Writing
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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) | |
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| Time | 40 minutes |
| Word limit | At least 250 words |
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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
Take a mock — your way.
Manual for an exact rehearsal, or Adaptive to drill your last weak point.