Thanks to our kind subscriber MA, here are the Writing topics from a very recent IELTS exam in Saudi Arabia:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You have read a news article in the local newspaper about a city or town you know, and some of the information was incorrect. Write a letter to the news editor. In your letter:
– Say how you know about that city or town
– Explain what information was wrong
– Suggest how the editor could fix this error.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people think students should volunteer to do unpaid work to benefit the community. Do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Tips for success in the IELTS Writing Test
To get a high Band Score for your letter, make sure that you
- Address each bullet point clearly.
- Organise your ideas in paragraphs – write 1 paragraph on each bullet point.
- Use the correct tone and vocabulary – in a letter to a friend use informal language.
- Manage your time – allocate time for planning, writing and proofreading, and spend no more than 20 minutes in total on Writing Task 1.
To write an essay that will score well in IELTS, make sure that you
- Make your position clear throughout the essay.
- Structure your essay correctly – there should be an introduction, body and conclusion.
- Use formal vocabulary.
- Use a mix of sentence types (simple, compound, complex) to show your language proficiency.
- Leave some time to proofread your essay before turning it in.
