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IELTS Writing Task 2: An Introduction
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1
How many sentences should a Task 2 introduction have?
4
3
2
1
2
The topic is 'Children's Education'. Which one is a general statement about the topic?
Children's Education is the most important global topic.
Children do not learn well in public school systems.
Globally, children's education is a topic often discussed.
3
Which of the following is a 'cohesive' word?
the
purpose
although
convenience
4
What is a 'general statement'?
A statement which all people would agree with.
A sentence that gives the writer's opinion.
A sentence which defines the 'scope' of an answer.
A sentence that focusses on the positives of a topic.
5
What does 'define the scope' mean?
The part mostly covered in the conclusion.
The thesis statement.
Your perspective on the question.
The 'limits' of your answer.
6
Choose the CORRECT first sentence in Paragraph 1?
In conclusion, we need to reduce waste.
Pollution is a topic widely discussed around the world.
All agree that globally, pollution is the worst problem.
In my opinion, we need to substantially reduce pollution.
7
What's an important thing you should do to prepare for Writing Task 2?
Read children's books.
Read the sport's section of the local paper.
Read TIME magazine.
Practice writing letters.
8
On exam day you will be given a verbal warning that your time is nearly up.
Yes
Sometimes
No
9
"_____ from the colour scheme, I don't like the logo at all."
Apart
Almost
A part
Although
10
What happens to my score if I write
much more
than 250 words?
I will get more points!
The examiner will be more favourable toward my essay.
I will make more mistakes.
Nothing
11
The solution to the pollution problem is to increase the cost of fuel.
What's the topic?
Solutions
A solution to the pollution problem.
Air pollution
How to decrease pollution.
12
Which of the following statements about Task 2 is WRONG?
Your first sentence should be a specific topic statement.
Task 2 is worth about 66% of your writing score.
You should plan your essay before you start writing it.
You should organise your answer into paragraphs.
13
What's the most common mistake test takers make in their
first
Task 2 sentence?
They write it too quickly.
They define the scope of their answer.
They introduce the topic with a general statement.
They state their opinion.
14
Which of the following is NOT tested in IELTS Writing Task 2
Grammatical Range and Accuracy
Coherence & Cohesion
Task Alignment
Vocabulary
15
How long should Paragraph 1 be?
About 70 words
About 25 words
About 30 words
About 50 words
16
The IELTS tests you in Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing. Which one is tested first?
Reading
Speaking
Listening
Writing
17
In Writing Task 2, what is the
first
and
most important
thing you need to do?
Start writing as quickly as possible.
Write a plan for your answer.
Panic!
Identify the topic.
18
Watch the Video. What's the lesson we learn here?
Focus on the finish line (your goal)!
Keep running to the end!
Don't celebrate too early!
Never Give up!
19
What's the difference between an 'argument' and a 'discussion'?
An argument deals with both sides of a topic.
A discussion is friendlier.
An argument focuses on one side only of a topic.
A discussion includes 'tension'.
20
Which of the following words would NOT be suitable in IELTS Writing Task 2?
notwithstanding
however
yes
I'm
