Our thoughtful subscribers from the UAE and Oman got these writing tasks in their recent IELTS exams. The writing tasks were the same in the two countries:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
The diagrams below show the layout of a preschool classroom in 2010 and now.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
* Note: this is not the original chart given in the test, it was recreated for the purpose of demonstration.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people believe that an efficient public transport system is the most important factor in the development of a modern city. Others argue that other services should take priority.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.