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Writing Introductions for IELTS Writing task 2

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 57mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

How much time should be spent on writing an introduction?

a)

about 5 minutes

b)

about 4 minutes

c)

about 3 minutes

d)

about 2 minutes

2.

How much time do you usually spend on writing your introduction?

4 lines
3.

The introduction should be short but (a)   When writing introductions, you need to have a method and practice that the same method everytime you write an essay.

4.

How long should it take to write two body paragraphs?

a)

about 30 minutes

b)

about 25 minutes

c)

about 20 minutes

5.

Which option is wrong when talking about writing Introduction?

a)

You can't get a good score if you just focus on the introduction.

b)

It is advisable to write a long introduction to demonstrate language proficiency.

c)

Writing a lengthy introduction is a waste of time.

d)

The introduction should meet two requirements: introduce the topic and give a general answer.

6.

According to Mr. Simon, what are the 4 types of writing in Writing task 2?

a)

Opinion, Two-part Question, Advantages and Disadvantages, Problem and Solution

b)

Discussion, Advantages and Disadvantages, Opinion, Two-part Question,

c)

Discussion, Opinion, Two-part Question, Problem-Solution and Effect

d)

Discussion, Opinion, Problem and Solution, Two-part question

7.

What type of this question:

"Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion."

a)

Problem-Solution

b)

Opinion

c)

Problem and Solution

d)

Discussion

8.

What is the main topic of this question?

"Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion."

a)

Discuss different ways of study

b)

Advatages of studying in groups and study alone

c)

Controversy about studying styles

d)

Compare studying environments

9.

Fill in the blank to complete the introduction for this task question: "Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. "

Introduction: People have different views about the ................. of group study as opposed to working alone. While there are some benefits to studying ............................ I believe that group work is usually.............................



(a)  

10.

What is the most important in Opinion type?

a)

Must compare the differences between own and other's point of views

b)

You must clearly state and discuss your point of view

c)

Only agree or disagree on one topic, do not choose a balanced opinion

d)

Must discuss other people's points of view

11.

What is the best paraphrase of "unpaid community service"

Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

a)

involuntary community service

b)

free local work

c)

social benefits without money

d)

unsalaried social service

12.

Fill in the blank to complete the introduction for this task question: "Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?"

Introduction: It is sometimes argued that high school students should be made to do some work in their local communities. In my opinion, it would be wrong to force teenagers to do any kind of (a)   work.

13.

What should be done in the Introduction for Problem-Solution?

Task question: Many criminals reoffend after they have been punished. Why do some people continue to commit crimes after they have been punished, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?

a)

Write the problem and solution in detail in the introduction

b)

Give at least two solutions in the introduction

c)

No need to give detailed problem and solutions in the introduction

d)

Give your opinion on the problem in the task question

14.

Fill in the blank to complete the introduction for this task question: "Many criminals reoffend after they have been punished. Why do some people continue to commit crimes after they have been punished, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?"

Introduction: It is true that ........................... do not always deter criminals from committing more crimes. There are various reasons why ..................... repeatedly break the law, but governments could certainly take steps to address this issue.

(a)  

15.

What is not suitable to use as a paraphrase of "job satisfaction"

Task question: As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?

a)

feel fulfilled professionally

b)

happiness at work

c)

sense of satisfaction at workplace

d)

expectation while working

16.

Fill in the blank to complete the introduction for this task question: "As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?"

Introduction: Work plays a central role in our lives, and we would all like to feel fulfilled professionally. While a variety of factors may lead to job satisfaction, it would be (a)   to expect everyone to be happy at work.

17.

Write an introduction for this task question:

"Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion."

4 lines
18.

Write an introduction for this task question:

"Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?"

4 lines
19.

Write an introduction for this task question:

"Many criminals reoffend after they have been punished. Why do some people continue to commit crimes after they have been punished, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?"

4 lines
20.

Write an introduction for this task question:

"As most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is an important element of individual well-being. What factors contribute to job satisfaction? How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?"

4 lines