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IELTS Top tips – Writing Task2

How do we compose a "safe answer" for Writing Task 2?

Writing Task 2 (Academic / General)
Time 40 minutes
Word limit At least 250 words
content
  • social issues
  • Write an essay based on the question types
  • Write an essay that is closely related to the topic with reasons
TIP 1 : Write more than the minimum word limit

Practice increasing word count to a minimum of 250 words in time

  • If your word count falls or exceeds the word limit, you will lose marks
TIP 2 : Avoid minor errors

Writing Task 2 requires a formal essay

  • Avoid using abbreviation, broken English, repetition, misspell, and listing of words
TIP 3 : Excluding personal experiences

Present your arguments with supporting reasons based on factual knowledge

  • Practice excluding the experiences of you or your friends to stay objective
TIP 4 : Use a general statement according to the question type

There are seven types of academic writing on the exam.

  • No set phrase can be used in every type of the academic writing
  • Use a general statement depending on the question type
TIP 5 : Actively use linking words

Use linking words to connect the ideas and support your arguments

  • Use linking words when writing supporting ideas and relevant examples to establish a clear connection between ideas
  • Practice using different linking words when giving opinions, adding information, giving examples, and putting emphasis

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