IELTS General Writing Practice | Free 30+ Mock Test

General Instructions

Available IELTS General Writing Practice Test

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

A friend from another country is moving to your city for work. He / she has asked you for advice about living in your city.

TASK 2

Many animals are facing extinction in the wild. Why is this happening? What can be done to protect them?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You have heard that a developer plans to build a shopping centre near your home.

TASK 2

Some people think that keeping pets is good for children while others think it is dangerous and unhealthy. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You recently bought a camera while travelling overseas. When you got to your destination you discovered that some important items were missing from the box.

TASK 2

Zoos are sometimes seen as necessary but poor alternatives to a natural environment. Discuss some of the arguments for and against keeping animals in zoos.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are currently taking a course at a college but you will need to have a week off during this course.

TASK 2

Many countries spend a lot of money on art. Some people think investment in art is necessary, but others say the money is better spent on improving health and education. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are renting a flat from an agency. Your contract was for one year but you need to leave the flat two months early.

TASK 2

All students ought to study art and music in school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You paid a refundable deposit when you rented an apartment. You left the apartment in good condition but the Landlord won’t return your deposit.

TASK 2

Creative artists should always be given freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures, music or film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

There is a public park near where you live. You have heard that the local council wants to sell this park.

TASK 2

Some people believe that handwriting is no longer useful in the modern world and should not be taught in schools. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You arranged to visit a friend in Canada but an important event at home now means that you must change the dates of the visit.

TASK 2

These days the internet is easily accessible to children. Is this a positive or a negative development?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are a student at a language school in New Zealand studying Business English. Part of the course is a summer work placement programme. Unfortunately, you have just learnt from the school that this programme has now been cancelled.

TASK 2

Nowadays people use social media to keep in touch with others and be aware of the news. Do the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

Last Wednesday you flew from London to Vancouver. When you arrived home, you discovered that you had left your hand luggage on the plane.

TASK 2

All criminals should have access to education and rehabilitation programs while in prison. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You have seen an advertisement for a community college that needs teachers for night classes.

TASK 2

Some people think that dangerous extreme sports such as rock climbing and sky-diving should be banned. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this view?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

A restaurant has placed an advertisement for waiters and waitresses in your local newspaper.

TASK 2

In many countries, an increase in crime has been blamed on violent images on television and in computer and video games. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it.

TASK 2

Differences between countries become less evident each year. Nowadays, all over the world people share the same fashions, advertising, brands, eating habits and TV channels. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You play a team sport with some friends. Last week a member of the team had an accident and wasn’t able to play with you at the weekend. You decide to write to him in hospital, telling him about the match.

TASK 2

Some people believe that governments should ban dangerous sports. Others claim that they should have freedom to choose their favourite activities. Discuss both views and present your opinion.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are going to another country to study. You would like to do a part-time job while you are studying, so you want to ask a friend who lives there for some help.

TASK 2

In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are studying a short course in another country. Your accommodation was arranged by the course provider. There is a major problem with the accommodation.

TASK 2

Only formal examinations, written or practical, can give a clear picture of students’ true knowledge and ability at university level. Continuous assessment like course work and projects are poor measures of student ability. To what extent do you agree or disagree.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

A friend of yours has recently written to you asking for advice about a problem at work. You have had a similar problem at your workplace in the past.

TASK 2

In many countries, schools have severe problems with student behaviour. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

Some construction work is being done on the street where you live for the last couple of days. The noise from the work is loud and it disturbs you.

TASK 2

Many people say that the only way to guarantee a good job is to complete a course of university education. Others claim that it is better to start work after school and gain experience in the world of work. Discuss both views and give your own opinion

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

The system used for rubbish/garbage collection in your local area is not working properly. This is causing problems for you and your neighbours.

TASK 2

Many people prefer to watch foreign films rather than locally produced films. Why could this be? Should governments give more financial support to local film industries?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved.

TASK 2

In most developed countries shopping is not only about buying the goods you need, it is also perceived as entertainment. Is it a positive or negative development?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

There have been several complaints about the reception area where visitors to your company arrive. Your manager has asked you to suggest how the reception area could be improved.

TASK 2

Some people think that it is important to use leisure time for activities that improve the mind, such as reading and doing word puzzles. Other people feel that it is important to rest the mind during leisure time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You are not happy about a service you received a couple of days ago from a company and you have decided to complain about it.

TASK 2

With deforestation, urban development and illegal hunting, many animal species are becoming endangered and some are even facing extinction.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You have a friend who has always liked the car you currently drive. Now you have decided to sell the car. You think your friend might be interested in buying it.

TASK 2

Do you think it is important to protect animals? What can be done to deal with this problem?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.

TASK 2

Many people think it is very important to protect the environment but they make no effort to do it themselves. Why do you think this is the case? What actions should individuals take to protect the environment?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You have seen an advertisement for a community college that needs teachers for night classes.

TASK 2

Explain some of the ways in which humans are damaging the environment. What can governments do to address these problems? What can individual people do?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You have seen an advertisement in an Australian magazine for someone to live with a family for six months and look after their six-year-old child.

TASK 2

Children are influenced by their friend’s opinions. In what ways are children affected by their friends? How can parents make sure this influence is positive?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You normally go shopping in the area where you live. However, you think some of the facilities for shoppers could be improved there.

TASK 2

Parents often buy their children many toys. What are the advantages and disadvantages of children having a large number of toys?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You paid a refundable deposit when you rented an apartment a year ago. You left the apartment last month in good condition but the landlord won’t return your deposit.

TASK 2

Young people spend less of their free time with their family nowadays. What are the reasons for this? Are there more negative or positive sides.

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You recently did a short cookery course. The cookery school has asked for your feedback on this course.

TASK 2

All people should be vegetarian. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

QUESTIONS:

TASK 1 (Letter)

You recently went to a concert and thought one of the singers was very good. You want to tell how you feel.

TASK 2

Some people claim that genetically modified (GM) food can be dangerous while others feel that it may bring enormous benefits to the world. Discuss both views and give your opinion.