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 Task 2 Writing Prompts



IELTS WRITING SELF-REFLECTION
Evaluate your writing based on the following criteria.


IELTS band 7.5

Task 2

More and more companies produce goods in factories located in different countries
other than the location of the head office. Does this development have more
advantages or disadvantages?



A vast number of corporations across the globe have opted to produce their goods in
foreign countries. While there are some advantages of foreign production, there are
also some drawbacks to be taken into account. From my point of view, overseas
manufacturing can bring about more benefits for businesses than problems.

Despite the drawbacks, opening a production facility in a foreign country is
advantageous because companies can benefit from economies of scale and reach
new markets. With regards to the former, firms can lower labor costs which allows
them to channel more funding towards marketing, research and development, or
any other area that can help improve the company’s bottom line. Another main
benefit of overseas production is that businesses can expand their products to new
markets where competition might be low, resulting in an increment in sales and
market share. In other words, the demand of new products in new markets might be
high due to the lack of competition and supply. The iPhone, for example, is
manufactured in China where the local market lacks local smartphone suppliers.

Admittedly, there are some issues involved with foreign production. It brings
unemployment and backlash which might end up on strikes. For instance, Ford
employees wend on strake last week when the company announced to the media
plans to open a new production facility in the north of Mexico. Moreover, companies
which produce overseas can face instability and uncertainty in different business
areas over those that do not. In other words, a company will experience uncertain
political, cultural, and economic situations if they decide to manufacture abroad.

In conclusion, despite the fact that foreign production has some drawbacks, I believe
that opening a production facility abroad gives a company the opportunity to benefit
from economies of scale and new market expansion, which far ought weigh the
disadvantages.







Practice, practice, practice!

My advice would be to practice on essays as much as you can. Your goal is to be able
to write essay of 250 words in 40 minutes on any given topic. Topic doesn’t matter,
the important thing is that you know and implement the technique you’ve learned.
So for those of you, who don’t take chances, follows list of topics similar to those you
will get in IELTS. Practice with a clock and count words. Enjoy!

Topic 1

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Even though globalization affects the world’s economics in a very

positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. Discuss.

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 2

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Some people say that education system is the only critical factor to
development of a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree
with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 3

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Dieting can change a person’s life for the better or ruin one’s health
completely. What is your opinion?

You should write at least 250 words.

Page 49
Topic 4

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Financial education should be mandatory component of the school

program. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 5

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

The best way to reduce the number of traffic accidents is to raise age
limit for the younger drivers and lower age limit for the aged ones. Do
you agree?

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 6

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Ecological balance is impossible to archive when technological

progress constantly ruins our environment. Do you agree?

You should write at least 250 words.

Page 50
IELTS band 7.5

Task 2

More and more companies produce goods in factories located in different countries
other than the location of the head office. Does this development have more
advantages or disadvantages?



A vast number of corporations across the globe have opted to produce their goods in
foreign countries. While there are some advantages of foreign production, there are
also some drawbacks to be taken into account. From my point of view, overseas
manufacturing can bring about more benefits for businesses than problems.

Despite the drawbacks, opening a production facility in a foreign country is
advantageous because companies can benefit from economies of scale and reach
new markets. With regards to the former, firms can lower labor costs which allows
them to channel more funding towards marketing, research and development, or
any other area that can help improve the company’s bottom line. Another main
benefit of overseas production is that businesses can expand their products to new
markets where competition might be low, resulting in an increment in sales and
market share. In other words, the demand of new products in new markets might be
high due to the lack of competition and supply. The iPhone, for example, is
manufactured in China where the local market lacks local smartphone suppliers.

Admittedly, there are some issues involved with foreign production. It brings
unemployment and backlash which might end up on strikes. For instance, Ford
employees wend on strake last week when the company announced to the media
plans to open a new production facility in the north of Mexico. Moreover, companies
which produce overseas can face instability and uncertainty in different business
areas over those that do not. In other words, a company will experience uncertain
political, cultural, and economic situations if they decide to manufacture abroad.

In conclusion, despite the fact that foreign production has some drawbacks, I believe
that opening a production facility abroad gives a company the opportunity to benefit
from economies of scale and new market expansion, which far ought weigh the
disadvantages.







Practice, practice, practice!

My advice would be to practice on essays as much as you can. Your goal is to be able
to write essay of 250 words in 40 minutes on any given topic. Topic doesn’t matter,
the important thing is that you know and implement the technique you’ve learned.
So for those of you, who don’t take chances, follows list of topics similar to those you
will get in IELTS. Practice with a clock and count words. Enjoy!

Topic 1

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Even though globalization affects the world’s economics in a very

positive way, its negative side should not be forgotten. Discuss.

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 2

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Some people say that education system is the only critical factor to
development of a country. To what extent do you agree or disagree
with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 3

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Dieting can change a person’s life for the better or ruin one’s health
completely. What is your opinion?

You should write at least 250 words.

Page 49
Topic 4

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Financial education should be mandatory component of the school

program. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 5

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

The best way to reduce the number of traffic accidents is to raise age
limit for the younger drivers and lower age limit for the aged ones. Do
you agree?

You should write at least 250 words.

Topic 6

You are advised to spend the maximum of 40 minutes on this task.

Ecological balance is impossible to archive when technological

progress constantly ruins our environment. Do you agree?

You should write at least 250 words.

Page 50
Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

It is not wise for an industry to replace its experienced but old workers with new and young yet
inexperienced individuals.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 6 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Some people think that teachers are essential to the learning process. Others argue that students at
schools and universities learn far more from other sources (such as the Internet and television) than
from lessons with teachers.

What are your views on this?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 7 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Some people think secondary school students should study international news as one of their subjects.
Other people say this is a waste of valuable school time.

Discuss both these 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.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 8 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Developing countries require international organization’s help. Some people prefer financial aid while
others think practical aid and advice are better.

Discuss both these 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.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 9 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two
Write about the following topic:

After graduating from high school, some young people decide to start working right away instead of
going to university.

What are the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 14 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

In some countries, governments are encouraging industries and businesses to move to regional areas
outside big cities.

Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 15 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

Housing and accommodation has become a major problem in many countries around the world.

What are some of the main factors that have contributed to this problem?

What can be done to help reduce the number of homeless people?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 16 www.tahasoni.com

Master IELTS Essays IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two

WRITING TASK 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Write about the following topic:

While mobile phones have many advantages, a number of problems have also resulted from them or
the ways in which they are used.

What are some of these problems?

What solutions can you suggest for solving these problems?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or
experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Ebrahim Tahasoni Page 18 www.tahasoni.com