Writing Task 2 introduction

Writing Task 2 Lesson 1

LESSON 1

• Format of IELTS essay
• The band descriptors
• The myth of IELTS essay types
• Introduction, Body paragraphs and Conclusion

Writing Task 2 is a formal discursive essay, in which you must present a fully developed position in response to the issue raised in the question (Band 9 Task Response).

Writing Task 2 is a formal discursive essay, in which you must present a fully developed position in response to the issue raised in the question (Band 9 Task Response).

Writing Task 2: Band descriptors (public version)

Format of IELTS essay

INTRODUCTION
BODY PARAGRAPHS
( 2-3)
CONCLUSION

THE MYTH OF IELTS ESSAY TYPES

How many types of questions are there in Writing Task 2 ?

THE MYTH OF IELTS ESSAY TYPES

0

THE MYTH OF IELTS ESSAY TYPES

“Opinion essay”
“Advantages & disadvantages essay”
Answer the question!

COMMON QUESTIONS

• To what extent do you agree or disagree?
• Discuss both views and give your own opinion?
• Do the advantages of something outweigh the disadvantages?
• What is your opinion?
• What are the advantages and disadvantages?

WHY UNDERSTANDING IS IMPORTANT?

According to IDP IELTS, not understanding and answering essay prompt fully is THE MOST COMMON REASON why people score poorly in IELTS Writing Task 2.

PLANNING

Take 2-3 minutes to :

• Fully understand the question;
• Brainstorm ideas (at least 2 different distinct ideas)

ADDRESSING ALL PARTS OF TASK

Some people believe that parents should be responsible for teaching children right from wrong. Others think that schools should also teach children to behave well.
Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.