IELTS Academic Writing Task 2 Opinion Essay Practice Exercises
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Practice Exercises
Question 1
There is a lot of pressure on young people today to succeed academically. As a result, some people believe that non-academic subjects, such as physical education and cookery, should be removed from the school syllabus so that children can concentrate on academic work. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 2
The most important aim of science should be to improve people’s lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 3
Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty. Therefore, developed countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 4
Living in a country where you have to speak a foreign language can cause serious social problems, as well as practical problems.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 5
Some people say that music is a good way of bringing people of different cultures and ages together. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
Question 6
Many people think that individuals cannot do anything to improve the environment, and only governments and large companies can make a real difference. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 7
It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. 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
Question 8
It is important for everyone, especially young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 9
With the increased global demand for oil and gas, undiscovered areas of the world should be opened up to access more resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 10
Nowadays, celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievements, and this has set a bad example for young children. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 11
More and more people are becoming seriously overweight. Some people think a solution can be to increase the price of fattening foods. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 12
In some countries increasing number of people are suffering from health problem as a result of eating to much fast food. It is necessary for government to impose high tax on this kind of food. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Question 13
Big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree? Provide relevant examples if necessary.
Question 14
The threat of nuclear weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clean energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 15
It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their future. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 16
As well as making money, businesses also have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 17
Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving a car or motorbike. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 18
In some countries, many people suffer from health problems due to eating too much fast food. It is, therefore, necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 19
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 ad attention to studying for a qualification
Question 20
Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads. To what extend do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 21
Many feel that the common educational system of teachers and students in a classroom will be replaced by the year 2050. Do you agree with this view? Give your opinion.
Question 22
Financial education should be included as a mandatory subject in schools to prepare students for managing money effectively. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 23
Some people think that the government is wasting money on the arts and this money could be better spent elsewhere. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 24
Some people think the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens and workers, rather than to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 25
Some people say that in the digital age, theatres and cinemas are no longer important as people can watch all the entertainment they want online. Others argue that theatres and cinemas are still important both economically and culturally.
Question 26
Governments should spend money on railways rather than roads. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 27
Some people believe that unpaid community service should be compulsory in high school programmes (for example, working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children). Do you agree or disagree?
Question 28
The advantages of the spread of English as a global language will continue to outweigh its disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 29
Employment should give their staff at least a 4-week holiday a year to make employees better at their jobs. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
Question 30
For many people, the reason they work hard is to earn more money. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Question 31
Children who are brought up in families that do not have large amounts of money are better with prepared to deal with the problems of adult life than children brought up by wealthy parents. To what extent do you agree or disagree this opinion?
Question 32
Some people believe that teenagers should be required to do unpaid community work in their free time. This can benefit teenagers and the community as well. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
Question 33
Some people believe that schools should teach practical skills such as financial management, cooking and basic repairs, instead of focusing mainly on academic subjects. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 34
Some people think that the government should provide free education to students in university. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 35
It is important for everyone, including young people, to save money for their futute.Do you agree or disagree?
Question 36
Some people say that the best way to improve public health is by increasing the number of sports facilities. Others, however, say that this would have little effect on public health and that other measures are required.
Question 37
Some people believe that nowadays we have too many choices. To What extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 38
People living in the 21st century have a better quality of life than the previous centuries. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 39
When choosing a job, the salary is the most important consideration. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 40
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 and experience.
Question 41
Increasing the price of petrol is the best way to solve growing traffic and pollution problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree? What other measures do you think might be effective?
Question 42
Many people go to university for academic study. More people should be encouraged to do vocational training because there is a lack of qualified workers such as electricians and plumbers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 43
The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. DO you agree or disagree?
Question 44
Some say that music, art, and drama are as important as other school subjects, especially at the primary level. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 45
Universities should accept equal number of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 46
The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 47
Write about the following topic: The average standard of people's health is likely to be lower in the future than it is now. 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.
Question 48
In the future, nobody will buy printed newspapers or books because they will be able to read everything they want online without paying. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
Question 49
Some people think that governments should invest more in public transportation instead of building more roads and highways. To what extent do you agree or disagree
Question 50
Many manufactured food and drink products contain high level of sugar, which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 51
The growing number of overweight people is putting strain on the healthcare system in an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons into the school curriculum. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 52
some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighbourhood or teaching sports to younger children) Are you agree or disagree?
Question 53
Some people believe that technology has made our lives more complicated, while others think it has made life easier. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 54
The most important aim of science should be to improve people's lives
Question 55
All cars that burn fossil fuels should be banned and electric cars should replace them. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 56
Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore, every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 57
It is important for all towns and cities to have large public spaces such as squares and parks. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 58
The working week should be shorter and workers should have a longer weekend. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Question 59
It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the view? What sort of punishment do parenta and teachers be allowed to use to teach good behaviour to children .
Question 60
It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. Dinosaurs, dodos …) There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 61
Topic 3 : The best way to teach children to cooperate is through team sports at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree ?
Question 62
The most important aim of science should be to improve people's lives. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 63
Some people think the money spent on developing the technology for space exploration is not justified. There are more beneficial ways to spend this money. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 64
Some people think that instead of preventing climate change, we need to find a way to live with it. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 65
Whether or not someone achieves their aims is mostly by a question of luck. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 66
Some people think that the best way to solve global environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 67
A big salary is much more important than job satisfaction. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 68
Some people claim that not enough of the waste from homes is recycled. They say that the only way to increase recycling is for governments to make it a legal requirement. To what extent do you think laws are needed to make people recycle more of their waste?
Question 69
Some people think that in order to prevent illness and disease, governments should make efforts in reducing environmental pollutions and housing problems. To what extent do you agree to disagree with this statement?
Question 70
As the internet becomes more popular, newspapers are becoming a thing of the past. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 71
Crime rates are likely to decline due to the advancements in technology, which will help prevent and solve crimes in an easier way. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 72
Schools should focus on academic success and passing examinations. Skills such as cookery, dressmaking and woodwork should not be taught at school as it is better to learn these from family and friends. To that extent do you agree or disagree.
Question 73
It is a good idea for people to continue working in their old age, if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 74
The government's investment in arts, music and theatre is a waste of money. Governments should invest these funds in public services instead. To what extent do you agree with this statement ?
Question 75
The best way to provide enough homes in large cities is to build tall apartment blocks. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
Question 76
Some people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 77
Some people think that competition adverb at school and in daily life is a good things other believe that we should try to corporate more rather than competing against each other
Question 78
Some people think young people should be required to have full time education until they are at least 18 years old. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 79
Most high-level positions in companies are filled by men even though the workforce in many developed countries is more than 50 per cent female. Companies should be required to allocate a certain percentage of these positions to women. To what extent do you agree?
Question 80
Government should spend money on railways rather than roads
Question 81
More and more people are migrating to cities in search of a better life, but city life can be extremely difficult. Explain some of the difficulties of living in a city. How can governments make urban life better for everyone?
Question 82
Some people believe that the best way to provide a happier society is to ensure that there are only small differences between the richest and poorest members. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 83
Some people think that increasing the price of fuel is the best way to solve environmental problems. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 84
It is a natural process that animal species become extinct.There is no reason for people to prevent this form happening To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 85
Wild animals have no place in the 21st century, so protecting them is a waste of resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 86
Schools are no longer necessary because children can get so much information available through the internet, and they can study just as well at home. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 87
People who decide on a career path early in their lives and keep to it are more likely to have a satisfying working life than those who change jobs frequently. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 88
To what extent do you agree with this statement: 'Social media has had a negative impact on society.'
Question 89
People believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn and should not pay tax to the state. 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.
Question 90
Some people believe that hobbies need to be difficult to be enjoyable. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 91
Some people believe that people who read books can develop more imagination and language skills than those who prefer to watch TV. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 92
In some countries, a few people earn extremely high salaries. Some people think that is good for a country, while others believe that the government should control salaries and limit the amount people can earn
Question 93
Some people believe that violence on television and in computer games has a damaging effect on the society. Others deny that these factors have any significant influence on people's behavior. What is your opinion?
Question 94
Wealthy nations should assist poorer countries with humanitarian relief during natural disasters. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 95
Details of politicians’ private lives should not be published in newspapers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 96
Some experts believe that when a country is already rich, any additional increase in economic wealth does not make its citizens any more satisfied. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 97
Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. Do you agree or disagree?
Question 98
Many people believe that countries should produce food for all population eats and import food as little as possible. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Question 99
In many countries, primary and secondary schools close for two months or more in summer holidays. What is the value of long holidays? What are the arguments in favor of shorter school holidays.
Question 100
Education should be free to all people and should be paid for and managed by the government. Do you agree or disagree with the statement?
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