IELTS Writing Samples

Rich countries should allow jobs for skilled and knowledgeable employees who are from poor countries. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

Most employers nowadays put increasing emphasis on social skills. Some people believe that social skills are important in addition to good qualifications for job success. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Some people believe that university graduates should work in their country of origin where they received higher education. Others believe that they should have the permission to work wherever they want. Discuss both views and express your opinion.

In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. 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.

International tourism has brought great benefits to many places. However, there are serious concerns about its impact on the local environment and residents. Do the negative effects of international tourism outweigh the benefits?

Convenience foods will become increasingly prevalent and eventually replace traditional foods and traditional methods of food preparation. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.

In many countries, the number of people choosing to live alone is increasing. What are the reasons for this trend? Do you think it is a positive or negative development?

We all work or will work in our jobs with many different kinds of people. In your opinion, what are some important characteristics of a co-worker (someone you work closely with)? Use reasons and specific examples to explain why these characteristics are important.

Fewer and fewer people today write by hand using a pen, pencil, or brush. What are the reasons for this trend? Is this a positive or a negative development?

Some people think history has little or nothing to offer, while others say that studying the past helps us understand the present. Discuss both viewpoints and give your opinion.