English Lesson

IELTS - Writing Task 2 and Listening

Writing Task 2

Task response

Coherence and cohesion

Vocabulary

Grammar

40 minutes to complete task 2

Types of questions

If the question ask for your opinion, remember to state it in the opening paragraph.

Passive voice

Conditionals

Linking words

Steps

Discussion and opinion essays

Analyse the question - key words

Generate ideas

Decide your opinion

Vocabulary - paraphrasing and synonyms

It's relevant to plan your answer according to the prompt!

Exercise

Read the prompt and identify the type of essay your must write. Then, write an introduction for each of them.

Some people today feel that physical money will no longer be used in the future. Others feel it will still have some uses.

Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Fast food has become more common in recent years. Some people think that it has a negative effect on lifestyles and diets.

Do you agree or disagree?

Structure

Double Questions Essay

Advantages and Disadvantages

There are always two questions that may be or not linked.

How to write an introduction?

The introduction should be short, 40 to 60 words is enough.

Topic-Task-Position formula

Prompt. Some people think children should only read academic books. Others believe that reading books for pleasure is equally important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

In my opinion, both categories of books are equally important for children's development.

However, there is a debate regarding the kind of books that is best for them. Should children only read for educational purposes or should they also read for fun?

Children are often encouraged to read.

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Introduction

Discussion Essay

1. Paraphrase

2. State two supporting reasons

3. Give your opinion

2-3 sentences / 40-60 words.

Question: Some people think that zoos are cruel and should be closed down. Others, however, believe that zoos can be useful in protecting wild animals.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Paragraphing

Topic Sentence

The main idea of the paragraph. It goes at the beginning.

Supporting Ideas

More focused arguments/reasons that support the main idea

Example

Make sure your examples are relevant and linked to the topic sentence

On the one hand, there are many projects in existence in zoological parks around the world where species facing extinction have been successfully bred in captivity and their numbers increased substantially. This is important for ensuring the survival of animals under threat from poaching and the destruction of their natural environments. A good example of this is the golden lion tamarin from Brazil which nearly died out because of logging and mining activities which are destroying its habitat. Today, a third of wild golden lion tamarins were raised in captivity.

Example

Conclusion

The conclusion summarizes the main points.

2-3 sentences long.

Never introduce new ideas.

Listening

Part 4