Các dạng bài luận ôn tập có ích cho chuẩn bị kỳ thi ielts sắp tới A. Discussion B. Advantages outweigh the disadvantages? C. Agree or disagree D. Positive or negative E. Cause – Effect – Solution F. 2 questions
CÁC DẠNG ĐỀ IELTS WRITING 2021, 2022, 2023 A Discussion Task 2: Some people think students should study the science of food and how to prepare it Others think students should spend time on important subjects Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Children should organized activities in their free time while others believe children should be free to what they want Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that it is best to encourage children to have a healthy diet at school while others believe that parents should be the ones to teach children to have a healthy diet Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people say that individuals who make a lot of money are most successful Others think that those who contribute to society like scientists and teachers are most successful Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that women should play an equal role as men in a country’s police force or military force, while others think women are not suitable for these kinds of jobs Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think that childcare centers provide the best services for children of pre-school age Other working parents think that family members such as grandparents will be better carers for their kids Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think the newly built houses should be as same as the old house style in local areas Others argue that local authorities should allow people to build houses in their own style Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think that children should begin their formal education at a very early age Some think they should begin at least years old Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Research has shown that the transportation of products and people are the main source of pollution Some people believe the government is responsible for, while others believe it is the fault of individuals Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think that schools should select students according to their academic abilities, while others believe that it is better to have students with different abilities studying together Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some believe that people are naturally born leaders while others feel that leadership skills can develop Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that no one should the same job for all their working life Others argue that doing the same job brings advantages for individuals, companies, and society Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people say advertising has positive economic effects Others think it has negative social effects because it will make people dissatisfied with who they are and what they have Discuss both these views and give your own opinion both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality, high school students are encouraged to make comments or even criticism of their teachers Others think it will lead to a loss of respect and discipline in the classroom Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think the main benefit of international cooperation is in the protection of the environment, while others think that the main benefits are in the world business Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think that people should be given the right to use fresh water as they like Others believe governments should strictly control the use of fresh water Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think scientific research should focus on solving world health problems Others think that there are more important issues Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Many different countries have most shops and products that are the same Some people consider this to be a positive development, while others think it is a negative development Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species Some people think it is too late to anything about this problem while others think effective measures can be taken to improve this situation Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that children should be taught about recycling and avoiding waste at home, while others believe children should learn this at school Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think watching TV is bad for children, while others think that watching TV has more beneficial effects on children Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Many people believe that good planning is the key factor to success in life, while others believe that other factors like hard work or luck are important Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that children that commit crimes should be punished Others think the parents should be punished instead Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying the past history can help us better understand the present Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think technology development decreases crime, while others believe it actually encourages crimes Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Part 2: Scientists agree that people are damaging their health by eating too much junk food Some people think that the answer to this problem is to educate people Others think education will not work Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think that in this modern world, getting old is entirely bad However, other people believe that the life of old people is much better now than it was in the past Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that it is wrong to keep animals in zoos, while others think that zoos are both entertaining and ecologically important Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Many people believe that it is easier to have a healthy lifestyle in the countryside Other believe that there are health benefits of living in cities Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Many people think cheap air travel should be encouraged because it give ordinary people freedom to travel further However, others think this leads to Environmental problem, so air travel should be more expensive in order to discourage people from having it Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some companies sponsor sport as a way to advertise themselves Some people think it is good, while others think there are disadvantages Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that children should study all subjects at school, while others think they should only study subjects they are good at or find interesting Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people think the governments should act to decide how people live in order to make a healthier life Others think individual should decide their own lifestyle What you concern about? Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some think most crime is the result of circumstances e.g poverty and other social problems Other believe that most crime is caused by people who are bad by nature Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods Others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Directors of large organizations earn much higher salaries than ordinary employees Some people think it is necessary, but others are of the opinion that it is unfair Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that scientists have more influence over the world whereas others argue that politicians have more influence over the world Discuss both these views and give your own opinion Task 2: Some people believe that studying at university or college is the best route to a successful career, while others believe that it is better to get a job straight after school Discuss both these views and give your own opinion B Advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: In the past, people stored knowledge in books Nowadays, people store knowledge on the Internet Advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: The world should have only one government rather than a national government for each country Advantages outweigh disadvantages? Task 2: In some countries, small town-center shops are going out of business because people tend to drive to large out-of-town stores As a result, people without cars have limited access to out-of-town stores, and it may result in an increase in the use of cars Do you think the disadvantages of this change outweigh its advantages? Task 2: Open plan office no walls no barriers Advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: In some countries, schools are teaching foreign languages for primary school children Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: Widespread of technology has given people more freedom to work instead of travelling to work or college Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantage? Task 2: Technology has changed the way children spend their free time Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: In some cities, public parks and open spaces are changed into gardens where local residents can grow their own fruit and vegetables Do you think the benefits outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, governments are encouraging businesses to move to rural areas Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: The use of social media may replace face-to-face contact Do advantages of the development outweigh its disadvantages Task 2: Some school leavers travel or work for a period of time instead of going directly to university Do the advantages are more than the disadvantages? Task 2: In some countries today, many people decide to have their first child when they are older What are the reasons? Do you think the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages? C Agree or disagree Task 2: People say that a country will benefit greatly if its students study abroad Agree or disagree? Task 2: Governments should invest in the construction of new houses, offices and roads instead of supporting old building restoration Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think that mobile phones should be banned in public places like libraries, shops and on public transport Agree or disagree? Task 2: School should not force children to learn a foreign language Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think that big companies should provide sports and social facilities for the local community Agree or disagree? Task 2: Internet access helps young people and workers achieve their education and work goals more easily than before Agree or disagree? Task 2: Nowadays children watch lots of TVs and play video games However, some people think that these activities are not good for a child’s mental health Agree or disagree? Task 2: Many animal species are becoming extinct Some believe countries and individuals must solve this problem, others think that human beings are more important Agree or disagree? Task 2: The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advanced technology which can prevent and solve the crime Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people find advertisements amusing or annoying and they are not influenced by this when they shop Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transport systems Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think that too much attention and too many resources are given to the protection of wild animals and birds Agree or disagree? Task 2: Although there is a lot of translation software available, learning a language could still be advantageous Agree or disagree? Task 2: Parents should get punishment in some ways if their children break the law Agree or disagree? Task 2: It is argued that the parents of children who break the rules should be punished in some ways as parents are responsible for the children’s actions Agree or disagree? Task 2: Any country should be able to sell goods to other countries without the restrictions of the government Agree or disagree? Task 2: It is better to be unemployed in jobs rather than to be employed in jobs even if they don’t feel happy or enjoy Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people believe that to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus more on environmental pollution and housing problems Agree or disagree? Task 2: If people could choose between a life without working or a life spending too much time working, people would choose a life without work Agree or disagree? Task 2: Only reason to work hard is to earn money Agree or disagree? Task 2: Parents should encourage children to spend less time studying and more time doing physical activities Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people believe that the government should not spend money on international aid when they have their own disadvantaged people like the homeless and unemployed Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some believe that younger family members should be legally responsible for supporting older family members when they become physically, mentally and financially unable to look after themselves Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people say that advertising encourages us to buy things that we really not need Others say that advertisements tell us about new products that may improve our lives Which viewpoint you agree with? Task 2: Employers should give their staff at least a 4-week holiday a year to make employees better at their jobs Agree or disagree? Task 2: There are several factors that motivate people to stay in the workforce, and money is the most important reason/factor Agree or disagree? Task 2: In recent years, tourists have paid attention to preserving both the culture and environment of the places they visit However, some people think that it is impossible to be a responsible tourist Agree or disagree? Task 2: Full-time students at university should spend time studying It is essential for them to be involved in other activities Agree or disagree? Task 2: Many people think that interviews are not the best way to assess the suitability of a candidate for a position.Agree or disagree? Task 2: Giving detailed descriptions of crimes in newspapers and on TV can have negative consequences,so this kind of information should be restricted in the media Agree or disagree? Task 2: Government should fund scientific research rather than commercial organizations Agree or disagree? Task 2: Many employees may work at home the modern technology Some people claim that it can benefit only workers, not employers Agree or disagree? Task 2: The most important function of music is that it helps people reduce stress To what extent you agree or disagree Task 2: Everyone should stay at school until 18 Agree or disagree? Task 2: Solving environmental problems should be the responsibility of one international organization rather than each national government Agree or disagree? Task 2: Interviews form the basic selecting criteria for most large companies However, Interviews form the basic criteria for most large companies However, some people think that the interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and that there are other better methods Agree or disagree? Task 2: As well as making money, businesses also have social responsibilities Agree or disagree? Task 2: There have been many inventions in the human history, such as the wheel Some people think the most important thing is the internet Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people say that the government should stop TV and Newspaper from showing crimes because media coverage of violent crimes is frightening people and encouraging criminals Agree or disagree? Task 2: People should follow customs and traditions when they start live in a new country Agree or disagree? Part 2: The government should pay for the course fees for everyone who wants to study at university Agree or disagree? Task 2: Rich countries often give money to poorer countries, but it does not solve poverty Therefore, developed countries should give other types of help to the poor countries rather than financial aid Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people say that the main aim of advertising is to improve the sales of products that people not really need Agree or disagree? Task 2: Interviews form the basic selecting criteria for most large companies However, some people think that the interview is not a reliable method of choosing whom to employ and there are other better methods Agree or disagree? Task 2: If a product is good or it meets people’s needs, people will buy it So advertising is unnecessary and no more than entertainment Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think that people who chose a job early and keep doing are more likely to get satisfying career life than those who frequently change jobs Task 2: While many people go to university for academic study, more people should be encouraged to vocational training because there is a lack of qualified workers such as electricians and plumbers Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some experts believe that when a country is already rich, any additional increase in economic wealth does not make its citizens any more satisfied Agree or disagree? Task 2: The tendency of human beings to copy one another is shown in popularity of fashion in clothes and other consumer goods Agree or disagree? Task 2: Pollution and other environmental damages are caused by a country developing and becoming richer This problem cannot be avoided To what extent you agree? Task 2: Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication has a negative effect on young people’s reading and writing skills Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think that instead of preventing climate change, we need to find a way to live with it Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people believe that they should be able to keep all the money they earn and should not have to pay tax to the state Agree or disagree? Task 2: Money for postgraduate research is limited Some people, therefore, think that financial support from government should be only provided for scientific research rather than research for less useful subjects Agree or disagree? Task 2: Nowadays, celebrities are more famous for their glamour and wealth than for their achievements, and this sets a bad example to young people Agree or disagree? Task 2: As housing is a basic need for people, the government should provide free housing for everyone who can’t afford it Agree or disagree? Task 2: Only government action can solve housing shortages in big cities Agree or disagree? Task 2: Individuals should not be allowed to carry guns as it increases crime and violence in society Agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people believe that technology causes more problems for modern society than it solves Agree or disagree? Task 2: These days, “responsible tourists” have started to care more about both the culture and environment of the countries they visit However, some people think that it is impossible to be a responsible tourist Agree or disagree with this view? Task 2: If old people are no longer physically, mentally or financially able to look after themselves, younger family members should be legally responsible for supporting them To what extent you agree or disagree? Task 2: More and more people are becoming seriously overweight Some people suggest that the solution to this problem is to increase the price of fattening foods To what extent you agree or disagree? Task 2: Whether or not a person achieves their aims in life is mostly related to luck To what extent you agree or disagree? Task 2: Some people think that too much money has been spent looking after and repairing old buildings, so we should knock down old buildings and build modern ones instead To what extent you agree or disagree? D Positive or negative Task 2: Many countries import large amount of food from other parts of the world Is this a positive or negative development? Task 2: More people put their personal information online (address, telephone number, …) for everyday activities such as socializing on social networks or banking purposes Do you think it is a positive or negative development? Task 2: Today different types of robots are developed which are good friends to us and help us both at home and work Is this a positive or negative development? Task 2: Today family members not eat meals together Is this a positive or negative trend? Task 2: In the future, there will be a higher proportion of older people than young people in many countries Is it a positive or negative development? Task 2: Machines are replacing humans in the manual workforce Do you think the positive effects outweigh the negative effects? Task 2: Advertisements are becoming more and more common in our everyday life Is it a positive or negative development? Task 2: Nowadays people depend on technology for leisure activities Is this a positive or negative development? Task 2: In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others Is it a positive or negative development Task 2: Nowadays young people are admiring media and sports stars, even though they not set a good example Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Task 2: Some countries achieve international success by building specialized facilities to train top athletes instead of providing sports facilities that everyone can use Is it a positive or negative development? Task 2: In many parts of the world, children are given more freedom than in the past Is this a positive or negative development? Task 2: In some countries, it is illegal for companies to reject job applicants for their age Is this a positive or negative development? Task 2: More and more people no longer read newspapers or watch TV programs to get news They get news about the world through the Internet Is this a positive or negative development? E Cause – Effect – Solution Task 2: The major cities in the world are growing fast, as well as their problems What are the problems that young people living in cities are facing with? Give solutions Task 2: Every day, millions of tons of food are wasted all over the world Why you think this is happening? And how can we solve this problem? Task 2: More and more people decide to eat healthy food and exercise regularly What are the reasons for this trend? What can be done to encourage more people to eat healthier and exercise? Task 2: As major cities in the world are growing today, so their problems What are the problems for young people who are living in the cities as the result of continued growth? What are the solutions for these problems? Task 2: The natural resources such as oil, forests and freshwater are being consumed at an alarming rate What problems does it cause? How can we solve these problems? Task 2: Scientists tell us that some activities are good for health and others are bad Despite knowing that, millions of people still continue doing unhealthy activities What are the causes and what are the solutions for this? Task 2: In many parts of the world children and teenagers are committing more crimes Why is this happening? How should children or teenagers be punished? Task 2: More and more people these days work harder and longer hours and have no time for family life and friends What are the causes in your opinion for this? How is it affecting family life and society as a whole? Task 2: Many people depend on their cars for everyday domestic, social, and working needs However, unlimited use of cars causes a number of problems What are some of these problems? What can be done to reduce the use of cars? Task 2: The unlimited use of cars may cause many problems What are those problems? In order to reduce this problem, should we discourage people to use cars? Task 2: Nowadays public transport prices are constantly increasing Why you think this is happening? How can this problem be solved? Task 2: Doctors recommend that older people exercise regularly However, many older people not exercise enough What could be the reason for this? What can be done to encourage them to physical activities? Task 2: Many students around the world don’t choose science subjects at university Give the reasons for this and describe the impact on the community? Task 2: People in many countries spend more and more time far away from their families Why does this happen and what effects will it have on them and their families? Task2: Many people think there is an increase of antisocial behavior and a lack of respect to others What you think are the causes of this and how to improve the situation? Task 2: During holidays or weekends, young people spend less time on outdoor activities in the natural environment, such as hiking and mountain climbing Why? What can be done to encourage them to go out? Task 2: A lot of old people are suffering from loneliness these days They also lack physical fitness What are the reasons for these? Can you think of possible solutions? Task 2: Many criminals re-offend after they have been punished Why some people continue to commit crimes after they have been punished, and what measures can be taken to tackle this problem? Task 2: Crimes committed by young people are increasing in major cities throughout the world The causes and how to solve for this problem Task 2: Many students find it difficult to concentrate or pay attention at school What are the reasons? What could be done to solve this problem? F questions Task 2: Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or write What are the disadvantages and what action should the government take? Task 2: In many countries, more and more young people are leaving school and unable to find jobs after graduation What problems you think youth unemployment will cause to the individual and society? Give reasons and make some suggestions Task 2: Fewer young people choose to work in farming What are the reasons? Should young people be encouraged to farming work? Task 2: In recent times economic growth has made some people richer in both developed and developing countries While studies show that people in developing countries are happier now than before, people in developed countries are no happier than they were before Why you think this is and what lessons can be learned from it? Task 2: In education and employment, some people work harder than others Why some people work harder? Is it always a good thing to work hard? Task 2: Research indicates that some consumers nowadays are less influenced by advertising than in the past What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development? Task 2: Nowadays people use bicycles less as a form of transport Why is that? What can we to encourage people to use bicycles more? Task 2: Many people use written language in a less formal way and in a relaxed way than in the past Why is that so? Does this development have more advantages or disadvantages? Task 2: Some people think that in the modern world we are more dependent on each other, while others think that people have become more independent Task 2: In many countries, people increasingly talk about money Why is it, and is it a positive or negative development? Task 2: Some people think that certain old buildings are more worth preserving than the other ones Which types of old buildings should be preserved? Do you think that the advantages of preserving these old buildings outweigh the disadvantages? Task 2: Businesses always aim to make more sales What are some of the methods to this? Which one is the best method? Task 2: Mobile phone and the internet could have many benefits for old people However, this age group uses technology the least What are the benefits for old people of using mobile phones and the internet? How can we encourage them to use this new technology? Task 2: Some experts suggest that when a wealthy country has an additional increase in economic wealth not make its citizens happier Task 2: Report research suggests that majority of criminals who were sent to prison would commit crimes when they are set free What you think of this case? What to be done to solve this problem? Task 2: Consumers are faced with increasing numbers of advertisements from competing companies To what extent you think are consumers influenced by advertisements? Task 2: Some countries have an ever-increasing proportion of the population who are aged 15 or younger What you think are the current and future effects of this trend for those countries?