2024 IELTS Writing Task 2 (Essay Questions) With Answers

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1. Recent Essay Questions
  2024-03-16: EssayNo. 1
Nowadays, not enough students choose science subjects at universities in many countries. What are the reasons for this problem? What are the effects on society?
Keywords: study
Type: Opinion
Tested on:
2024-03-16
2020-03-09
  2024-03-09: EssayNo. 2
Some people think that the success of life is based on hard work and determination. Others, however, believe that there are more important factors, such as having money or a good appearance. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Keywords: success
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2024-03-09
  2024-03-02: EssayNo. 3
Some cities have vehicle-free days when private cars, trucks, and motorcycles are banned from the city center. Public transportation like buses, taxis, and metros are advised. To what extent do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
Keywords: public transport; environment
Type: Advantages & Disadvantages
Tested on:
2024-03-02
  2024-02-24: EssayNo. 4
Some people believe that anyone can create art, such as painting, poetry, music, etc. Others think that a person should have special abilities to create art. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: art
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2024-02-24
  2024-02-03: EssayNo. 5
Some people say that what children watch on television influences their behavior, while others say the amount of time children spend watching television influences their behavior. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Keywords: child; TV
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2024-02-03
  2024-01-27: EssayNo. 6
Some people like to spend their leisure time with their colleagues, while others prefer to keep their private life separate from their work life. Is it a good thing to spend leisure time with a colleague?
Keywords: leisure; co-worker
Type: Opinion
Tested on:
2024-01-27
  2024-01-13: EssayNo. 7
American film actor John Wayne said: "Tomorrow is the most important thing in life." How is it important for individuals and countries to think about the future rather than the present? What’s your opinion?
Keywords: future
Type: Opinion
Tested on:
2024-01-13
2020-09-20
  2023-12-30: EssayNo. 8
Ambition is a positive quality for people to have in society today. How important is it for people who want to succeed in life?
Keywords: ways to success
Type: Solution
Tested on:
2023-12-30
  2023-12-16: EssayNo. 9
Some people think that the best way to succeed is to get a university education, while others disagree and say that it is no longer true nowadays. Discuss both views and give your own opinions.
Keywords: education aim; ways to success
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-12-16
2022-01-08
  2023-12-09: EssayNo. 10
The leaders or directors of organizations are often older people. But some people say that young people can also be a leader. Do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: young people; leadership
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-12-09
  2023-12-02: EssayNo. 11
It has been suggested that everyone in the world wants to own a car, a TV, and a fridge. Do you think the disadvantages of such a development outweigh the advantages?
Keywords: automobile
Type: Advantages & Disadvantages
Tested on:
2023-12-02
2022-05-21
  2023-11-25: EssayNo. 12
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 relation
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-11-25
  2023-11-18: EssayNo. 13
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: law
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2023-11-18
2019-11-08
  2023-11-04: EssayNo. 14
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
Tested on:
2023-11-04
2020-12-26
  2023-10-28: EssayNo. 15
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: technological change
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-10-28
2022-04-16
2019-10-11
  2023-10-21: EssayNo. 16
Scientific research should be funded by governments rather than commercial organizations. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: science; government spend
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-10-21
2020-01-16
  2023-10-07: EssayNo. 17
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: mobile
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-10-07
  2023-09-23: EssayNo. 18
Some think dangerous extreme sports such as skydiving and rock climbing should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: dangerous sport
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-09-23
  2023-09-09: EssayNo. 19
It has been suggested that all young adults should be required to undertake 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: volunteer; community
Type: Opinion
Tested on:
2023-09-09
  2023-09-02: EssayNo. 20
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 aim; social responsibility
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2023-09-02
  2023-08-26: EssayNo. 21
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: housing
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2023-08-26
  2023-08-19: EssayNo. 22
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
Tested on:
2023-08-19
  2023-08-12: EssayNo. 23
Young people who commit crimes should be treated in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: youth crime
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-08-12
  2023-08-05: EssayNo. 24
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: environmental protection; natural resource
Type: Direct Question
Tested on:
2023-08-05
  2023-07-29: EssayNo. 25
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
Tested on:
2023-07-29
  2023-07-22: EssayNo. 26
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: public order; automobile
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-07-22
  2023-07-15: EssayNo. 27
Many people fail to achieve a balance between work and the other parts of life. What causes the situation? How do we overcome this problem?
Keywords: balanced life
Type: Direct Question
Tested on:
2023-07-15
  2023-07-08: EssayNo. 28
In many countries, students' concentration in the classroom has decreased. What are the reasons for this? What are some possible solutions?
Keywords: student; study method
Type: Cause
Tested on:
2023-07-08
  2023-07-08: EssayNo. 29
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: tradition
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-07-08
  2023-06-24: EssayNo. 30
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 lesson; globalization
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2023-06-24
2020-08-16
2020-06-06
  2023-06-17: EssayNo. 31
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; museum
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2023-06-17
  2023-06-17: EssayNo. 32
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
Tested on:
2023-06-17
2023-01-14
2020-11-07
  2023-06-10: EssayNo. 33
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
Tested on:
2023-06-10
  2023-06-10: EssayNo. 34
Fast food is becoming a part of life everywhere, negatively affecting our lifestyles and diets. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Keywords: fast food; lifestyle
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-06-10
  2023-06-03: EssayNo. 35
It is difficult for people who live in cities to get enough physical exercise. What causes this? What solutions can be taken to solve the problem?
Keywords: physical activity
Type: Direct Question
Tested on:
2023-06-03
2022-07-09
  2023-05-27: EssayNo. 36
Successful sports professionals can earn much more than those 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: celebrity; salary
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-05-27
2021-11-11
  2023-05-20: EssayNo. 37
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; worker rights
Type: Discussion
Tested on:
2023-05-20
  2023-05-13: EssayNo. 38
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
Tested on:
2023-05-13
2020-12-12
  2023-05-06: EssayNo. 39
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 spend; art
Type: Agree & Disagree
Tested on:
2023-05-06
2019-11-09
  2023-04-22: EssayNo. 40
Nowadays, most countries improve their living standards through economic development. However, 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
Tested on:
2023-04-22
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