IELTS Writing Task 2 Practice – Academic Band 7+ Tips

Question 1: In a ‘Discussion Essay’ (Discuss both views and give your opinion), which structure is most effective for a Band 7+ score?

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  Write only about one side of the argument
  
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  Dedicate one body paragraph to each view, then a concluding paragraph with your opinion
  
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  Begin with your opinion and repeat it in every paragraph
  
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  Write 5 body paragraphs about the same side
  

Question 2: Which linking phrase most appropriately introduces a contrasting argument in an IELTS essay?

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  In conclusion
  
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  Furthermore
  
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  On the other hand
  
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  In particular
  

Question 3: What is the minimum recommended word count for IELTS Writing Task 2?

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  150 words
  
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  200 words
  
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  250 words
  
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  300 words