IELTS Writing Task II - IELTS General Training

Writing task 2 (an essay)In some countries many parents are interested in home schooling and the trend is gaining popularity. Do the advantages of this outweigh disadvantages? (73)
Many people believe that in order to have clean and tidy streets in their neighbourhood, this should be the residents’ responsibility, while others think it should be the government’s duty. What is your opinion? (73)
In recent times, many people are making the decision to live alone.What are the causes of this?Does it have positive or negatives effects on society? (22)
It is becoming popular to have a year off between finishing school and going to universities. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this? (78)
Some people think that politicians have the greatest influence on the world. Other people, however, believe that scientists have the greatest influence. Discuss both views and give your opinion. (56)
Modern forms of communication such as email and messaging have reduced the amount of time people spend seeing their friends. This has had a negative effect on their our social lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree? (78)
Some people think books are losing importance as a source of information and entertainment. To what extent you agree? (67)
The growth of online shopping will one day lead to all shops in towns and cities closing.Do you agree or disagree? (89)
Most people think that truth should be objective rather than subjective when it comes to news.Do you think all news true?What is the function of newspaper? (78)
In some countries, schools remain open for more hours so that children can be looked after because their parents are working. Do the advantages outweigh disadvantages of this? (67)
With increase population and even growing urban centers, many countries are losing their natural beauty spots.What benefits are there to protect places of natural beauty?How can this be solved? (94.5)
Write a letter to one of your classmates and invite him to a class reunion.When and where is the party?Give some details about what is going to happen at the party.Tell him/her what you have been doing recently. (56)
Some people think that the range of technology currently available is increasing the gap between rich people and poor people. Others think that it is causing the opposite effect. Discuss both the views and give your opinion. (84)
Many things that used to be done in the home by hands are now being done by machines. Does this development bring more advantages or disadvantages?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. (73)
Some people think that the range of technology currently available is increasing the gap between rich people and poor people. Others think that it is causing the opposite effect.Discuss both views and give your opinion. (89)
People are surrounded by advertising, which has increasing effect on our lives. Do you think the positive effects of this outweigh the negative effects? (67)
Some people say the main way to be happy in life is to have a lot of money.how might having a lot of money make people happy?what other things in life can make people happy? (56)
In recent years, many small local shops have closed because customers travel to large shopping centres or malls to do their shopping.Is this a positive or a negative development? (89)
Some people believe that children's leisure activities must be educational,otherwise they are a complete waste of time.Do you agree or disagree?Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your experience. (68.6)
Some people think that news and media are affecting our life in a positive way while others disagree. What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include examples from your own experience. (78)