IELTS, Structure of Task 2

 Structure of Task 2 Essays


Agree/Disagree


Types of questions:

1.  Some people think that it is more important to plant more trees in open areas in towns and cities than to build more housings.                                   To what extent do you agree or disagree?

2.  Creative artists should be given freedom to express their ideas through words, pictures. music or films. Some other people believe that the government should restrict artists' freedom of expression.  To what extent do you agree or disagree?

3. It's more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment of people who already are ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree? 

4. Some people believe that eventually all jobs will be done by the artificially intelligent robot. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

5. The government's investment in arts, music and theatre is a waste of money.  Governments should invest these funds in public service. To what extent do you agree or disagree?




1. If you agree totally


Paragraph 1. Introduction

* Paraphrase the general statement

*Thesis sentence.

[In this essay, I will totally agree with the notion and establish my opinion because....."]


Paragraph 2.

Body para 1.

*. Why you agree (first reason)

* Explain the reason

* Example

* Conclude BP1[ Thus, .................]


Paragraph 3

Body para 2.

* Why you agree (second reason)

* Explain the reason

* Example.

* Conclude BP2

[Therefore, ................. )


Paragraph 4. Conclusion


* Re-state general statement of Introduction

* Re-state thesis.

[This essay has validated my opinion that I agree with the statement because .........] 



2. If you totally Disagree.


Paragraph 1. Introduction

* Paraphrase the general statement

*Thesis sentence.

[In this essay, I will totally disagree with the notion and establish my opinion that....."]


Paragraph 2.

Body para 1.

*. Why you disagree (first reason)

* Explain the reason

* Example

* Conclude BP1[ Thus, .................]


Paragraph 3

Body para 2.

* Why you disagree (second reason)

* Explain the reason

* Example.

* Conclude BP2

[Therefore, ................. )


Conclusion

* Re-state the general introduction

* Conclusion

[ This essay has validated my opinion that I totally disagree with  the statement because ................)




If you partially agree


Paragraph 1. Introduction

* Paraphrase the general statement

*Thesis sentence.

[In this essay, I will  partially agree with the notion and establish my opinion that....."]


Paragraph 2.

Body para 1.

*. Why you agree (first reason)

* Explain the reason

* Example

* Conclude BP1[ Thus, .................]


Paragraph 3

Body para 2.

* Why you agree (second reason)

* Explain the reason

Example.

* Conclude BP2

[Hence, ................. )


Paragraph 4. Conclusion

* Re-state paraphrase of Introduction.

* Re-state theses.

[This essay has validated my opinion that I partially agree with the statement because,,,,,,,,,,].


Model Answer. Partially Agree.


It is often argued that the governments should finance public services instead of spending its budget on arts. In this essay, I will partially agree with the notion and validate my opinion that although government's investment in public utilities play a pivotal role, arts sector is equally significant for the society.

To embark on,  considering the importance of it, the authorities ought to allocate a considerable share of its budget on public services. This sector plays no small influence in determining the quality of life, which ensures basic services such as schools, hospitals and roads. Moreover, they cater to the primary needs of the society. For instance, any country can thrive without music and paintings; however, in the the absence of medical facilities and educational institutions the citizens cannot lead a happy and prosperous life. That is why the  governments should adequately fund the public services in the first place.

On the flip side, a section of the demographics feels that arts, music and theatres play no small  role because they are an integral part of the cultural and intellectual development of the members of the society. Further more, arts and music cater to the minds whereas, museums and theatres are the sources of entertainments. The sample survey conducted by the Ministry of Health is the premier example, which reveals that majority of the participants feel that governmental allocations on sources of mental developments should not be bypassed at any cost.

To conclude,  it is generally argued that  governments should finance more in the public services rather than on the sources of the mental well-beings of its citizens. This essay has established my opinion that I   partially agree with  the notion because in my perspective both are equally significant in the overall well-being of the society.


2. Advantages and disadvantages

Types of questions.

1. A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly.

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that the benefits of tourism outweigh its drawbacks?

2. In many countries, teaching a foreign language to primary school students is essential. Do you think the advantages of teaching a foreign language to children out weigh the disadvantages?

3. Today, people can work and live anywhere they want because of the development in of communication, transport and technology. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?

4. In some countries, it is illegal for companies to reject job applicant for their age, Is it a positive or negative development?

5. Exposure to international media such as films, TV and magazines has a significant impact on local cultures. What are the advantages and disadvantages of it? Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?


Structure 

Paragraph 1. Introduction

* Paraphrase the general statement
Thesis sentence. [This essay will dwell on the advantages of.......(topic)including ......... and ........... and the disadvantages such as........ and ......... In my opinion, even tough there are a few minor disadvantages, the advantages are more; therefore, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.

Paragraph 2.

* State two advantages.  [To embark on, ............]
* Explain each advantage.
* Example for anyone.
* Conclude the paragraph.

Paragraph 3.

* State two disadvantages. [ On the flip side, ............(topic) is not without any demerits. [State two demerits]

Paragraph 4

Conclusion
* Restate the paraphrase of the introduction
* Restate thesis sentence. 
[This essay has discussed the advantages and disadvantages of ..........(topic) and established my view that despite a few minor demerits, merits are more; therefore, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages.


































































































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