Frequently appeared essay types for Academic IELTS Writing Task 2 (Essay).

Frequently appeared essay types for Academic IELTS Writing Task 2.

Opinion Essays (Agree/Disagree):

1. Obesity is a disease that is affecting approximately one-third of the population and healthcare system is having a lot of strain to deal with this problem. Introducing more physical education in schools is one way to tackle the issue. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
2. At an average rate traditional subjects like history, arts etc. are being given more hours in schools nowadays. There is an opinion developing that schools should rather spend more time in teaching skills which could help students in finding a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
3. Nowadays parenting training courses are being advertised everywhere. Is it necessary for parents to attend parenting training course for bringing up their children? To what extent do you agree or disagree?
4. Some people say International sports events help in world peace. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
5. Young people spend their free time in shopping malls. This has negative effects on young people and society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
6. For getting a good job university education is very essential but some people argue that experience and skills are more important. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
7. International donors give aid to the developing economies. There are two stances regarding aid. Some people argue that financial aid is important but other suggest that practical aids and technical assistance are more important? Discuss both views and give your opinion.
8. Large companies should give high salaries to CEOs and executives of large companies earn much higher compared to other employees. Is this fair? To what extent do you agree.
10. Foreign tourists abroad should be charged more than local people to visit country’s cultural and historical attractions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
11. Some experts say that living in richer countries and earning more to become wealthier does not make the citizens happier. To what extent do you agree?

Advantages and Disadvantages Essays:
1. The development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advantages and disadvantages to having one language in the world?
2. The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
3. Today, more and more students are deciding to move to a different country for higher studies. Do you think that the benefits of this outweigh the problems?
4. Nowadays, more people are choosing to socialize online rather than face to face. Is this a positive or negative development?
5. Consumer goods have become the most important part of people’s lives. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
6. Many people go abroad for higher studies. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
7. In some countries, a foreign language is taught at primary schools. Do the advantages of learning a new language outweigh the disadvantages?
8. The advantages provided by English as a ‘global language’ will continue to outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree with the statement?

Cause, Problem and Solution Essays:

1. Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
2. The gap between rich and poor is growing. What problems does this create? What can be done to tackle them?
3. More and more people prefer to read eBooks rather than paper books. What are the reasons for this? What problems can this cause for libraries?

Direct Questions:
1. 100 years ago people thought that the human race was steadily making progress in all areas of life. Nowadays, there is less certainty that it is so. In what areas do you think the most important progress has been made so far? In what areas are more things needed to be done?
2. In some schools and universities, girls tend to choose arts subjects (e.g. literature), and boys tend to choose science subjects like physics and biology. Why do you think this is so? Should this tendency be changed?
3. Some universities offer online courses for students. Do you think this is a positive or negative development for students?
4. Children in some parts of the world have less responsibility compared to children in the past. Some people think this as a positive change, however, others think of it as a negative change. What do you think?
5. Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
6. In some parts of the world, it is becoming popular to research the history of one’s own family. Why might people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?

Discussion Essay Questions:

1. Some people think Governments should take measures regarding the healthy lifestyle of individuals. Others think it must be managed by individuals. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.
2. Some people say it is OK to use animals for our benefit, others say it is not good to exploit them. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.
3. Most countries allow eighteen-year-olds to start driving a car. Some say it is good to allow it at this age, while others think that the age to start driving should be at least twenty-five. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.
4. Some people think that the best way to reduce crimes is to apply longer prison sentences, other people think that there are better methods of doing so. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
5. Some people think that money is one of the most essential factors in promoting happiness. Do you think people can be happy without much money? What other factors contribute towards happiness?

GT Writing Task 2 (Essay) Questions from IELTS Past Papers

GT Writing Task 2 (Essay) Questions from IELTS Past Papers

Module: GT Feb 2017 India:

Some people fail in school, but end up being successful in life. Why do you think that is the case? What is the most important thing to succeed in life?

Module: GT Feb 2017 India

These days’ people tend to buy less of new items and more for second-hand items. What are the causes for this? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Module: GT Srilanka Feb 2017

1. Some people think that professional athletes make good role models for young people, while others believe they don’t. What is your opinion on that? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

2.Some parents are sure that their children must do educational activities during their free time. Others say that in this way they are under pressure. Describe both points of view and give your opinion.

Module: GT 16/02/17 Brazil
Some parents think that children’s leisure time should be fulfilled with educational activities. However, some parents find it can put too much pressure into kids. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.

Module: GT 11th Feb 2017 India
In today’s world, many people started buying second-hand products in comparison to the new products. Is it positive or negative?

Module: GT 16th Feb 2017 Singapore
Nowadays, more people are traveling to other countries. Why is this the case? Is it a positive or negative impact on the countries they travel to?

Module: GT 11 Feb 2017 Brazil
Some people who fail in school end up being highly successful in life. Why does this happen? What is the main reason for success?

Module: GT Feb 11,2017 Canada
Some people who failed in academic but achieved the great successful life in their adult life. Why this happens? What is the main element to lead them to succeed in life?

Module: GT 11- Feb 2017 Bahrain
In many countries, people buy fewer new things and more second – hand things. What do you think is the reason for this? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Module: GT 11th Feb-2017 Australia
Some people agree that children should do what their parents tell them to do. Other people think children should learn how to think for themselves. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Module: GT (11-Feb-2017) India
In some countries, people buy lesser of new things and more of second-hand things. What are your views on the above? Is it a positive trend or a negative trend?

Module: GT 21st Jan 2017 USA
Schools are spending more time in traditional subjects like history etc. They should rather spend more time in teaching skills that can help them find a job. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Module: GT 21 Jan 2017 Iran
Many people believe international sporting events can contribute towards world peace. Do you agree or disagree?

Module: GT 21/01/2017 India
Some people think that International sports event plays an important role in helping towards maintaining world peace. Discuss do you agree or disagree?

Module: GT 21st January Australia
Many people believe that now there is less communication between family members than in the past. To what extent to you agree with this view.

Module: GT Jan 21st-2017 NewZealand
Some people believe that the communication between family members is lesser today compared to the past. Do u agree or disagree?

Module: GT – India 21/01/2017
International sporting events play an important role to bring peace between nations. Do you agree or disagree? Answer with reasons.

Module: GT 21st January 2017 India
Some believe that international sporting events contribute to world peace. Do you agree or disagree? Give relevant examples from your experience or knowledge.

Module: GT Australia: 21/01/17
Nowadays the communication within family members is less than the before. Agree disagree?

Module: GT: 7th Jan 2017 India
Most countries allow 18-Year-Olds to start driving a car. Some say it is good to allow at this age. others think that the age to start driving should be at least 25 Years. Discuss both the views.

Module: GT 7/1/17 India
Some people say that tourists cannot learn much from a place where visiting on holiday. Others say that can learn many things. Discuss both of views and give your opinion.

Module: GT January 2017 India
Under 18s are allowed to drive a car. Some say that a person should become at least 25 to drive. Discuss both.

Module: GT 7th January 2017 Pakistan
Most countries allow 18-year Olds to start driving a car. Some say that it is good to allow driving at this age. Others people think that the age to start driving should be at least 25 years. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Module: GT Perth 7 January 2017
Some people believe that tourists do not learn anything much about a place during their holiday, while the oppositions believe they learn a lot of things. Discuss the two views and provide your opinion.

Module: GT 3rd December 2016. Nigeria
Write an essay. Why do more people participate in sport as youths than in adulthood? Use examples in your answers. 1. Your useful tips: Knowing what to expect and pitfalls. 2. Ensure to write the required words and knowing the grading style.

Module: GT 11- Feb-2017 Bahrain
In many countries, people buy fewer new things and more second – hand things. What do you think is the reason for this? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Module: GT: 11th Feb 2017 Pakistan
In some countries, people are purchasing fewer new items and more second-hand goods. Reasons for this? Is this a positive or negative trend?

Module: GT Jan 21, 2017, India
A few people think that International Sporting Events are important for achieving world peace. Do you agree or disagree? Justify with examples.

Module: GT 21st Jan 2017 Abu Dhabi

Some people say that International sporting event is important for world peace.
Do you agree or disagree?

Module: GT 10th Dec 2016 India
Children in some parts of the world have less responsibility has compared to children in the past. Some people think this as a positive change however others think of it as negative. write your opinion about it.

Module: GT Jeddah, KSA 10th Dec 2016
Nowadays children have fewer responsibilities comparing with the past. Some people believe this is a good trend and other believe it does not. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Module: GT Lahore (PK) 10th Dec 2016
A large amount of garbage is an increasing problem. What are the reasons and what can be done to solve this problem?

Module: GT Hong Kong Dec 2016
Nowadays some children are showing less respect to adults than in the past. What causes this problem? What can be done?

Module: GT India December 2016

1. Some people think that child’s success in adult life depends on the way their parents brought up them. Do you agree or disagree?

2. Many people do sports as kids but give up physical exercise as adults. Why adults give up exercise? What can be done to solve this problem?

Module: GT 19th of November, 2016 Srilanka
1. Hotels aren’t the best idea to learn about a country and the people there. Do you agree or disagree?

2. Some people say that staying in a hotel in a foreign country when on a holiday is not the best way to get to know about the country and its people. Discuss your opinion.

Module: GT October 29th, 2016 New Zealand
In most countries, Tradition customs are disappearing. Explain the reasons and what school and parents could do to keep the tradition customs?

Module: GT (08/10/2016) India
1. In some countries, many people of all ages do sports and exercise a lot. does it have more benefits or drawbacks? Give reasons for your answer including any examples from your own experience.

2. Major countries nowadays experience major traffic. Described the situation in your country and discuss the possible ways to overcome from this traffic congestion.

3.Nowadays advance technologies affect our daily life. Does mobile phones and computers with automatic language translator give us more advantage or disadvantage?

4.There seems to be an increasing number of serious crime committed each year. While some think the best way is to use the death penalty as a deterrent, many people believe that other measures will be needed. Discuss both sides.

5. Nowadays we are producing more rubbish (garbage), what are the causes, what can be done to control it.

Module: GT India 10/12/2016
Some people think that children these days are given fewer responsibilities than the children of the past. Some think this is a positive development while others think this is negative. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Module: GT Qatar 03.12.2016
Now a day’s people are not getting involved much into sports activity as they used to be during their childhood. Describe the issue in detail and give your own opinion.

Module: GT Japan December 2016
It’s a cause and solution about why the children nowadays are less respectful than the children in the past.

Module: GT 3rd December 2016 India
Adult success is because of the way that parents bring up their children. Do you agree or disagree?

Module: GT December 2016 Singapore
Many believe that young children should play sports in order to prepare them for working life. Some disagree. Discuss.

Module: GT December 2016 India
Many believe that young children should play sports in order to prepare them for working life. Some disagree. Discuss.

Module: GT November 2016 Lahore
Many believe that young children should play sports in order to prepare them for working life. Some disagree. Discuss.

Module: GT November 2016 Indonesia
Some people think that staying in a hotel while traveling in a foreign country is not a good idea to explore the people and their culture. What do you think? Give your own opinion. Explain with real world examples using your own experience.

Module: GT November 2016 India
Some people think that playing team sports is a good way to prepare children for working life. Some others disagree. Discuss both views and gives your opinion.

Module: GT November 2016 India
1. Technologies like computer and telephone have made it easier to work from home. What do you think are the advantages and disadvantages of working from home?
2. Nowadays companies are offering a facility of work at home to many of its employees. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and your opinion?

Module: GT November 2016 Pakistan
1. Many children eat food that is not good for health. Why do you think the reason behind for unhealthy practices? What can be done for the problem? write at least 250 words.

2.Some people in developed country spend a lot .is it a positive development or negative.

Module: GT October 2016 New Zealand
In Many countries, traditional customs are lost. Why would this happen? What do you think school and parent should do to keep these customs alive?

Module: GT October 2016 Brazil
In some cities, historical buildings are been destroyed to make a place for new housing. What is your opinion about the subject?

Module: GT October 2016 India
In many countries, people are not taking care of their elderly relatives but seeking the help of professionals to look after them. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

Module: GT (10-9-2016) India
Some people believe families will be more important than friends. Do you agree or disagree?

Module: GT August 2016 India
In most places, people are spending their free-time going shopping as compared to their older hobbies of the past. Why do you think is this happening due to? Do you see it as a positive or negative development?

Module: GT July 2016 India
1. Some people say that subjects like art, music, drama and creative writing are good for a child and benefits in its development. Do you agree or disagree?

2. Today the large segment of society wants subjects ARTS, MUSIC, DRAMA, CREATIVE WRITING to be taught in the school for the development of their Children. Also, the school should have the maximum place to these subjects in the Timetable. Do you Agree or Dis-Agree?

Module: GT July 2016 India
In many countries, children spend a lot of free time doing homework. Is it a good or bad? Give reasons and include examples.

Module: GT June 2016 India
Watching sport as a leisure is considered a waste of time by some people. do u agree or disagree?

Module: GT September 2016 Srilanka
Many countries, spend the money for training individuals to participate the International sporting events. Some people say that that money should spend to public development instead.

Module: GT August 2016 India
Some people like to spend and live in the same area for their whole life, while others prefer to move the area they live very often. Discuss both the views and give your opinion.

Module: GT August 2016 Nigeria
Advertisements influence the way we buy things. should advertisement be taught to children in school? Support your answer examples.

Module: GT June 2016, India
Nowadays many youngsters in Western countries tend to move out of their houses and live separate from parents until marriage for studying or work. Advantage /Disadvantage with Opinion.

Module: GT May 2016 GT, India
Few parents think it’s ok to give a small amount of money to children on weekly basis, however, few think it is not OK … Discuss both views and say your opinion.

Module: GT March 2016 India
Young generation spends a lot of their free time in shopping. Is this good or bad? Should they be encouraged in some other activities during their free time?

Module: GT February 2016 Pakistan
As crime in young generation is increasing. What are the causes? How parents and teachers can help to control?

Module: GT April 2016 Pakistan
Nowadays the Internet offers free music to listen and free newspaper to read. Is this a positive or negative development? Write example from your own knowledge and experience.