty five years
with a further classification showing which kinds of medicine proved the most popular in 2012.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

Revenue from Complementary Medicine in the U.S. (in billion US dollars)

Year Revenue

2011 11.34
2014 13.1

2016 14.3

IELTS academic writing Sample 40 (Multiple Charts)

The bar chart below shows the preference for different types of Complementary or Alternative
Medicine (CAM) therapies among US adults in 2007. The table lists which therapies where the
most popular over two years.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Therapies Showing Significant Gains between 2002 and 2007 (%)

2002 2007

Deep Breathing 10.6 14.8

Meditation 8.6 10.5

Massage 5 8.6

Yoga 5.1 7.1

IELTS academic writing Sample 41 (Bar Chart)

The graphs below give information concerning smartphone ownership as a percentage of

population in a country from 2000 to 2010, and by level of education for the years 2000 and 2010.
Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 42 (Bar Chart)

The bar charts show education data related to young adults aged 15 years in 10 different countries
in 2015. The first chart shows in which countries adolescents do the most homework in terms of
hours per week. The second chart shows the nations that scored the best on an international science
test.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 43 (Multiple Charts)
The pie chart below represents the main reasons why agricultural land becomes less
productive. The bar chart shows how these causes affected three regions of the world in the 1990s.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 44 (Multiple Charts)

The pie chart below shows the frequency of U.S. Adults’ online purchasing habits in 2015, while
the bar chart shows a further classification denoting online purchasing preferences.

Summarise the data by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where
relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 45 (Map)

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 46 (Map)

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 47 (Map)

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 48 (Map)

The diagrams below show the coastal village of Seaville in 1980 and 2010. Summarise the
information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 49 (Map)

The maps below show the centre of a small town called Islip as it is now, and plans for its
development. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 50 (Pie Chart)

The charts below give information on the ages of the populations of Yemen and Italy in 2000 and
projections for 2050. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and
make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 51 (Pie Chart)
The pie charts below show units of electricity production by fuel source in Australia and France in
1980 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make
comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

IELTS academic writing Sample 52 (Pie Chart)

The charts below show the percentage of water used for different purposes in six areas of the world.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons
where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

PREMIER SUJET IELTS ACADEMIC

The percentage of overweight children in western society has increased by almost 20% in the last
ten years. Discuss the causes and effects of this disturbing trend.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 2 (Cause & Effect)

Many criminals commit further crimes as soon as they are released from prison. What do you think
are the causes of this? What effect will this have on society?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 3 (Problem & Solution)
More and more people are migrating to cities in search of a better life, but city life can be extremely
difficult. Explain some of the difficulties of living in a city. How can governments make urban life
better for everyone?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 4 (Cause & Effect)
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening,
and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 5 (Cause & Effect)

One of the most pressing problems facing the world today is overpopulation. What policies do you
think governments should adopt to address the causes and effects of this problem?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 6 (Cause & Effect)

In many parts of the world today there is a profitable market for products which lighten or whiten
people’s skin. Outline the reasons for using such products and discuss what effect they have in
terms of health on society?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 7 (Cause & Effect)

It is observed that in many countries not enough students are choosing to study science at
university. What are the causes? And what will be the effects on society?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 8 (Cause & Effect)
Global warming is one of the most serious issues that the world is facing today. What are the
causes of global warming and what measures can governments and individuals take to tackle the
issue?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 9 (Cause & Effect)

Stress is now a major problem in many countries around the world. What are some of the factors
in modern society that cause stress, and how can we reduce it?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 10 (Cause & Effect)

Levels of youth crime are increasing rapidly in most cities around the world. What are the reasons
for this, and suggest some solutions?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 11 (Problem & Solution)

An increasing number of professionals, such as doctors and teachers, are leaving their own poorer
countries to work in developed countries. What problems does this cause? What can be done to
deal with this situation?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 12 (Problem & Solution)

In many countries schools have severe problems with student behavior. What do you think are the
causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 13 (Problem & Solution)

Overpopulation in many major urban centers around the world is a major problem. What are the
causes of this? How can this problem be solved?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 14 (Problem & Solution)
In many parts of the world, water sources are becoming more polluted. What are the consequences
of this problem? What can be done to combat it?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 15 (Problem & Solution)
Many people say that human society has developed into a “throw-away” society, which is filled
with plastic bags and rubbish. What are the causes and solutions?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 16 (Problem & Solution)

Nowadays we are producing more and more rubbish. Why do you think this is happening? What
can governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 17 (Problem & Solution)

Many small local shops are closing as they are unable to compete with large supermarkets in the
area. How does this effect local communities? How could this situation be improved?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 18 (Problem & Solution)

More and more wild animals are on the verge of extinction and others are on the endangered
list. What are the reasons for this? What can be done to solve this problem?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 19 (Advantage & Disadvantage)
Some people advocate the death penalty for those who committed violent crimes. Others say that
capital punishment is unacceptable in contemporary society.Describe the advantages and
disadvantages of the death penalty and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 20 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

It is becoming increasingly popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to
university. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 21 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

With the rise of e-books come the decline in paper books. Some people see this as a good step
forward while others do not. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 22 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

There seems to be an increasing trend towards assessing students through exams rather than
continual assessment. What are the advantages and disadvantages as a form of assessment?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 23 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

Many elderly people are no longer looked after by their families, but are put in care homes or
nursing homes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 24 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

It is often considered that change is more beneficial to people than trying to avoid it and have
everything remain the same. Do you think the advantages of change outweigh the disadvantages?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 25 (Advantage & Disadvantage)
People now have the freedom to work and live anywhere in the world due to the development of
communication technology and transportation. Do the advantages of this development outweigh
the disadvantages?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 26 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

Nowadays governments are investing more in public transport such as buses and trains rather than
in building new roads. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 27 (Advantage & Disadvantage)
One of the consequences of improved technology is that many jobs that used to be done by people
can now be completed by robots or computers. Do you think the advantages of this development
outweigh the disadvantages?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 28 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

Some parents believe that extra private lessons outside school hours, where students work alone
with a teacher, can help them do better at school. Others disagree.What are the advantages and
disadvantages of private tuition?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 29 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism
can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly.Describe the advantages and
disadvantages of tourism in the modern world.Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh
the drawbacks?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 30 (Advantage & Disadvantage)
Some experts believe that it is better for children to begin learning a foreign language at primary
schools rather than secondary school. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 31 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

Computers are becoming an essential part of education. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages
and give your own opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 32 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

Many people in society believe that having fixed punishments for all crimes is a more efficient
way of dealing with criminals in the justice system. What are the advantages and disadvantages of
having a fixed punishment?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 33 (Advantage & Disadvantage)

In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move to regional
areas outside the big cities. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 34 (Discussion)
Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe
that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults.Discuss
both these views and give your own opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 35 (Discussion)

In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that this is good
for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount
that people can earn.Discuss both views and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 36 (Discussion)

Some people think that when recruiting, companies should aim to take on people who are
innovative and able to work independently, while others consider that they should recruit people
who are able to work in a team and follow instructions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 37 (Discussion)
Completing university education is thought by some to be the best way to get a good job. On the
other hand, other people think that getting experience and developing soft skills is more
important.Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 38 (Discussion)

Some people think that parents should teach children how to be good members of society. Others,
however, believe that school is the place to learn this.Discuss both these views and give your own
opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 39 (Discussion)

Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others, however,
say that cooperation and team working skills are more important.Discuss both these views and
give your own opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 40 (Discussion)
Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that this is a positive
trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative consequences.Discuss both sides of this
argument and then give your own opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 41 (Discussion)

Some people think that environmental problems should be solved on a global scale, while others
believe it is better to deal with them nationally. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 42 (Discussion)

All parents want the best opportunities for their children. There are some people who think that
schools should teach children skills, whereas others think having a range of subjects is better for a
child’s future.Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 43 (Discussion)

Some people think that the government should decide which subjects that students should study at
university, while others think that students should be allowed to apply for the subject they prefer.
Discuss the two views and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 44 (Discussion)

Almost everyone agrees that we should be training children to recycle waste to save the Earth’s
natural resources. Some believe that it is the parents who should teach their children to recycle
waste. Others argue that school is the best place to do this. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 45 (Discussion)

There seems to be an increasing amount of serious crimes committed each year. While some think
the best way is to use the death penalty as a deterrent, many people believe that other measures
will be needed.Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 46 (Discussion)
Advertisements are becoming more and more common in everyday life. Is this a positive or a
negative development? Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 47 (Discussion)
Many employers are now offering their employees the option to work from home. As a result,
employees will have much more flexible working hours in the future.Is this a positive or negative
development? Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 48 (Discussion)

Some universities now offer their courses on the Internet so that people can study online. Is this a
positive or negative development? Discuss both sides
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 49 (Discussion)

Nowadays, more people are choosing to socialize online rather than face to face. Is this a positive
or negative development? Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 50 (Discussion)

It is thought by some that it is better to live in the city, while others believe that life is better in the
countryside. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 51 (Discussion)
Some people think that exercise is the key to health, while others feel that having a balanced diet
is more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 52 (Discussion)

Genetic engineering is a key issue in modern society. Some people think that it will improve
people’s lives in many ways. Others feel that it may be a threat to life on earth.Discuss both views
and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 53 (Discussion)

Some people argue that the public should be allowed to have guns. Others do not agree. Discuss
both points of view and give your opinion.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 54 (Discussion)

Is this a positive or negative development that governments spend a huge amount of money
building public transport? Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 55 (Discussion)
Countries are becoming more and more similar because people are able to buy the
same products anywhere in the world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 56 (Discussion)

Nowadays, some buildings such as offices and schools have open-space design instead of separate
rooms. Why is it so? Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Discuss both sides.
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 57 (Two-Part Question)
Many people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. Why could this
be?Should governments give more financial support to local film industries?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 58 (Two-Part Question)
Success is often measured in wealth and material belongings. Does wealth measure
success? What makes a successful person?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 59 (Two-Part Question)

The internet is a good source of information and opened up opportunities for people all over the
world. Is all information reliable online?What could be done to control information online?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 60 (Two-Part Question)

Happiness is considered very important in life. Why is it difficult to define? What factors are
important in achieving happiness?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 61 (Two-Part Question)

News editors decide what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. What factors
do you think influence these decisions? Do you think that there is too much emphasis on bad news
these days?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 62 (Opinion)
Women and men are commonly seen as having different strengths and weaknesses. Is it right to
exclude males or females from certain professions because of their gender?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 63 (Opinion)

New technologies and ways of buying and selling are transforming the lives of consumers. To
what extent do you agree with this opinion?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 64 (Opinion)

Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional food and
traditional ways of food preparation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 65 (Opinion)

Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional food and
traditional ways of food preparation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 66 (Opinion)

The money spent by governments on space programmes would be better spent on vital public
services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 67 (Opinion)

The money spent by governments on space programmes would be better spent on vital public
services such as schools and hospitals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 68 (Opinion)
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have had a huge negative
impact on society. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 69 (Opinion)

The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on health care systems in an effort to
deal with the health care issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this
problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent
do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 70 (Opinion)
With the increased global demand in oil and gas, undiscovered areas of the world should be opened
up to access more resources. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 71 (Opinion)

Scientists and technology experts seem to be more valued by modern society than musicians and
artists. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 72 (Opinion)

Zoos should be banned because it is cruel to keep wild animals in captivityTo what extent do you
agree or disagree with this statement?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 73 (Opinion)

The government is spending a lot of money to discover life on alien planets. Some people think
that the government is wasting money and should spend money addressing the problems of the
public. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 74 (Opinion)
More and more people are suffering from health problems caused by a modern life style which
cannot be treated with modern medicines. Some people feel that a return to traditional medicine
should be encouraged.To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 75 (Opinion)

Doctors should be responsible for educating their patients about how to improve their health. To
what extent do you agree with this?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 76 (Opinion)

For centuries, important parts of education have remained such as reading, writing and
maths. With the advent of computers, some people think that computer skills should be added as
a fourth skill to the list.To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 77 (Opinion)

The government should allocate more funding to teaching sciences rather than other subjects in
order for a country to progress. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 78 (Opinion)

The role of education is to prepare children for the modern world. Schools should cut art and
music out of the curriculum so that children can focus on useful subjects such as information
technology.To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 79 (Opinion)

Education should be accessible to people of all economic backgrounds. All levels of education,
from primary school to tertiary education, should be free.To what extent do you agree with this
opinion?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 80 (Opinion)
The best way to help underachieving pupils is to have compulsory after school activities which
they must attend. This way they will become more involved in school and their grades will
improve.To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 81 (Opinion)
As computers translate quickly and accurately, learning foreign languages is a waste of time?To
what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 82 (Opinion)

The use of mobile phones in public places is as antisocial as smoking. Smoking is banned in certain
places, so mobile phones should be banned in the same way. To what extent to you agree or
disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 83 (Opinion)

Some people think women should be allowed to join the army, the navy and the air force just like
men. To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 84 (Opinion)

Children can learn effectively by watching television. Therefore they should be encouraged to
watch television regularly at home and at school.To what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 85 (Opinion)
Artists need a certain amount of freedom to develop their creativity. Some people think that artists
should have total freedom to express any thoughts and ideas.What is your opinion?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 86 (Opinion)

First impressions are important. Some people think that doing well in interviews is the key to
securing a good job.To what extent do you agree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 87 (Opinion)

Doctors, nurses and teachers make a great contribution to society and should be paid more than
entertainment and sports celebrities. Do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 88 (Opinion)

Having a good university degree guarantees people a good job. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 89 (Opinion)

Paying all workers the same salary in a company promotes harmony and respect amongst
colleagues. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 90 (Opinion)

Bringing in foreign workers to fill positions that domestic workers are unwilling to do can cause
problems in the local community and should therefore be stopped. To what extent do you agree
with this?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 91 (Opinion)
Some people are concerned that children spend too much time on computers – playing games,
chatting and watching videos. But all this time is actually good preparation for children, who will
have to spend many hours working on computers throughout their education and their working
lives.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 92 (Opinion)
Many people believe that social networking sites (such as Facebook) have a huge negative impact
on both individuals and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 93 (Opinion)

Learning to manage money is one of the key aspects of adult life. How in your view can
individuals best learn to manage their money?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 94 (Opinion)

The importance of biodiversity is being more widely recognized as increasing numbers of species
come under threat. What can be done to maintain biodiversity?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 95 (Opinion)

Longer life spans and improvements in the health of older people suggest that people over the age
of sixty-five can continue to live full and active lives. In what ways can society benefit from the
contribution that older people can make?
IELTS writing task 2 Sample 96 (Opinion)
There is a good deal of evidence that increasing car use is contributing to global warming, and
having other undesirable effects on people’s health and well-being. What can be done to discourage
people from using their cars?