Here is a collection of recent 2020 quarter 1 IELTS Writing Part 2 test questions (Essay) from the Internet. These questions were at IELTS exams in January 2020, February 2020, and March 2020. 

ielts777.com — Writing 2 #842

Some people say that technologies such as mobile phones are disrupting social interaction.

Do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Media and Technology  📖
 
Exam date: Mar 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #839

Many companies and organisations require their employees to wear uniform.

What kind of jobs require uniforms? What are the disadvantages of wearing uniform to work?

Type: Two Questions
Topic: Work  📖
 
Exam date: Mar 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #809

Some people think that the government should increase the tax on unhealthy food to encourage people to start eating healthy.

Do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Health and Diet  📖
 
Exam date: Feb 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #806

It is too expensive to look after and repair old buildings. This money should be spent on building modern buildings instead.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Type: Argument
Topic: Places  📖
 
Exam date: Feb 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #805

Many people nowadays see a counselor or therapist to improve their mental health. Some feel, however, that this is unnecessary.

 

Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Health and Diet  📖
 
Exam date: Feb 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #794

Some people think that children should be raised by all the family members (e.g.: uncle, aunt and grandparents) rather than only parents.

Give your opinion.

Type: Opinion
Topic: Education  📖
 
Exam date: Feb 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #791

Nowadays people are spending more time in the workplace and staying away from home for work.

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this with your own experiences.

Type: Opinion
Topic: Work  📖
 
Exam date: Feb 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #780

Some people think that formal education should start for children as early as possible. While others think that it should not start until 7 years of age.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

 

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  📖
 
Exam date: Jan 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #779

Some people argue that it is best to accept a bad situation, such as an unsatisfactory job or shortage of money. Others believe that it is better to try and improve such situations.

Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Life  📖
 
Exam date: Jan 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #777

Some people become famous at an early age. Is it bad or good?

Discuss and give your opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Life  📖
 
Exam date: Jan 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #776

Some people believe that school children should not be given homework by their teachers, others believe that homework plays an important role in the education of children.

Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  📖
 
Exam date: Jan 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #775

In some countries, most people prefer to rent a house rather than buying one.

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of renting.

Type: Argument
Topic: Money 📖
 
Exam date: Jan 2020


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ielts777.com — Writing 2 #771

Some people believe that children under age 10 should be given their own interest subject, while others believe that should be given regular subjects.

Discuss both of these views and give your own opinion.

Type: Argument
Topic: Education  📖
 
Exam date: Jan 2020


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