IELTS Writing Task 2 Concepts

The video tutorial provides an in-depth guide on the five unofficial types of IELTS Writing Task 2 questions: discussion, opinion, comparison, and two-part questions. It explains how to structure essays, develop arguments, and express opinions clearly. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of clarity and organization in writing to achieve a higher score. It also offers strategies for preparing and structuring each essay type, along with examples and tips for effective writing.

What is the primary goal of an IELTS examiner when reading a Writing Task 2 essay?

• To ensure the essay is interesting

• To evaluate the length of the essay

• To determine if the question is fully answered

• To check for grammatical errors

What is the first type of task discussed in the video?

• Advantages and disadvantages essay

• Opinion essay

• Two views and your opinion

• Problem-solution essay

In a discussion essay, how many main points should you ideally focus on for each view?

• Three or four

• As many as possible

• One or two

• Five or six

What is the second type of task introduced in the video?

• Two views and your opinion

• Opinion or agree/disagree essay

• Problem-solution essay

• Comparison essay

When structuring an opinion essay, what should you ensure about your opinion?

• It is controversial

• It is hidden

• It is clear

• It is complex

What is the third type of task discussed in the video?

• Opinion essay

• Problem-solution essay

• Two views and your opinion

• Advantages and disadvantages essay

In a comparison essay, what are you primarily asked to do?

• Describe a single viewpoint

• Summarize a text

• Compare pros and cons

• Provide a personal story

Which extract is likely from a comparison essay?

• Extract one

• None of the above

• Extract three

• Extract two

What are the fourth and fifth types of tasks introduced?

• Comparison essay

• Two-part questions

• Opinion or agree/disagree essay

• Two views and your opinion

What is the next step after learning about the five types of IELTS Writing Task 2 questions?

• Learn how to write each type

• Ignore the essay types

• Write as much as possible

• Focus only on grammar