IELTS - Writing - For Band 7 or Above.
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The very first thing we do when we read the question is we think.
1. We need to define the type of the question, because once we get it wrong we have no chance to score higher than 6.5. If you don’t know the types of IELTS Task 2 questions (which you should by now), you can use ieltsliz or any other resource.
2. If the question asks for our opinion, we need to understand what our opinion is. Which may be different from the opinion we have on the topic in real life. We simply choose the ideas we can talk about and support more easily.
*If the question simply says “discuss both views” don’t give an opinion.
3. We define our main ideas for each BP. There can be either 2 or 3 BPs.
4. We decide how we’re going to support those main ideas, including thinking of appropriate examples at least (and preferably) 1 in each BP.
* the example does not have to start with “for example” and does not have to include a research results or a publication.
These steps should take around 5-7 minutes and can greatly improve your scores.
The very first thing we do when we read the question is we think.
1. We need to define the type of the question, because once we get it wrong we have no chance to score higher than 6.5. If you don’t know the types of IELTS Task 2 questions (which you should by now), you can use ieltsliz or any other resource.
2. If the question asks for our opinion, we need to understand what our opinion is. Which may be different from the opinion we have on the topic in real life. We simply choose the ideas we can talk about and support more easily.
*If the question simply says “discuss both views” don’t give an opinion.
3. We define our main ideas for each BP. There can be either 2 or 3 BPs.
4. We decide how we’re going to support those main ideas, including thinking of appropriate examples at least (and preferably) 1 in each BP.
* the example does not have to start with “for example” and does not have to include a research results or a publication.
These steps should take around 5-7 minutes and can greatly improve your scores.
@marosa Another question regarding discussion essays (discuss both sides). The structure you have mentioned recommended by another teacher as well. Previously I was following another structure recommend by Shelly in which I was writing first BP about others' opinion and separating it by using distancing prases E.G They claim that They also believe that. And in the second BP, I was writing points regarding my points by using phrases like "I believe that", "In my opinion" and then the conclusion.
However, the structure told by you is a bit different; hence, I want to ask a question.
In First BP, I will write about others' opinion in half BP and then I will comment on why I don't agree with this or/ contradict with their thoughts. Should I follow a similar approach in second BP as well? So effectively, I will write two points from their side and will contradict their points followed by my opinion. Please clarify If I am wrong.
If you have any essay on this structure can you please paste as well since I am not able to find essays with this structure.
Thanks
Hi,
The question itself tells you what you should write.
1. Do you agree or disagree?
Asks for your opinion and why.
There are 2 approaches to this type of questions:
a) you say you either agree or disagree and give 2 reasons why you agree or disagree. Each reason takes one paragraph.
b) you say you mainly agree (agree for some cases, but disagree for others). I’ve already given an example on what to write in that case. In this case you can also have 3 BPs, but it might be hard to handle.
Example: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/ielts-writing-for-band-7-or-above.540392/page-194#post-8634253
2. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Basically the same as the previous type. So you either fully agree/disagree or mainly. You can also partially agree, but it will be difficult to write such a balanced essay.
3. Discuss both views.
DOES NOT ask for you opinion. So you discuss both views in each BP, without agreeing or disagreeing to any, without providing any suggestions or solutions.
4. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
This type of an essay is where you both discuss both sides AND give an opinion.
5. Problem/solution.
The 1st BP is about describing the causes or whatever question you’re asked and the 2nd BP is about suggesting a solution.
6. Do advantages outweigh disadvantages?
Here you present advantages in one BP and disadvantages in the other. Whichever you think outweighs should be more essential than the other.
Example: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/ielts-writing-for-band-7-or-above.540392/page-178#post-8550437
In any case, if you read the question carefully you’ll understand what exactly they expect you to write.
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This question asks if you agree or disagree. It doesn’t tell you to discuss both views. You discuss both views only when you’re told to do so. Or if it’s advantages/disadvantages question, where they ask if advantages outweigh disadvantages. Please read my previous comments/reviews again.
“There are 2 approaches to this type of questions:
a) you say you either agree or disagree and give 2 reasons why you agree or disagree. Each reason takes one paragraph.
b) you say you mainly agree (agree for some cases, but disagree for others). I’ve already given an example on what to write in that case. In this case you can also have 3 BPs, but it might be hard to handle.
Example: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/ielts-writing-for-band-7-or-above.540392/page-194#post-8634253 “
And again.
If you disagree:
Intro: I disagree due to the negative impact challenging hobbies have both on people’s mental health and social life.
BP1: Main idea - difficult hobbies do harm in terms of psychology. Supports - hobbies are to distract people from their routine and to make time enjoyable. Putting pressure on one’s brain however may lead to stressful situation. As a result people are stressed both at work and afterwards, which may cause depression and other mental issues. Example - no wonder that most psychologists advice to get involved in simple and calming activities like drawing or yoga.
BP2: main idea - those who are involved in highly challenging tasks jeopardize the social aspect of life. Then supporting sentences and an example.
Conclusion: To conclude, while some consider challenging hobbies to be beneficial, in my opinion those can have majour drawbacks from the perspective of both psychology and social interaction.
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OR
You can mainly disagree and say while hobbies might have positive impact on personal growth, they have major drawbacks in terms of causing depression and *something else*. Then BP1 is about personal growth. BP 2 about mental health, BP3 about the “something else”.
Each advice you have in your post has such a great impact on scores and is so easy to follow, I don’t understand why people won’t just follow those.I was going to say this. I have lost the count of essays which use that line and I think it is like killing your own essay in exam. It's such an overused line that it would not get any points on essay.
I'm trying to figure that out for a long time.
There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved.
Write a letter to your manager.
1- describe the complaints that have been made
2- say why the reception area is important
3- suggest how the reception area could be improved
Question: We use sincerely when we know the name of the person, but we can't use the name of our manager or management. What should we use in this case Yours sincerely or yours faithfully?
P.S. You might find some article mistakes in this letter. I am struggling a lot in placing articles. I know the rules, but I am not able to identify nouns. Is there any tip which can help me?
@marosa @cansha @CA GURPREET SINGH MANN
Dear Sir,
I am writing this letter to bring an important matter under your consideration which requires your immediate attention because of the gravity of the issue.
Since you know that our Air-conditioner was not working properly from the last few months, it has completely stopped working now because of the blockage in the outdoor unit, and heating temperature is almost unbearable due to the current heatwave. Moreover, not only does heating problem is disturbing our visitors, but also the unavailability of staff at information desk is creating negative impact on clients regarding our company. Despite all the branding and spending on advertisement, we might not be able to convert potential clients into our permanent clients as reception area is entirely against the image we are trying to build among our clients.
I believe we should hire a veteran information desk officer to assist our clients, and it is also imperative to refurbish the area with the new furniture and appliances to maintain the image we are trying to depict among our clients.
I am looking forward to your response on this matter.
Yours sincerely
Rehan Yousaf
Write a letter to your manager.
1- describe the complaints that have been made
2- say why the reception area is important
3- suggest how the reception area could be improved
Question: We use sincerely when we know the name of the person, but we can't use the name of our manager or management. What should we use in this case Yours sincerely or yours faithfully?
P.S. You might find some article mistakes in this letter. I am struggling a lot in placing articles. I know the rules, but I am not able to identify nouns. Is there any tip which can help me?
@marosa @cansha @CA GURPREET SINGH MANN
Dear Sir,
I am writing this letter to bring an important matter under your consideration which requires your immediate attention because of the gravity of the issue.
Since you know that our Air-conditioner was not working properly from the last few months, it has completely stopped working now because of the blockage in the outdoor unit, and heating temperature is almost unbearable due to the current heatwave. Moreover, not only does heating problem is disturbing our visitors, but also the unavailability of staff at information desk is creating negative impact on clients regarding our company. Despite all the branding and spending on advertisement, we might not be able to convert potential clients into our permanent clients as reception area is entirely against the image we are trying to build among our clients.
I believe we should hire a veteran information desk officer to assist our clients, and it is also imperative to refurbish the area with the new furniture and appliances to maintain the image we are trying to depict among our clients.
I am looking forward to your response on this matter.
Yours sincerely
Rehan Yousaf
1. The question in the exam usually ends with an advice how to start the letter “Dear Sir/Madam”, “Dear Mr. “, “Dear”.
2. It’s weird to think that your manager has asked you to do something and you don’t know his name. You’ll most probably start with Dear Mr. Jones or Dear Joe...
3. Do some research on the types of the letters plz.
https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-letter-writing-essential-tips/
What do you mean when you say you can’t identify nouns?