Think about these questions, or answer them aloud.
This mock follows the IELTS Academic Writing test: two tasks in 60 minutes.
Before each task there is a short multiple-choice planning check. Treat it as part of your planning time for that task, not as extra time. Start a 60-minute timer now, work without a dictionary, and look at the model answers only when both tasks are finished.
| Stage | Time | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Task 1: plan | 3–4 minutes | Planning check, then choose your overview and the key figures |
| Task 1: write and check | 16–17 minutes | Introduction, overview, two detail paragraphs; check figures against the graph |
| Task 2: plan | 5 minutes | Planning check, then your thesis and two body paragraph ideas |
| Task 2: write | 30 minutes | Introduction, two body paragraphs, conclusion |
| Task 2: check | 5 minutes | Position clear throughout? Agreement, articles, spelling |
| What you find | What it suggests | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Almost every rubric point ticked in both tasks, with few errors | Your writing is secure at B2 and shows several features of the higher bands | Start the C1 writing course |
| Task 1 overview missing or figures inaccurate | Task Achievement is holding you back | Review B2 lessons 1, 5 and 6 on charts, tables and comparisons |
| Task 2 position unclear, or one view much shorter than the other | Task Response needs work | Review B2 lessons 3, 7, 8 and 10 on essay types, introductions and conclusions |
| Either answer under the word limit, or many small grammar errors | Time management or accuracy | Repeat the mock with a strict timer and a 3-minute final check for your most common errors |
The graph below shows the number of printed books, e-books and audiobooks sold in Norvania between 2010 and 2025.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
| 2010 | 2013 | 2016 | 2019 | 2022 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Printed books | 62 | 58 | 51 | 47 | 45 | 44 |
| E-books | 6 | 15 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 21 |
| Audiobooks | 1 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 20 |
Use the graph above. These questions are part of your 20 minutes for Task 1.
Write your report now. Stop at the 20-minute mark and move on to Task 2.
The graph above shows the number of printed books, e-books and audiobooks sold in Norvania between 2010 and 2025.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
Write at least 150 words · about 20 minutes
Some people believe that children should be given plenty of free time to play, while others think they should spend most of their free time on organised activities such as sports clubs and music lessons.
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.
These questions are part of your 40 minutes for Task 2.
Write your essay now. Leave the last 5 minutes to check your work.
Some people believe that children should be given plenty of free time to play, while others think they should spend most of their free time on organised activities such as sports clubs and music lessons.
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.
Write at least 250 words · about 40 minutes
Save words to review them later with flashcards.
“Audiobooks are the fastest-growing format.”
“E-book sales peaked in 2019.”
“Sales levelled off at around 45 million.”
“Sales quadrupled in nine years.”
“Audiobooks had almost caught up with e-books by 2025.”
“Children need some unstructured time every day.”
“The children are supervised at the sports club.”
“Learning an instrument requires self-discipline.”
“Children learn to settle disagreements through play.”
“Some children feel under pressure to win every match.”
