IELTS Academic Writing Task 2
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IELTS practice Academic Writing test - Task 2
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How to approach Academic Writing Task 2
In the actual IELTS Academic Writing test, you will have one hour to complete the two questions or tasks: 20 minutes for the first task and 40 minutes for the second. So, you should expect to spend a little longer on practice Task 2 than you did on practice Task 1.
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While you shouldn’t put yourself under too much pressure when practicing, it’s a good idea to set a timer or alert, so you can keep a track of your progress and how close you are to the time limit.
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An easy reminder…
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Q: How long should I spend on IELTS Writing Task 2?
A: We suggest 40 minutes.
Q: How many words for IELTS Writing Task 2?
A: 250 words is about the right length, but don’t be afraid to go a little over.
Q: Should I be formal or conversational in style?
A: You should write in a formal style, suited to an academic environment.
Task 2 - Write about the following topic:
Learning English at school is often seen as more important than learning local languages. If these are not taught, many are at risk of dying out.
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In your opinion, is it important for everyone to learn English? Should we try to ensure the survival of local languages and, if so, how?
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You should give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience or knowledge to support your response.
What should I do next?
Once you’ve finished, you can download the model answer for Writing Task 2 and see how your work compares.
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Remember, you don’t have to agree with the opinion expressed in the model answer; this Task 2 sample is a guide to illustrate the style, content, level of detail, structure, length and so on. A good way to improve is to spend some time reflecting on how your answer compares to the model answer - and keep practicing, of course.
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If you want to see an example of an actual answer sheet for the IELTS Academic Writing test (‘on paper’ version), you can download a sample copy below.
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External Link : https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/take-ielts/prepare/free-ielts-practice-tests/writing/academic/task-2
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WRITING TASK 2 – Model Answer
English is a gateway to the world and no one should be deprived of the opportunities that arise for those with a strong command of the English language. This does not mean that local languages are dispensable, however. They have an important role to play in supporting education, including English language education.
People who insist on prioritising local languages are often those who can speak fluent English themselves. Advocates of minority languages need to be fluent in English in order to research their field and support the cause at international conferences. In doing so, however, they are also demonstrating why English is so important. Learning English allows people to gain knowledge, communicate with society, further themselves as individuals and have a global impact. It is unfair to willingly dispossess people of this ability in order to preserve tradition.
But this does not mean local languages can be forgotten or downplayed. People are more likely to succeed – not just at learning English, but in employment and education generally – if they are immersed in a community rich in history and tradition. Local dialects are a part of this tradition. Efforts to regenerate and celebrate indigenous cultures in recent decades have demonstrated that the preservation of local languages and the teaching of English are mutually-reinforcing developments. In this way, the local language serves as the bedrock for learning English, rather than being an obstacle in need of removal.
I think it is important for everyone to learn English but I feel it is unnecessary to frame learning English and keeping local languages alive as conflicting possibilities. Each goal supports the other. We should focus on how best to develop both English and local languages in particular local contexts.
285 words
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External Link https://takeielts.britishcouncil.org/sites/default/files/bc_ac_writing_answers.pdf
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