Part 1 Writing

For Task 1 General practice questions, please click here
For Task 1 Academic practice questions, please click here
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Part 2 Writing

For Task 2  prompts and sample answers, please click here.
If you'd like some TIPS for the Part 2, please click here

ℹī¸ How to use the Writing Coach (Click to expand)
1. Set the Stage

Pick a prompt and click "Start 40:00 Timer" to simulate exam conditions.

2. Watch the Cues

The clock turns Orange at 15 mins and Red at 5 mins.

3. Hit the Target

Write until the bar turns Green (250+ words).

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Writing Coach Prompts

1. Agree / Disagree
  • Is a country's success measured by cultural achievements or economic growth?
  • Should parents limit children's technology use to improve social skills?
  • Do public celebrations strengthen community bonds?
2. Advantages & Disadvantages
  • The global increase in renewable energy use.
  • The rise of online education in recent years.
  • The impact of automation in the workplace.
3. Discussion (Opinion)
  • Space exploration funding vs. solving Earth's problems.
  • Does modern technology make life easier or more stressful?
  • Fast food: Harmful health risk or convenient solution?
4. Problem & Solution
  • Causes and solutions for urban traffic congestion.
  • Factors contributing to global water shortages.
  • Measures to reduce the threat of cybercrime.
💡 Hero Pro Tip: The 50/50 Rule (Click to expand)

In a Two-Part Question, the examiner is looking for a balanced answer. A common mistake is writing 80% of the essay on the first question and only 20% on the second.

To get a Band 7+, aim for the 50/50 Rule: dedicate one full body paragraph to answering the first question, and the second full body paragraph to the second. This ensures your Task Response score remains high by covering all parts of the prompt equally.

5. Two-Part Question
  • Urbanization brings progress but also challenges. What are the benefits? Do they outweigh the drawbacks?
  • Economic development vs. Social welfare. What are the benefits of growth? Should welfare come first?
  • Some people use social media to stay in touch. Is this positive? Why do people do this?
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Writing Band Expectations

Band Description
5.5 Attempts the task but ideas may be unclear or undeveloped. Frequent grammar and vocab errors. Limited cohesion and coherence.
6.0 Addresses the task but may lose focus. Paragraphing may be mechanical. Grammar and vocabulary are adequate, but errors are noticeable.
6.5 Presents a clear position with logical organization. Some awkward phrasing or grammar slips, but ideas are developed and linked.
7.0 Cohesive, well-structured writing with clear arguments. Good control of grammar and vocabulary. Occasional slips may occur but don't reduce clarity.
7.5 Well-developed response with varied sentence structures and vocabulary. Errors are rare and do not affect overall quality.
8.0 Fully addresses the task with well-developed ideas, clear progression, and minimal errors. Demonstrates flexibility and precision in language use.