How to Expand Ideas in IELTS Writing Task 2 - IELTS Energy Podcast 1161

The video tutorial emphasizes the importance of expanding on ideas in essay writing. It highlights the need to support arguments with evidence and examples to convince the examiner. The tutorial uses a visualization exercise to help students imagine defending their ideas in an argument. A specific example of an essay about organic food is analyzed to demonstrate the importance of providing support for claims. The tutorial concludes with practical advice on creating convincing arguments and using personal examples to strengthen essays.

Why is it crucial to expand on ideas in writing tasks?

• To make the essay longer

• To use more vocabulary

• To fill up the word count

• To convince the examiner of your viewpoint

What can happen if you don't support your ideas with evidence?

• The examiner will agree with you

• Your vocabulary score will increase

• Your essay will be more interesting

• Your task score may be lower

What should each sentence in your essay provide?

• A new and necessary piece of information

• A repetition of the previous sentence

• A question for the reader

• A summary of the paragraph

What is a recommended strategy for developing ideas in writing?

• Use complex vocabulary

• Ask yourself 'why' and provide specific details

• Focus on grammar accuracy

• Write as much as possible

In the example about organic food, what was the main argument?

• Organic food is always better

• Organic food is not worth the extra cost

• Organic food is healthier

• Organic food is a marketing gimmick

How did the speaker suggest supporting the argument about organic food?

• By using a personal example from a grocery store

• By discussing the history of organic farming

• By quoting a scientific study

• By referencing a famous chef

What is the purpose of providing specific examples in an essay?

• To confuse the examiner

• To prove and support your ideas

• To entertain the reader

• To make the essay longer