Which of the following is NOT tested in IELTS Writing Task 2
Coherence & Cohesion
Grammatical Range and Accuracy
Vocabulary
Handwriting
How many sentences should a Task 2 introduction have?
1
3
2
4
What happens to my score if I write much more than 250 words?
The examiner will be more favourable toward my essay.
Nothing
I will make more mistakes.
I will get more points!
Which of the following statements about Task 2 is WRONG?
You should plan your essay before you start writing it.
You should organise your answer into paragraphs.
Task 2 is worth about 66% of your writing score.
Your first sentence should be a specific topic statement.
How long should Paragraph 1 be?
About 25 words
About 30 words
About 50 words
About 70 words
In Writing Task 2, what is the first and most important thing you need to do?
Identify the topic.
Start writing as quickly as possible.
Panic!
Write a plan for your answer.
The IELTS tests you in Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing. Which one is tested first?
Listening
Writing
Speaking
Reading
What is a 'general statement'?
A sentence that focusses on the positives of a topic.
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.
The topic is 'Children's Education'. Which one is a general statement about the topic?
Children's Education is the most important global topic.
Globally, children's education is a topic often discussed.
Children do not learn well in public school systems.
Which of the following is a 'cohesive' word?
convenience
the
although
purpose
Which of the following words would NOT be suitable in IELTS Writing Task 2?
yes
however
I'm
notwithstanding
What does 'define the scope' mean?
The 'limits' of your answer.
The thesis statement.
Your perspective on the question.
The part mostly covered in the conclusion.
The solution to the pollution problem is to increase the cost of fuel. What's the topic?
Air pollution
How to decrease pollution.
A solution to the pollution problem.
Solutions
What's the most common mistake test takers make in their first Task 2 sentence?
They define the scope of their answer.
They write it too quickly.
They introduce the topic with a general statement.
They state their opinion.
On exam day you will be given a verbal warning that your time is nearly up.
Yes
No
Sometimes
What's the difference between an 'argument' and a 'discussion'?
An argument deals with both sides of a topic.
A discussion includes 'tension'.
A discussion is friendlier.
An argument focuses on one side only of a topic.
