IELTS Writing Samples

In many countries, more and more people want to study at university, leading to increased competition for places. Why do you think this happens? Do you think this competition is a positive or negative development?

Every day, millions of tons of food are wasted all over the world. What are the causes of this problem? What measures can be taken to solve this?

Online learning is more effective than traditional learning. Do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that elderly people should participate in sports to stay healthy, while others think there are better ways for them to maintain their health. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Many people believe that the current system involving both teachers and students in the classroom will no longer exist by the year 2050. To what extent do you agree with this statement?

The rise of social media has had a negative impact on interpersonal communication. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people encourage watching sports as a way of learning about teamwork and strategy, while others believe that one can learn these skills only through playing sports. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

It's important to preserve both the culture and environment of the places you visit, but some think it's impossible to be a responsible tourist. Do you agree or disagree?

It's important to preserve both the culture and environment of the places you visit, but some think it's impossible to be a responsible tourist. Do you agree or disagree?

The pie chart below shows the main reasons why agricultural land becomes less productive. The table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.