IELTS Writing Task 2: Opinion (Agree / Disagree)
You are given one statement and asked how far you agree. The examiner is checking that you take a clear position in the introduction and hold it consistently to the conclusion — a partial agreement is fine, an unclear one is not.
10 questions of this type
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Education
Some people think that all university students should be required to study subjects outside their main field, such as history or philosophy.
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Environment
Individuals can do little to reduce pollution, and only governments and large companies can make a real difference.
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Technology
Many everyday tasks are now handled by machines rather than people, and some believe this makes human skills less valuable.
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Work and employment
Employers should be required to offer older workers the same training opportunities they offer younger ones.
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Health
Governments should tax foods that are high in sugar and fat in order to improve public health.
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Culture and tradition
Museums and historical sites should be free for everyone to enter.
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Crime and punishment
Offenders should be required to do unpaid work in their communities rather than serve short prison sentences.
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Media
News organisations should be legally responsible for the accuracy of everything they publish online.
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Family and children
Children benefit more from spending time with their grandparents than from organised after-school activities.
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Sport
Professional athletes are paid far more than their contribution to society deserves.