Discussion and problem–solution essays

Identify IELTS Task 2 question types and plan two of the most common: “discuss both views and give your opinion” and problem–solution essays with specific, well-matched solutions.

Level C1 55 min4 exercisesLesson 3 of 12 in Writing C1

Trains: IELTS Writing Task 2

What you'll learn

Identify opinion, discussion, problem–solution and cause–solution questions in IELTS Writing Task 2
Plan a balanced discussion essay that presents both views fairly and gives a clear opinion
Plan a problem–solution essay in which each solution clearly matches a problem
Write a 250+ word essay with logical paragraphing in 40 minutes

Lesson content

10 steps · 4 exercises · 55 min total

1. Warm-up2 questions
2. LearnThe skill and the strategy
3. ModelSee how it's done
4. Practice 1Identify the question type
5. Practice 2Match problems and solutions
6. Practice 3Order a solution paragraph
7. Practice 4Your turn: a problem–solution essay
8. Exam tips3 tips
9. Key vocabulary10 words
10. SummaryReview and finish

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