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WorksheetsIELTS Writing Task 2 Introduction
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 16mins
How many parts to the IELTS Writing are there?
One
Two
Three
Four
How long is the IELTS Writing Test?
Thirty minutes
Forty minutes
Fifty minutes
Sixty minutes
How many words should I write for Task 1 and Task 2?
< 100 words for Task 1 and < 200 words for Task 2
≥ 100 words for Task 1 and ≥ 200 words for Task 2
< 150 words for Task 1 and < 250 words for Task 2
≥ 150 words for Task 1 and ≥ 250 words for Task 2
How much are Task 1 and Task 2 worth?
One third for Task 1, Two third for Task 2
Two third for Task 1, One third for Task 2
One half for Task 1, Twice as much for Task 2
One half for Task 1, One half for Task 2
Should I do Task 1 or Task 2 first?
Task 1 first
Task 2 first
It is your choice
Do both at the same time
Are spelling and punctuation important in IELTS Writing?
No for both
Yes for both
No for the former, Yes for the latter
Yes for the former, No for the latter
How long should I spend on IELTS Writing Task 2?
20 minutes
30 minutes
40 minutes
50 minutes
How many question types are there in the IELTS Writing Task 2?
1
2
3
4
The IELTS examiners will count the exact number of words you write.
TRUE
FALSE
Which statement is NOT correct?
It is very important to make sure your essay fully answers the exam question, and only answers the exam question.
It is a good idea to use qualifying phrases like ‘it can seem…’ and ‘it is likely that…’ in academic writing.
It is better to write in an impersonal way. Avoid using I, We and You very often in the IELTS Writing.
It does not matter if some sentences are repetitive or using informal expressions in the IELTS Writing.
Which statement is correct?
In academic writing, it is customary to include rhetorical questions (i.e. questions for dramatic effect).
You will lose points immediately if the IELTS examiners strongly disagree with your viewpoints.
There are no reasonable reasons to use exclamation marks or tag questions in the academic writing.
It is better to repeat key words throughout the writing because this is a criterion of the marking scheme.
We should provide scientific facts/ results/ researches rather than your own personal experience/ example in the IELTS Writing.
TRUE
FALSE
In IELTS, what should your first statement be?
a thesis statement
paraphrase
topic sentence/general statement
Why do we paraphrase?
to show off your vocabulary
to show the examiner you understand the question
to show off your grammar
all of the above
What if your paraphrase doesn’t make sense?
you will feel confused
it indicates that you don't understand the question/the vocabulary/grammar
no problem
your examiner will be sad/grumpy and you will lose points
Is it a good idea to skip paraphrasing?
Yes, it will help you save time
No
No, because you will lose points
Yes
What should your thesis statement do?
introduce the topic
answer the essay question
How should your body paragraphs be structured?
first point, example, topic sentence, summary
topic sentence, followed by two or three supporting statements (eg. examples/reasons/consequences)
What defines a good topic sentence?
it introduces a new topic
identifies the main idea of the paragraph and the main point the writer wants to make about that subject
Must your conclusion agree with your introduction?
yes
no
it doesn't really matter
Should you introduce any new points in your conclusion?
Definitely not, you should summarise the points covered and rephrase your thesis statement
Yes, absolutely
No, you should repeat exactly what you have already said using exactly the same words
What happens to your band score if you only use simple sentences?
you can't score higher than band 4.5
it will be high
Does this topic require an opinion from the candidate?
In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move to regional areas outside the big cities.
Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?
No
Yes
What kind of essay should you write for the following topic?
A person’s worth nowadays seems to be judged according to social status and material possessions. Old-fashioned values, such as honour, kindness and trust, no longer seem important.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Advantages and disadvantages essay
Opinion essay
Cause and effect essay
Discussion essay
Which word in the second sentence which is similar in meaning to the word underlined in the first sentence?
Over the last few years, there has been a steady increase in violent crime.
Cases of assault have constantly/ continuously/ sharply been going up and robbery is now more likely to result in injury.
constantly
continuously
sharply
What can we say about examples in task 2 body?
It is necessary to make your opinions more convincing
If your explanation uses very good grammar and vocabulary then examples are unnecessary
They help your essay reach the word limit, especially when you lack necessary grammar and lexical resources
Examples need to be true and you will lose points if the IELTS examiners know you provide fake information
Choose all of the synonyms for Moreover?
Also
Furthermore
Besides
In addition
Specifically
Choose all of the synonyms for However?
nevertheless
On the contrary
Thus
In contrast
In spite of that
