IELTS Cue Card/ Candidate Task Card # 217 Describe the neighbourhood you lived in when you were a child. You should say: where in your town/city the neighbourhood was what kind of people lived there what it was like to live in this neighbourhood and explain whether you would like to live in this neighbourhood in the future. [You will have to talk about the topic for one to two minutes. You have one minute to think about what you are going to say. You can make some notes to help you if you wish.] Model Answer: When I was a child, I lived in a lovely neighbourhood in the southern part of my ho ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 457 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: In many countries, people are now living longer than ever before. Some people say an ageing population creates problems for governments. Other people think there are benefits if society has more elderly people. To what extent do the advantages of having an ageing population outweigh the disadvantages? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: In numerous countries, the average ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 456 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: In many countries around the world, rural people are moving to cities, so the population in the countryside is decreasing. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: The mass migration of rural populations to urban areas has accelerated globally in recent years, and it has resulted in a steady decline in population in th ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 454 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Some university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: In the realm of higher education, the priority between specialised knowledge and broad-b ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 454 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: Science, as a driving force behind human progress, plays a pivotal role in shaping the world we live in, and some argue that its primary aim should be the advancement of human well-being. I firmly agree tha ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 453 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Overreliance on private cars causes harm to the environment, and therefore it is necessary to encourage people to use public transport instead. How our overreliance on cars can harm the environment? How can people be encouraged to use public transport? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: The escalating pollution in many cities is primarily linked to the exponential growth ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 452 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Today many countries are facing public health problems because of the unhealthy lifestyles of their citizens. Why do people choose to live unhealthy lives? Suggest some measures to solve this problem. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: In contemporary society, numerous countries are grappling with public health issues that stem from the unhealthy lifestyles of their citi ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 451 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: People in all modern societies use drugs, but today’s youth are experimenting with both legal and illegal drugs at an increasingly early age. Discuss the causes of widespread drug use by young people in modern society. Make any recommendations to help fight youth drug abuse. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: Drug use among young people is a growing concern in modern soc ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 447 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Some people say that electric cars are better for our environment and only those types of cars should be allowed to run on the roads in future. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: It is indisputable that environmental concerns have become increasingly prominent in recent years, leading to debates about the future of transportation ..read more

GT Writing Task 2 / Essay Sample # 450 You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Write about the following topic: Some people think that art is an essential subject for children at school while others think it is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words. Model Answer: Art education in schools has been a topic of debate, with some arguing that it is an important subject for children, while others view it as a waste of time. This essay will ex ..read more