IELTS Writing Task
Recent Essay Questions
2023-11-25: Essay No. 1
Many people feel that most of the urgent problems can only be solved by international cooperation. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: international
Type: Agree & Disagree
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2023-11-25
Essay No. 2
Some people think that all lawbreakers should be taken into prison. In contrast, others believe there are better alternatives (for example, doing work or learning skills in the community). Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: crime
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 3
In many countries, people now wear Western-style dresses such as suits and jeans rather than traditional clothing. Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?
Keywords: clothing
Type: Cause
Essay No. 4
More and more people are using computers and electric devices to access information; therefore, there is no need for printed books, magazines, and newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: technology
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 5
Scientific research should be funded by governments rather than commercial organizations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: research
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 6
Some people think mobile (cell) phones should be banned in public places such as libraries, shops and public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Keywords: phone
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 7
Some think dangerous extreme sports such as skydiving and rock climbing should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: sports
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 8
It has been suggested that all young adults should be required to undertake a period of unpaid work helping people in the community. Would the drawbacks of such a requirement be greater than the benefits to the community and the individual young adults?
Keywords: young people
Type: Opinion
Essay No. 9
Some people believe the purpose of education is to prepare individuals to be beneficial to society. Others say the purpose of education is to achieve personal ambitions. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: education
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 10
Some people think the government should provide free housing, while others believe it is not the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: government
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 10
Some people think the government should provide free housing, while others believe it is not the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: government
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 11
Some people think more public money should be spent on roads and motorways than public transport. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: transport
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 12
Young people who commit crimes should be treated in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: young people
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 13
In some countries, there is not enough recycling of waste materials (e.g., paper, glass, and cans). What are the reasons, and what can be done to solve this problem?
Keywords: environment
Type: Direct Question
Essay No. 14
In many countries, most shops and products become identical. Some people think it is a positive development, while others believe it is a negative development. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: product
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 15
Some believe the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars and motorbikes. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: safety
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 16
Many people fail to achieve a balance between work and the other parts of life. What causes the situation? How to overcome this problem?
Keywords: balance
Type: Direct Question
Essay No. 17
In many countries, students’ concentration in the classroom has decreased. What are the reasons for this? What are some possible solutions?
Keywords: concentration
Type: Cause
Essay No. 18
If people go to live in another country, they should follow the local customs and traditions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: lifestyle
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 19
It is believed that secondary school children should study international news as one of their school subjects. Others think that this is a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
Keywords: school
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 20
Some people think visiting museums is the best way for children to learn history, while many others believe there are better ways. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: history
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 21
Many offenders commit more crimes after serving the first punishment. Why is this happening, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem?
Keywords: crime
Type: Cause & Solution
Essay No. 22
Some people think we should keep all the money we earn and not pay taxes to the state. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: tax
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 23
Fast food is becoming one part of life everywhere, this has bad effects on our lifestyles and diet. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: food; health
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 24
It is difficult for people who live in cities to get enough physical exercise. What causes and solutions can be taken to solve the problem?
Keywords: exercise
Type: Direct Question
Essay No. 25
Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions, like nurses, doctors, and teachers. Some people think it is fully justified, while others believe it is unfair. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: job; salary
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 26
Although countries with long average working hours are economically successful, this often has some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: economy
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 27
Nowadays, celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than their achievements, which has set a bad example for young people. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: celebrity
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 28
Governments should not financially support artists (like painters, writers, musicians, etc.) because arts do not improve people’s lives. Instead, they should let artists support themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: government; art
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 29
Nowadays, most countries improve their living standards through economic development. But some social values are lost as a result. Do you think the advantages of the phenomenon outweigh the disadvantages?
Keywords: social value
Type: Advantages & Disadvantages
Essay No. 30
Some people think paying taxes is a big enough contribution to their society, while others think people have more responsibilities as members of society than only paying taxes. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: society
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 31
Some people think hosting major international sporting events brings a lot of advantages to a country, while others believe there are more disadvantages. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: sports
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 32
Despite better access to education, many adults today still can not read or write. In what ways are they disadvantaged? What can governments do to help them?
Keywords: education
Type: Direct Question
Essay No. 33
Some people think watching television is bad for children in every way. Others believe it is good for developing children as they grow up. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: children
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 34
Students in university education should develop specialists in one subject area rather than create a broader range of subjects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: university
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 35
Some people think history has little to tell us, but others think studying past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both views and give your opinion, citing examples from your experience.
Keywords: history
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 36
Employers should give their staff at least four weeks holiday a year to make employees better at their work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: vacation
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 37
Some people think the government should pay for health care and education, but others believe it is not the government’s responsibility. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: government
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 38
Large companies should pay CEOs and executives higher salaries than other workers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: salary
Type: Agree & Disagree
Essay No. 39
Some people think they have the right to use as much fresh water as they want, but others believe government should control the use of freshwater as it is a limited resource. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: environment
Type: Discussion
Essay No. 40
Organized tours to remote places and communities are increasingly popular. Is it a positive or negative development for local people and the environment?
Keywords: travel
Type: Opinion