IELTS Academic vs General Training 3

Question 1

In Academic Writing Task 1, what is the candidate asked to do?

Accepted Answer

Describe a graph, table, chart, or diagram

Answer

Academic Task 1 requires describing visual data such as graphs, charts, or processes.

Question 2

In General Training Writing Task 1, what must the candidate produce?

Accepted Answer

A letter responding to a situation

Answer

General Training Task 1 asks candidates to write a letter (formal, semi-formal, or informal).

Question 3

How does Writing Task 2 compare across the two versions?

Accepted Answer

Both require an essay, but Academic topics are often more abstract

Answer

Both versions require an essay in Task 2, though Academic prompts tend to be more abstract or academic in style.

Question 4

What is the minimum word count for Writing Task 2 in both versions?

Accepted Answer

250 words

Answer

Task 2 requires at least 250 words in both Academic and General Training.

Question 5

What is the recommended minimum word count for Writing Task 1 in both versions?

Accepted Answer

150 words

Answer

Task 1 (graph or letter) should be at least 150 words in both versions.

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