Thanks to our kind subscribers D and A from Uzbekistan, today we are sharing the questions from their very recent IELTS exam:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
You are interested in attending a training course abroad but require financial support to do so. Write a letter to the education department requesting financial assistance. In your letter:
– Introduce yourself
– Describe the training course and how it would benefit your work
– Explain why you need financial assistance.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people believe that local news is more important than international news, while others argue that news from around the world has more significance. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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.