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Education:
Some people think that children should be homeschooled when they are very young while others think it is better for them to attend a kindergarten. Which do you think is better?
Certain individuals believe that children should be educated at home from an early age whereas others consider enrolling them into a pre-school. In my view, I think that small children should attend a daycare centre. Firstly this essay will discuss the main benefit of being homeschooled and secondly, discuss the value of children attending a preschool. On the one hand, homeschooling is an option for parents to introduce education to their sons and daughters at an early age. This is done in the convenience of their own home thus can save time, energy and money that is often used when attending a normal school setting. In addition, this practice can be very effective because the attention is focused on one individual or a small group if they have siblings. This can allow the parents to teach a wide range of subjects to their child, which may be more advanced than the preschool program. For example, DEPED in the Philippines in 2017 reported that 89% of parents in the survey would choose to homeschool their children. On the other hand, a child is like a sponge at an early age, they easily absorb information and enrolling them into a pre-school can help them to learn, not only the basics but how to form social relationships. Exposing them to other children the same age can teach them how to mingle and how to form bonds. Pre-school teaches them not only how to read or write the alphabet but how to have a routine, which can teach them to become responsible. For instance, the BBC news reported in 2016 that pre-school children in the UK learn everyday tasks, like cleaning up after themselves, how to tie shoelaces and social manners. In my opinion, I believe that although homeschooling is effective I still consider pre-school to be more beneficial. This practice can expose children to other children, which is an important part of their development as humans. Furthermore, it also teaches them the value of responsibility which is a great foundation for moulding them into a responsible human being. For instance, an article in Family Matters magazine in 2016 reported that children who underwent pre-schooling were more focused and were eager to learn new skills versus children who were homeschooled. In conclusion, even though homeschooling can have benefits, it is far greater for children to attend preschool, so they can interact with their peers and learn how to have a daily routine.
(Word count – 412 / Band score 8)
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Task Achievement – The essay provides an answer to the question asked, supported by relevant examples.
Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs and each main body paragraph only has one main idea. There are cohesive links between the main body paragraphs.
Lexical Resource – There is evidence of a wide range of vocabulary, with no errors in the text.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences have a wide range of structures.
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A detailed guide to this IELTS Writing Task 2 essay type, with structure templates, useful vocabulary, and techniques to achieve Band 7+.
Originally published April 2018. Last reviewed 3 July 2026.
In this post, we will look at a direct question essay example from the IELTS writing task 2 test. Students often ask if the questions are repeated year after year and the answer is no, but the topics are. There are so many questions written each year, you may find your practice answering various questions on different topics. For example, you could write essays to answer questions about education or the environment, which benefits you because you learn vocabulary associated with those topics and develop ideas that can help you in your writing test.
Practising writing IELTS task 2 essays on a range of topics is a great way to learn new vocabulary for those topics, but also to practice your essay structures. You begin to develop your ideas around those topics, thinking of examples and giving your opinions.
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Take a look at the IELTS Direct Question Essay example below:
Economics:
Wealth and material belongings often measure the success that a person has. Do you think wealth is the best measure of success? What makes a successful person?
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Riches and possessions are frequently viewed as the gauge for the achievements of an individual. Firstly, this essay will discuss how having a lot of money can be a benchmark for achievement and secondly, discuss how a person can be seen as accomplished. On the one hand, when a person has accrued a vast amount of wealth, this is often shown through their belongings or property. Owning a large property or many properties, the latest cars and other material possessions can show the world that you are successful. Being able to show your achievements through your good fortune, can propel you into a different class and do things that not everyone is able to do. For example, Virgin CEO Richard Branson’s success was documented by Forbes magazine in 2017, as he was able to purchase more than one private island in the Caribbean that year. In my opinion, I believe that success through business can easily be gauged by the amount of wealth one has. On the other hand, in my view, accomplishments can be also seen in different forms. It is true that money can gauge success, although there are also other factors to consider. Successful people are generally positive, motivated, enthusiastic and problem solvers. They take risks because they know that to further themselves, reaching goals and realising aspirations takes hard work, determination and not being scared of failure. For instance, The Economist in 2017 reported that 80% of successful business leaders had positive outlooks and saw themselves as risk-takers. In conclusion, it is a fact that having a large amount of money can measure one’s achievements, however, in order to get to that stage in life, people also need to realise the determining factors that make a person become a success.
(Word count – 293 / Band score 8)
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Task Achievement – The essay provides an answer to the question asked, supported by relevant examples. Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs and each main body paragraph only has one main idea. There are cohesive links between the main body paragraphs. Lexical Resource – There is evidence of a wide range of vocabulary, with no errors in the text. Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences have a wide range of structures.
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A detailed guide to this IELTS Writing Task 2 essay type, with structure templates, useful vocabulary, and techniques to achieve Band 7+.
Originally published April 2018. Last reviewed 3 July 2026.
In this post, we will find a direct question essay example from the IELTS writing task 2 test. Students often ask if the questions are repeated year after year and the answer is no, but the topics are. There are so many questions written each year, you may find you practise answering various questions on different topics.
For example, you could write essays to answer questions about education or the environment, which benefits you because you learn vocabulary associated with those topics and develop ideas that can help you in your writing test.
Practising writing IELTS task 2 essays on a range of topics is a great way to learn new vocabulary for those topics, but also to practice your essay structures. You begin to develop your ideas around those topics, thinking of examples and giving your opinions.
If you would like to purchase a 29 page PDF download that is easy to read and print out please take a look at the bookshop >
Take a look at the IELTS Direct Question Essay example below:
Family and Children:
Parents put a lot of pressure on children to succeed. Do you think this is a good or bad thing?
Mothers and fathers have various demands on their sons and daughters in order to be successful in life. I believe that this is a negative thing because it may expose their children to depression. Firstly, this essay will discuss the detrimental effects of pressuring kids and secondly, the possible good outcome of this practice. On the one hand, all parents want the best for their children. This can sometimes affect a child in a negative way because with lots of pressure, they can perform badly in school and become easily upset. Children who encounter severe pressure can become introverted, depressed or have increased anxiety, which may lead them to behave badly or to think of failure as a terrible thing. For example, an article from Mental Health magazine in 2016 reported that 90% of children who are pressured by parents regularly become introverted and develop anxiety disorders. On the other hand, there are some positive aspects of subjecting kids to minimal pressure. This can give them good study ethics that they can practice throughout their school years, motivating them to do well. In addition, being able to work under pressure is also a good thing because the child can use this in order to survive the pressure of a demanding working environment when they are adults, which can make them more efficient and effective employees. For instance, Jobstreet Philippines in 2016 reported that 96% of employers would choose employees who can work under pressure. In my opinion, I believe that parents should not put so much pressure on their children. Parents should offer support and understanding when dealing with their child’s efforts in school or in extracurricular activities. Many children are taught by their parents that one can learn from one’s mistakes, with a way of looking at how to improve in the future. For example, Parenting Magazine reported in 2017 than 80% of children who were guided by their parents to look at failure on exams as a way of learning, promoted increased exam results after a period of 6 months. In conclusion, parents should support their children at all times, applying minimal pressure if necessary but so that the child is comfortable and if a failure occurs, see it as a learning tool to help them improve on future endeavours.
(Word count – 382 / Band score 8)
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Task Achievement – The essay provides an answer to the question asked, supported by relevant examples.
Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs and each main body paragraph only has one main idea. There are cohesive links between the main body paragraphs.
Lexical Resource – There is evidence of a wide range of vocabulary, with no errors in the text.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences have a wide range of structures.
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A detailed guide to this IELTS Writing Task 2 essay type, with structure templates, useful vocabulary, and techniques to achieve Band 7+.
Originally published April 2018. Last reviewed 3 July 2026.
In this post, we will look at a direct question essay example Communication from the IELTS writing task 2 test.
Students often ask if the questions are repeated year after year and the answer is no, but the topics are. There are so many questions written each year, you may find your practice answering various questions on different topics. For example, you could write essays to answer questions about education or the environment, which benefits you because you learn vocabulary associated with those topics and develop ideas that can help you in your writing test. Practising writing IELTS task 2 essays on a range of topics is a great way to learn new vocabulary for those topics, but also to practice your essay structures. You begin to develop your ideas around those topics, thinking of examples and giving your opinions.
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Take a look at the IELTS Writing Task 2 Direct Question Essay example below:
Communication
News Plays an important part in most people’s lives. Why is news so important to people? Why is so much news dedicated to bad news? Should the news focus on the food news instead?
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The news is a vital way of communicating information in everyone’s lives. This essay believes that being updated to current events makes news essential to our existence. Firstly, this essay will discuss the importance of news to the general public, secondly, why there is a large portion of news devoted to horrific events and lastly, why we should focus more on reporting positive stories.
On the one hand, people should rely on news channels to be updated on current events because somehow the general population is always affected by it. Information we have learned from news broadcasts may affect our choices whether we vote for one person or another, learning about a place that has a conflict or to know what is happening with world economics. For example, Pulse Asia in 2015 reported that 98% of presidential candidates in the Philippines counted on media coverage to reach potential voters all over the country.
On the other hand, many news networks choose to report about negative occurrences simply because of gaining higher ratings. They rely on the numbers of people who tune in to their news programs as this generates a lot of commercials, thus results in larger revenues since companies pay a lot of money for exposure. For example, an article released by GMA news Philippines in 2014 reported that 89% of their audiences would remember news about horrific crimes rather than news about the economic growth of the country.
Lastly, in my opinion, I believe that broadcasters should concentrate more on showing news that inspires other people. Hearing about positive news motivates viewers to have a better view of the world and in society. When disasters strike, often widespread news of people donating food and blankets, can promote the cause and motivate others to get involved. For instance, in my own personal experience in 2016 during the wrath of Haiyan in the Philippines, I was inspired by a news story asking for help, so I sent food and money as a small contribution.
In conclusion, people should be informed about the latest happenings around the globe whether it is good or bad news. News can also inspire people to work together in times of conflict, during wars, natural disasters and other humanitarian plights.
(Word count – 375 / Band score 8)
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Task Achievement – The essay provides an answer to the question asked, supported by relevant examples.
Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs and each main body paragraph only has one main idea. There are cohesive links between the main body paragraphs.
Lexical Resource – There is evidence of a wide range of vocabulary, with no errors in the text.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences have a wide range of structures.
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A detailed guide to this IELTS Writing Task 2 essay type, with structure templates, useful vocabulary, and techniques to achieve Band 7+.
Originally published April 2018. Last reviewed 3 July 2026.
In this post, we will look at a positive/negative essay example from the IELTS writing task 2 test. Students often ask if the questions are repeated year after year and the answer is no, but the topics are. There are so many questions written each year, you may find your practice answering various questions on different topics. For example, you could write essays to answer questions about education or the environment, which benefits you because you learn vocabulary associated with those topics and develop ideas that can help you in your writing test.
Practising writing IELTS task 2 essays on a range of topics is a great way to learn new vocabulary for those topics, but also to practice your essay structures. You begin to develop your ideas around those topics, thinking of examples and giving your opinions.
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Some individuals favour to use up their cash rather than save it. Firstly, this essay will discuss the different causes of this practice and secondly, it will discuss how this is a negative development for people need to allow some money for future use.
On the one hand, there are many motives why people choose to spend all of their money. Spending can give a boost to your confidence because you know that you are capable of buying the things that you want with your own money. Others consider it as a way of relieving their stress as buying can give an immeasurable pleasure, plus some people would prefer to have a spontaneous life and that is why they don’t think about the future. For instance, a survey by the University of the Philippines in 2011 revealed that 90% of their correspondents would choose to spend all of their money rather than saving some of it for they believe that they only live once.
On the other hand, not saving your money has detrimental effects. People should learn how to save their money because we can’t predict the future. Saving money can help you become financially secure and provide a safety net in case of an emergency. You will need money set aside for these emergencies to avoid going into debt to pay for your necessities. For example, an article by the Business Mirror in 2014 stated that not having enough money to pay for a medical emergency might force someone into taking out a loan, that savings might have otherwise covered.
In conclusion, in my view people should prepare for the future. Saving some of your earnings can be beneficial for it can provide you a safety net in case of an emergency.
(Word count – 291 / Band score 8)
Task Achievement – The essay provides an answer to the question asked, supported by relevant examples.
Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs and each main body paragraph only has one main idea. There are cohesive links between the main body paragraphs.
Lexical Resource – There is evidence of a wide range of vocabulary, with no errors in the text.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences have a wide range of structures.
We hope you found this post helpful in helping you to study for the IELTS Test. Let us know in the comments or on the Facebook page if you have any questions. The best way to keep up to date with posts like this is to like us on Facebook, and then follow us onInstagramand Pinterest. We offer essay correction services, mock exams, and online courses. If you need help preparing for the IELTS Test, join the IELTS Achieve Academy and see how we can help you achieve your desired band score faster.
