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 chart below shows the number of international students enrolled at universities in four different countries between 2010 and 2020.
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:
Some people think that the best way to improve road safety is to increase the minimum legal age for driving cars or motorbikes. Others believe there are more effective methods.
Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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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