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2. Understand IELTS Writing Task 2

The IELTS exam doesn’t primarily focus on the information you convey but more on how clearly you communicate in English. All the different parts of this document help you communicate better in English.

3. Use a Range of Lexical Resource Effectively

Try to use a range of lexis in your essay to communicate better and more precisely. Learn more words in the IELTS Writing Task 2 Complete Course.

4. Use a Range of Different Sentence Types to Communicate Better

Use the best sentences you can to communicate your ideas. This can include long sentences and short sentences. Read more here.

5. Make Sure That Your Ideas Connect

In the IELTS exam, it is crucial that all your ideas connect. The reasons in your paragraph must connect with your opinion, and the examples must connect with your reasons. Read more here.

6. Read About the Most Common Grammar Mistakes

There are some common grammar mistakes when completing Task 2. Read more here.

7. Learn About the Different Types of Questions and Their Structure

There are several different kinds of IELTS Writing Task 2 essays. You can read about the different types and look at some different structures in this document. Learn the correct structure in our IELTS Writing Task 2 course.

8. Read Some Example Tasks and Look at the Differences Between Band 6, 7, 8, 9

Look at some of the examples of the task and notice the differences between a Band 6, 7, 8, and 9 response. This includes grammar, task achievement, words used, paragraphs, punctuation, connection of ideas, and ideas conveyed.

9. Plan Your Answer and Practice

Write down a few points you would like to make. For an opinion-style question, write down your opinion and two reasons for that opinion. For a problem-and-solution type essay, write down the problem, its negative impact, your solution, and an example of your solution. Read more about this in the “Planning Your Answer” part of this document.

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