IELTS Writing Overview

• Time: 60 minutes
• Total Tasks: 2
• Total Words: Minimum 250 words
• Scoring: Task 2 carries more weight than Task 1
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IELTS Actual Writing Task 1 and 2

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IELTS Actual Writing Task 1 and 2

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Writing Task 1 (20 minutes)

Academic IELTS

You are given visual data, such as:

• Graphs (line, bar, pie)
• Tables
• Maps
• Process diagrams

Your job:

• Summarise the main features
• Compare data where relevant
• Report trends (no opinions)

Word limit: Minimum 150 words

Structure:

1. Introduction (paraphrase the question)
2. Overview (main trends / key features)
3. Body Paragraph 1 (details)
4. Body Paragraph 2 (details)

General Training IELTS

You must write a letter, such as:

• Formal (complaint, application)
• Semi-formal
• Informal (to a friend)

Word limit: Minimum 150 words

✍️ Writing Task 2 (40 minutes)

Essay types include:

• Opinion (agree/disagree)
• Discussion (both views + opinion)
• Problem–solution
• Advantages & disadvantages
• Two-part questions

Your job:

• Respond fully to the question
• Give relevant ideas and examples
• Present a clear position

Word limit: Minimum 250 words

Typical structure:

1. Introduction
2. Body Paragraph 1
3. Body Paragraph 2
4. Conclusion