IELTS Academic Writing Test
Time allowed: 60 minutes Total tasks: 2
Instructions:
- You should spend about 20 minutes on Task 1.
- You should spend about 40 minutes on Task 2.
- Task 2 contributes twice as much as Task 1 to the Writing score.
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The diagram below shows the process of producing olive oil from harvest to final product.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
Your answer (minimum 150 words):
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WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing secondary school and starting university.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this approach.
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.
Your answer (minimum 250 words):
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