Thanks to our kind subscriber NC, here are the Writing topics from a very recent IELTS exam in Cameroon:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You work for a company where the manager is soon going to retire. Write a letter to the assistant manager. In your letter:
– Propose how the retirement party for the manager can be organised.
– Explain how the manager has influenced you at work.
– Suggest a suitable retirement gift for the manager.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
In many countries, it is mandatory for school children to wear uniforms. Do the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?
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.