IELTS Advantage Task 2 Essays: Opinion or Not? - IELTS Energy Podcast 1144

What is one of the main advantages of wearing cowboy boots according to the speakers?

• They are unique and fashionable.

• They are inexpensive.

• They are suitable for all weather conditions.

• They are very comfortable.

What is the primary focus of the IELTS advantage-disadvantage essay discussed?

• To list as many advantages as possible.

• To provide a balanced view without stating an opinion.

• To clearly state and support an opinion.

• To focus only on disadvantages.

What does the IELTS writing rubric require from students?

• To use complex vocabulary.

• To maintain a consistent opinion throughout the essay.

• To include personal anecdotes.

• To write as many words as possible.

How should the introduction of an IELTS essay be structured?

• It should cover the topic and state the opinion.

• It should be a summary of the entire essay.

• It should only include a thesis statement.

• It should list all the advantages and disadvantages.

What is the recommended number of opinion statements for a high score?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What should be included in the body paragraphs of an IELTS essay?

• Only advantages

• Only disadvantages

• A summary of the introduction

• Both advantages and disadvantages with examples

What is a high-level way to tackle plural reasons in an essay?

• Use only one reason and elaborate on it.

• Combine two reasons in one sentence with a supporting example.

• List as many reasons as possible.

• Ignore the plural requirement.

What is a common mistake students make in the conclusion of their essays?

• Introducing new ideas.

• Summarizing the main points.

• Restating the thesis statement.

• Using simple vocabulary.

Why is it important to avoid changing your opinion in the conclusion?

• It can confuse the reader.

• It is not allowed in IELTS.

• It makes the essay too long.

• It can lower your score.

What should you do if you are unsure about a word's meaning on test day?

• Ask the examiner for clarification.

• Guess its meaning based on context.

• Avoid using it to prevent changing the meaning.

• Use it anyway to impress the examiner.