IELTS Writing Test Quiz

Which of these is an example of a formal academic tone?

• "I think this is trash."

• "In my opinion, this is detrimental."

• "This sucks."

• "This is kinda bad."

Which of the following is a good way to contrast two opposing ideas?

• "In addition,"

• "Similarly,"

• "However,"

• "Also,"

In Task 2, what type of essay might you be asked to write?

• A descriptive story

• An advantage / disadvantage essay

• A complaint email

• A poem

What should you do if you run out of time while writing Task 2?

• Stop immediately

• Write a brief conclusion

• Leave it unfinished

• Add more examples

Which of the following phrases is useful for making comparisons?

• "Then,"

• "Additionally,"

• "In contrast,"

• "For example,"

Which phrase is an example of signposting language?

• "In conclusion,"

• "I believe that"

• "It is said that"

• "On the one hand,"

Answer explanation

Remember, signposting language gives your writing STRUCTURE!

Which of the following should you avoid in the IELTS Writing test?

• Using complex sentences

• Writing in a formal tone

• Using short and simple sentences repeating 'I think'

• Using a variety of vocabulary

How many words should you write for Task 1 in the IELTS Writing test?

• At least 100 words

• At least 150 words

• At least 200 words

• At least 250 words

How many words should you write for Task 2 in the IELTS Writing test?

• At least 100 words

• At least 150 words

• At least 200 words

• At least 250 words

Which of the following is NOT a part of the IELTS Writing test assessment criteria?

• Task Achievement

• Coherence and Cohesion

• Speaking Fluency

• Lexical Resource