IELTS Writing Skills & Composition 3

Question 1

In a Task 2 'agree or disagree' essay, what is the safest thesis approach?

Accepted Answer

Clearly state your position in the introduction

Answer

A clear, consistent position stated early scores higher for task response.

Question 2

Which is a strong topic sentence for a body paragraph?

Accepted Answer

One major benefit of remote work is improved work-life balance

Answer

A good topic sentence states the paragraph's main idea clearly.

Question 3

What is the minimum word count for Writing Task 2?

Accepted Answer

250 words

Answer

Task 2 requires at least 250 words.

Question 4

Which linking phrase best signals a result or consequence?

Accepted Answer

Consequently

Answer

'Consequently' introduces a result.

Question 5

Writing well below the word count most directly lowers which band score area?

Accepted Answer

Task Achievement/Response

Answer

Insufficient length is penalised under Task Response.

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