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Writing Task 2: Opinion Essays Flashcards

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  1. In an IELTS opinion essay, where should your clear position be first stated?

    Answer: In the introduction

    Your thesis stating your opinion belongs in the introduction so the reader knows your stance immediately.

  2. Which task achievement issue most lowers a score on an 'agree or disagree' prompt?

    Answer: Failing to give a clear opinion throughout

    An unclear or shifting opinion fails the core requirement of the task and caps Task Response.

  3. What is the minimum recommended word count for Writing Task 2?

    Answer: 250 words

    Task 2 requires at least 250 words; falling short results in a penalty.

  4. Roughly how much of your 60-minute Writing test should be spent on Task 2?

    Answer: About 40 minutes

    Task 2 is worth twice as much as Task 1, so allow around 40 minutes for it.

  5. Which phrase best signals a firm opinion in an introduction?

    Answer: I strongly believe that

    'I strongly believe that' states a clear, committed position required by opinion essays.

  6. What should each body paragraph in an opinion essay contain?

    Answer: A topic sentence supporting your view, with explanation and example

    Effective body paragraphs lead with a topic sentence and develop it with explanation and support.

  7. Which is the best way to end an opinion essay's conclusion?

    Answer: Restate your opinion and summarize key reasons

    A strong conclusion reaffirms your stance and briefly recaps the supporting reasons.