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May 27, 2021
IELTS essay, topic: Should boys and girls be educated separately (opinion)?
This is a model response to a Writing Task 2 topic from High Scorer’s Choice IELTS Practice Tests book series (reprinted with permission). This answer is close to IELTS Band 9.
Set 4 Academic book, Practice Test 19
Writing Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
In some countries, boys and girls are educated separately after the age of about ten years old. Discuss this view and give your opinion.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You should write at least 250 words.
Sample Band 9 Essay
In many countries around the world, boys and girls are educated together. There is a group of countries, however, that educate boys and girls separately. This is frequently done on religious grounds, but not always. Having such a system can produce various advantages and disadvantages.
One of the principal reasons for educating boys and girls separately is that, if they are together, they can distract each other. After puberty, boys can be strongly attracted to girls and vice versa, and this can result in disruptive conduct in the classroom as, for example, they show off to one another. Separating boys and girls can therefore have the distinct advantage of reducing this disturbing behaviour. However, some teachers have pointed out that this model does not always work, and that separated boys and girls are equally disruptive in class, and sometimes more so. These teachers say that having the opposite sex in the classroom can actually improve behaviour.
Many educators also believe that boys and girls have different learning styles and needs. Separating boys and girls can allow teachers to address these needs more easily. There is also a belief that single sex schools allow gender stereotypes to be challenged and therefore education aspirations can be broadened.
A major disadvantage of separating boys and girls in education is that the children miss important formative behavioural development when they do not have interaction with the other gender on a regular basis. This can lead to shyness and, more seriously, dysfunctional relationships later in life. Some people also feel that mixed sex schools can promote gender stereotypes rather than reducing them.
In conclusion, I feel that children should be educated all together, although I would respect a system in which they are separated due to religious beliefs. My personal opinion is that different genders should learn to interact together from an early age, as this would allow them to develop healthy working relationships with each other.
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May 26, 2021
IELTS Speaking test in Nigeria – May 2021
Our wonderful friend A.P. took IELTS in Nigeria recently and remembered the Speaking questions below:
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Where do you live, in an apartment or a house?
– Describe your apartment.
– What scenery can you see from your windows?
– Let’s talk about trees.
– What kind of trees are famous in your country?
– Do you like trees?
– Are there any trees near you apartment?
– Do you remember people’s names?
– How do you feel when people forget your name?
– Is there any particular way to remember people’s names easily?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe an occasion when you had to wait in a long line/queue for a long time. Please say
– When and where it was
– What you did while waiting
– How you felt about it
Follow-up question: Do you have to wait in long lines often?
Part 3 (Discussion)
– What impact does waiting in long queues have on customers?
– How important is customer service for the organisation/business?
– Do people feel that they don’t deserve to wait for too long in the queues?
– Do you think robots are going to replace humans in the near future?
– Is it a positive or a negative development?
May 25, 2021
IELTS test in Jordan – May 2021 (Academic Module)
Our lovely friend M.S. recently took the IELTS test in Jordan and remembered the following questions:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given two bar graphs. One was showing the average cost per night in different hotels with star ratings from 3 to 5 stars. The other was showing the occupancy rate in these hotels.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Nowadays in many countries the proportion of older population is higher than that of younger people. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you study?
– Where do you study?
– Describe your home.
– What can you see from your windows?
– What kind of trees are usually planted in a home garden in your country?
– Have you ever planted trees?
– Do you like planting trees? Why?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe something important that has been kept in your family for a long time. Please say
– What is it?
– How long did your family have it for?
– How did your family get it?
– Why is it so important?
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Is there anything that makes you happy?
– Can you stay happy all the time?
– What can you do to feel happier in general?
May 24, 2021
This is what Amanda did to get Band 8 in her first IELTS test
It is a pleasure to introduce Amanda from Malaysia, one of IELTS results competition winners and a proud owner of IELTS Band 8. Today Amanda is sharing her IELTS preparation tips because there is a very good chance that what worked for her, will work for you.
In her winner’s interview Amanda said,
“It feels amazing to have won the competition. And of course I’d love to share my preparation tips.
When I first registered for IELTS, I had no idea on how this exam would be as it was my first time taking it. I also had a very limited preparation period. While it is important to have a good command of English, it is more important to familiarise yourself with the exam format and points breakdown.
For the Reading and Listening components, I had to work on my short attention span issue. I lengthened my attention span by reading articles daily, slowly increasing the number of paragraphs. When I was happy with my focusing capability, I downloaded some IELTS preparation apps that can be found on the App Store and practiced Listening and Reading mock tests.
As for Speaking, I only did as much as speaking to my reflection to help build confidence and fluency. I also got help on YouTube to watch speaking tests being carried out with remarks by the examiner at the end of the video.
As for Writing, I didn’t do so well in this component but I read a lot of example essays to prepare myself for what to expect and how to structure my essays.
And that’s how I prepared for the IELTS examination.”
Amanda Tan from Malaysia, IELTS Band 8
May 23, 2021
IELTS test in the USA – May 2021 (Academic Module)
Our kind friend V.A. recently took the IELTS test in the USA and remembered the following questions:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given two maps of a village, one from the past and another of its current layout. We had to summarize and compare the changes.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Nowadays more and more tasks at home and at work are being performed by robots. Why do you think this is happening? Is it a negative or positive development?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you study?
– Why did you decide to study it?
– Do you like it?
– What will you do when you graduate?
– Do you like shopping for clothes?
– What type of clothes do you wear?
– Do you prefer comfortable or fashionable clothes? Why?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a recent health-related article that you have read. Please say
– What was it about?
– When and why did you read it?
– Did you find it helpful?
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Do you think health and fitness are important?
– What do you do to stay healthy?
– Do you exercise?
– What kind of workouts do you like?
– Do you think robots will take place of humans?
May 20, 2021
IELTS essay, topic: Everybody should pay a small amount from their income to help people in poverty (agree/disagree)
This is a model response to a Writing Task 2 topic from High Scorer’s Choice IELTS Practice Tests book series (reprinted with permission). This answer is close to IELTS Band 9.
Set 4 General Training book, Practice Test 18
Writing Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
Everybody today should pay a small amount from their income in order to help people who are homeless and / or suffering great poverty. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
You should write at least 250 words.
Sample Band 9 Essay
Homelessness and poverty is a terrible but topical issue in both more economically advanced and less industrialised countries. To deal with this, many people feel that a small proportion of everyone’s income should be used to aid the homeless and poor. This could create more opportunities and change the lives of many disadvantaged people for the better.
Though there are certain facilities such as shelters and soup kitchens to aid the poor and homeless, it is clear that this is not enough. In the U.S. alone, a very developed country in itself, nearly two million people are homeless. These facilities can lend a helpful hand; however, they do not help eradicate the problem. Those people who are homeless or poor can have trouble finding jobs, or, if they are lucky to gain employment, the pay may not be enough to support them and their families.
If a small percentage of everyone’s income was used to help build more aid facilities and fund organisations to help the homeless and poor, the suffering of many people could be alleviated. However, this is not a perfect world, and taxes are high enough for many people. A similar argument could be that a portion of the taxes already paid to the government should then be set aside for this cause, but of course government funds are usually stretched to breaking point as it is, as governments have so many financial responsibilities already.
Though the fundamental idea that people should pay a small percentage of their income to help the homeless and poor is admirable, it is unlikely that enough people would agree to it. People need all the money they earn after taxes anyway and, although governments already have too many calls on their available funds, in my view they should prioritise support payments for the homeless.
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May 19, 2021
IELTS test in Taiwan – May 2021 (Academic Module)
Thanks to our generous friend G.K. we know this much about the recent IELTS questions in Taiwan:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given a bar chart showing the number of visitors to five different museums from June to October 2015 in the UK.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people think that it is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent illnesses, rather than funding the treatment for people who are already ill. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What do you study?
– Do you live in a house or an apartment?
– Can you describe your house?
– What can you see from your windows?
– Do you think math is important?
– Did you find math interesting at school?
– Can a teacher help to make it more interesting?
– How can math help in your daily life?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Describe your experience of a wild animal encounter. Please say
– What animal it was
– Where and when it happened
– Who was there with you
– And explain how you felt about it later.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Do you like pets?
– Do you have a pet?
– Do you think pets can be kept at home?
– Let’s talk about zoos.
– Do you like going to the zoo?
– Is it cruel to keep animals there?
– Why do you think so?
May 18, 2021
IELTS test in Canada – May 2021 (General Training)
Our friend J.W. took the IELTS test in Canada and remembered the following questions:
Writing test
Writing task 1 (a letter)
Your colleague is traveling from another country by plane for a meeting. You have arranged the airport pickup, hotel accommodation and planned his/her meetings. Write a letter to your colleague. In your letter,
– Say when and where you will meet him/her
– Explain where he/she will stay
– Tell him/her about the other arrangements you made.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Nowadays in many countries traditional customs are less popular than in the past. Do you agree or disagree? What can parents and teachers do about this?
Speaking test
Part 1 (Interview)
– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study
– What do you do?
– Do you live in an apartment or a house?
– Do you like it there?
– Are you proud of your country?
– What area of your country do you like the most?
– Where would you prefer to live in your country?
– Why do you like that place?
Part 2 (Cue Card)
Talk about a famous person that you like the most. Please say
– Who he/she is
– What he/she is famous for
– When you came to know about him/her
– And explain what qualities you like in him/her.
Part 3 (Discussion)
– Do you think famous people have different lifestyles to others?
– Do you agree that the media should follow them?
– Why does the media do this?
– Do they have a right to live the same life as we do?
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May 17, 2021
IELTS Results competition winners in April 2021
Overcoming adversity has become second nature to IELTS test takers lately. For over a year now the situation in the world hasn’t been making things easy for people who wish to study or work in another country. This is why it is especially inspiring and encouraging to see IELTS candidates defy the odds and achieve success, in spite of all the obstacles thrown in their path!
Today we are celebrating the success of 7 bright sparks, so put your hands together and give them a round of applause!
Academic Module – 1st place
Academic Module – 2nd place
Amanda Tan from Malaysia, Band 8Academic Module – 3rd place
Negin Momayezan Marnani from Iran, Band 7.5Kundai Nhongo from Zimbabwe, Band 7.5Dev Bhardwaj from India, Band 7.5General Training Module – 1st place
Asanka Ranasinghe from Sri Lanka, Band 8Pardeep Kaur India, Band 8Congratulations! Head over to our Instagram where we celebrate seven success stories, and show them your appreciation! Winners will also receive their special certificates of achievement via email, and winning IELTS results will be displayed in the IELTS-Blog hall of fame – so if you won, please feel free to show them off to your friends!
How did they score so well?
It is always a pleasure to see our students do well in the test – Kundai Nhongo (Band 7.5) used our book ‘Target Band 7’ to boost her exam performance, and Asanka Ranasinghe (Band 8) used our writing correction service to improve her writing. As for everyone else – we would LOVE to learn what worked for you! We contacted all the winners and hopefully they will be able to share their best exam tips with everyone. There is so much you can learn from successful test takers, their experience is invaluable because it saves you so much costly trial and error!
If YOU got a high score in IELTS, no matter when – this month, last month, a few months ago – we want to hear from you! We would like to extend our warm invitation to everyone who is happy with their IELTS score. Take part in our IELTS results competition today, and share your IELTS tips when you win!
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May 16, 2021
Recent IELTS Test Questions and Topics Worldwide – January to May 2021
Welcome to our new latest IELTS exam questions page! Here you will find the most recent IELTS questions that test takers remembered and shared, updated daily in real time.
Last updated: May 16, 2021
Test questions are organised by month when they were reported. Identical questions that appeared in two or more countries on the same day posted only once (no duplicates).
Click below to jump to recent IELTS questions from your country.
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