IELTS Writing Task 2: Society topics

In many cities, people increasingly live alone rather than with family or housemates.

Populations are ageing rapidly in many developed countries.

Many countries encourage their citizens to retire later than in the past.

Large supermarkets have replaced most small local shops in many towns.

In many countries people are having children later in life than previous generations did.

Some people think paying taxes is enough while others think as part of the society they have more responsibility. Discuss both sides and present your views in this writing task

Some people think that war is sometimes unavoidable to achieve peace. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In many countries, the number of people suffering from stress is increasing. What do you think are the causes of this problem and what measures could be taken to tackle it?

Many people consider shopping malls as great places to spend their leisure time and meet others. People in the past, however, visited shopping malls only when necessary, and people think this change has a bad impact on society. Do you agree or disagree?

Political corruption remains a serious problem in many countries. What are the causes of political corruption, and what measures can governments take to reduce it?

Access to clean water is a basic human right. Therefore every home should have a water supply that is provided free of charge. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

In some countries, some people get extremely high income and it is believed that this will be of great good to the country while others are of the believe that government should limit the amount of income earned in a country. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Somepe pie say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree?

Remote work has become increasingly common in recent years. Some argue this is bad tendency. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

As a result of global warming, many countries are turning to nuclear power instead of burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas. What are the advantages and disadvantages of nuclear power stations? Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

As well as making money, businesses also have social responsibilities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is a natural process that animal species such as dinosaurs become extinct. There is no reason for people to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people say that younger people are not suitable for important positions in governments of countries. Others, however, say that it is a good idea for the younger to take on these positions. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas ( in words, pictures, music or film) in wichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Some people prefer to live in rented homes rather than purchasing their own homes. Do you think advantages of living in rented house outweigh the disadvantages?

Some people say that it is better to work for a large company than a small one. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people think that certain old buildings are more worth preserving than other ones. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some believe that pets should stay at home at all times, while others feel they should be allowed outside the home. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Some people prefer to live in a house, while others feel that there are more advantages to living in an apartment. Are there more advantages than disadvantages of living in a house compared with living in an apartment?

In the modern world, people have access to an unprecedented amount of information, yet many individuals appear to have weaker critical thinking skills than previous generations. What problems does this cause, and how can societies encourage people to think more independently?

Some people believe that hobbies need to be difficult to be enjoyable. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Team activities can teach more skills to individual more than other activities ideally. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Nowadays, it is easier for young people to have a credit card compared to the past. What are the advantages and disadvantages of it?

The number of people who are interested in and wearing fashionable clothes is increasing. Is this a positive or negative development?

The shopping habits of people depend more on their age group than on any other factors. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

Some people think that success is the best measure for intelligence, while others think that intellegence can be measured in other way. What’s your opinion?

Some believe that the government should support artists like musicians, painters, and poets, while others argue that this is a misuse of funds. Discuss both views and give your own opinion

Some companies have moved to a four-day working week on full pay. advantages outweigh disadvantages?

Reasons for the decline of animals and plants in some countries

The number of homeless people is rising in many countries. What are the reasons and how can this problem be solved?

Many aspects of the way people dress today are influenced by global fashion trends. How has global fashion become such a strong influence on people’s lives? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Do you agree or disagree that intelligence is the most important quality for a leader?

Many societies today are becoming more individualistic. People focus more on their personal goals and desires rather than the needs of the group. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages? Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

For many young people today, shopping is their favourite free time activity. Why do you think this has happened? Should young people be encouraged to do different activities in their free time?

It is important for people to take risks, both in their professional lives and their personal lives. Do you think the advantages of taking risks outweigh the disadvantages?

People these days watch TV, films and other programmes alone rather than with people. Do the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages

In some countries, owning a home rather than renting one is very important for people. Why might this be the case? Do you think this is a positive or negative situation?

Many elderly people are no longer looked after by their families but are put in care homes and nursing homes. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this trend?

Forcing communities to remain in poverty or hunger to preserve animal habitats is neither morally defensible nor politically sustainable.

People living in the 21st century generally have a better quality of life than people who lived in the previous century. To what extent you agree or disagree.

Some people believe that Communism is the best regime because it offers social equity while others think that Capitalism is better as they argue that it is less dictatorial. Discuss both view and give your opinion.

Some argue that a person’s value is determined by wealth, while others believe it depends on character. Discuss both and give your opinion.

Some people are happy to spend their whole life living in the same place or in India. However, others prefer to live in many different areas over their lifetime. Discuss both views and give your opinion

Some people believe that the only way to solve the problem of illegal drug use is to make all drugs legal. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?