Here is a collection ofΒ recent 2021 Quarter 3 IELTSΒ WritingΒ Part 2Β test questions (Essay) from the Internet. These questionsΒ appeared inΒ IELTS Academic and IELTS General exams in July 2021, August 2021, and September 2021.

ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1600

Nowadays, more and more people from different cities are spending more time away from their families.

What are the possible reasons and the effects on the people themselves and their families?

Type: Opinion
Topic: Family and Friends πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1590

Some people believe that children have the freedom to make mistakes, while others argue that adults should prevent them from doing so.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1583

While the Internet brings it with clear advantages, the problems in terms of control and security of information outweighs the advantages.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1582

Some people claim that students should focus on the subjects that they are interested in or in are best at, while others believe that they should learn all school subjects.

Discuss both sides of this argument and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1580

More and more parents are deciding to educate their children at home rather than sending them to schools.

What are the causes of this phenomenon? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1578

Some people believe it is beneficial for children to attend graduate school, while others argue that children should be given the freedom to choose their own.

Share your opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1577

Social Media marketing can influence what consumers buy.

Why it's happening?

Type: Opinion
Topic: Money πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Sep 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1576

The best way to solve the world’s environmental problem is to increase the cost of fuel.

Do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Environment  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Sep 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1571

The government should reduce the amount of money spent on local environmental problems, and instead increase funding into urgent and more threatening issues such as global warming.

To what extent do you agree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Environment  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1570

People nowadays tend to have children at older ages. 

Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Type: Opinion
Topic: Life  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1569

Today foods travel thousands of miles from the farm to the consumers.

Why is this? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1568

Schools should stop using books for teaching and instead use films, TV, and computers.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1567

One of the consequences of improved medical care is that people are living longer and life expectancy is increasing.

Do you think advantages outweigh disadvantages?

Type: Opinion
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1566

Some people believe that only governments should deal with medical care.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1565

Should students be allowed to choose which classes they take, or should they be required to take the same classes as everyone else?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each approach to education? 

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1564

Some people think that all young people should receive full-time education until 18.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1563

Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that, in today's world, subjects like Science and Technology are more important than History.

Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1550

Some people believe that international free-car days are effective ways to reduce air pollution. However, others argue that there are several other ways that are more effective.

Discuss both views & give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Environment  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1549

Surveillance cameras in banks, offices, shops, and streets have been very successful in reducing crime in the workplace and in public, but they are also a tool for their users to spy on people's privacy.

What problems does the use of Surveillance cameras create? Is there any solution? 

Type: Problem and Solution
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1544

Some people think that hosting an international sports event is good for a country, while some think it is bad.

Discuss both views and give your opinion

Type: Argument
Topic: Life  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1542

People are never satisfied and always want more.

In what ways is this a good thing and in what ways is this a bad thing? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Type: Opinion
Topic: Psychology πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1541

Some people think that governments need to invest money in cosmic research.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1540

Some people think that young people should go to university to further their education while others think that they should be encouraged to work as car mechanics or builders etc to serve society.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1539

The best way to resolve the international environmental problems is to increase the cost of fuel.

Do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Environment  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1536

Some people think that parents should limit their children’s time to watch TV and play computer games and encourage them to read books.

Do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1533

Media should include only positive news.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1529

Today foods travel thousands of miles from the farm to the consumers.

Why is this? Is it a positive or negative trend?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Aug 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1525

Some people say that the main aim of advertising is to improve the sales of products that people do not really need.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1524

Some feel that schools should be mixed with both girls and boys attending while others feel the genders ought to be separated.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1523

Large companies use sports events to promote their products. Some people think this has a negative impact on sports.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1519

The education of young people is highly prioritized in many countries. However, educating adults who cannot write or read is even more important and governments should spend more money on this.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1513

It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct (e.g. dinosaurs, dodos, etc.). There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening.

Do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Environment  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1500

Some people think the government should establish free libraries in each town. Others believe that it is a waste of money since people can access the Internet to obtain information.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1479

Some people think that sports play an important role in society. Others think they are nothing more than a leisure activity.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1475

In both education and employment, some people work much harder than others.

What makes people work harder than others? Is it always a good thing to work hard?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Work  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1474

More and more people are seriously overweight. Some people suggest the solution to this problem is to increase the price of fattening foods.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1472

Some people believe that university education should focus on the skills of employment for the future. Others think they should focus on academic study only.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1471

Some people believe that individuals over 65 should not be allowed to continue working. Others think that people should be allowed to work for as long as they choose.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Life  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1470

Large companies should pay higher salaries to CEOs and executives compared to other workers.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Work  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1469

Traditional ideas from older people about the way to live and behave are not helpful to young people and their futures.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1468

Some people today prefer to get advice for medical problems and do not want to visit a doctor.

Why is this? Is this a positive or negative development?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1465

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 views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1464

Nowadays in many countries, the proportion of the older population is higher than that of younger people.

Is it a positive or negative development?

Type: Opinion
Topic: Life  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1463

Some countries have introduced laws to limit working hours for employees.

Why are these laws introduced? Do you think they are a positive or negative development?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Work  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1462

Some claim that studying abroad has great benefits for a student’s home country.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1461

Many believe that living in a city offers greater benefits compared to life in the countryside.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Places  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1460

Some feel governments should invest in preserving minority languages, while others feel this is not a good use of resources.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Life  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1459

In recent times, economic growth has helped many become richer, both in developed and developing countries. However, those in developed countries are not as happy as they were in the past.

Why is this? What can be learned from this?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Money πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1457

Many museums and historical sites are mainly visited by tourists, not local people.

Why is this the case? What can be done to attract local people?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Entertainment  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1450

Many people think that the best way to learn a culture is to learn the language.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1449

It is impossible to help all people around the world in need so governments should focus on people from their own country.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Money πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1448

Nowadays the differences between countries are becoming less evident because people follow the same media.

Do the advantage of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Type: Opinion
Topic: Media and Technology  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1447

Competition for university study is becoming increasingly strong.

Why are universities becoming more competitive? Is this a positive or negative development?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Education  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1446

If a product is good and meets customer needs, then people will buy it and advertising is unnecessary.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Money πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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ielts777.com β€” Writing 2 #1444

People should look after their health as a duty to the society where they live, rather than their own benefits.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Health and Diet  πŸ“–
 
Exam date: Jul 2021


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