IELTS Writing Tips

‪IELTS‬ Writing Tips : Use Pronouns to Link ideas and Avoid Repetition

As a writer, one of your main objectives is to make life as easy as possible for the reader. Obviously, in the IELTS exam, the reader will be the examiner. One way to present your ideas clearly is by using pronouns. Pronouns help the reader to follow your argument.
Pronouns also reduce repetition.

• Example: this, their, it, they, them
• As a result a growing number of people are now choosing to work from the comfort of their own home.

‎IELTS Task 1 answer :

• It is important to describe numbers and data in different ways to avoid repetition.
• You will be given credit for doing this, as it will show you have a wider range of vocabulary.
• Often in Task 1, you will need to write about percentages. It is important to be able to express these in different ways.
  For Example :
  Two-Thirds – 75%
  Half – 50%
  one quarter-25%

Writing Task-2 Tips :

Linking phrases are often used in conclusions to show that you have considered the question carefully and that you understand different points of view.
“To sum up, although it is true that exams can he stressful for children, I think that they are the best and the fairest way to accurately assess students’ progress.”

Important expressions for ‪‎IELTS‬ :

• Describing procedures : the next step, once you have done that, at this point
• Giving examples : such as, for instance, to give an example, to illustrate the point, by way of example, a case in point
• Discussing results : consequently, as a result
• Comparing : alike, in the same manner, similarly, not only … but also, in the same vein, of a similar nature, correspondingly, a related case, more or less, not in the least, to a lesser degree

How to overcome vocabulary problem of ‪ IELTS‬ :

• Practice Cambridge IELTS 1-9 Reading Tests
• As you work through these books, you will increase your vocabulary in the process.
• This will will help you read faster and understand texts more easily.
• Keep a notebook with you and add any useful new words, expressions or collocations to’ it, ideally with a bit of context so that you can see how the word or phrase is used.
• One very important focus is on developing your awareness of paraphrase – different ways of saying the same thing.
• This is because in the test, the questions will rarely use the same grammar and key words as occur in the text

IELTS Latest Speaking Questions 2015

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subjects did you study at school?
– What is your future dream job?
– Do you like reading?
– What is the perfect reading place for you?
– Do you like to read alone or with friends?

Cue Card

Talk about an interesting place that you have visited recently. Please say

– What and where is it?
– With whom did you go there?
– What did you like there?

Discussion

– Did you see tourists coming back to your town?
– Do you think you will come back? Why?
– Why do you think people visit the same place again and again?
– Is there a difference between your first visit to a place and your later visits there?
– Do you think it is important for tourists to respect and follow the culture of places they visit?

IELTS Exam dates 2015

IELTS has 48 fixed test dates everry year to ensure high levels of quality and security. IELTS Exam dates 2015 are listed below.

The Academic version of the test is available on all 48 dates. The General Training version of the test is available on 24 dates.

Your local test centre can offer IELTS tests on any of these days, although dates may vary in some centres, according to local demand.

IELTS Exam dates 2015

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IELTS Latest Questions 2015 ,18 Feb

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)
We were given a flow chart showing the process of making canned fish. We had to describe it.
Writing task 2 (an essay)
Some people think that children should have some classes outside their schools, visiting local companies or public enterprises for some real life experience. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

Speaking test

Interview
- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What subjects are you studying?
- Why did you choose those subjects?
- What will you do after finishing your studies?
- Let’s talk about advertisements.
- Do you watch advertisements on TV or the Internet?
- Do you enjoy watching advertisements showing up in the middle of a TV program?
- Do you like watching advertisements on the street?
- Let’s talk about colours.
- What is your favourite colour? Why?
- What other colours do you like?
Cue Card
Describe a person that you would like to be similar to. Please say
- Who is that person?
- What is he/she doing?
- Why would you like to be similar to him/her?
Discussion
- What is the difference between children in the past and nowadays?
- Do you think famous people should be good role models in your country?
- Do you think companies should use famous people in advertisements to attract children?

Reading test

Passage 1. About pine forests.
Passage 2. About different gestures and mimics.
Passage 3. About a theatre in England.

Latest IELTS Questions 2015 , 14 feb

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

You saw an advertisement requiring volunteers for an organisation that helps children. Write a letter and offer to volunteer part time. Include the following in your letter:
- Why are you applying for this position?
- What makes you suitable for it?
- When will you be available?

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Some people believe that computers help to make the world a better place. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give your opinion.

Speaking test

Interview
- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What subject did you study?
- Do you like to write emails?
- Do you prefer to receive a phone call or an email?
- What type of emails do you receive mostly?
- What type of email is hard to write for you? Why?

Cue Card
Talk about news that you saw on TV or the Internet recently. Please say
- When and where was it?
- What was the news?
- How did you feel after that?

Discussion

- What news would you like to see on TV?

LATEST IELTS QUESTIONS 5th Feb,2015

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What subject are you studying?
– What weather do you like the most? Why?
– Do you prefer any particular season?
– Would you like it to continue throughout the year or should the seasons keep changing?

Cue Card

Describe an occasion when you received a very good service from a company or a shop. Please say

- What company/shop was it?
– What was the product that you purchased?
– Describe the person that helped you there.

Discussion

- Do you think that customers should always receive good service?
– If you received a faulty product, would you prefer to repair or to replace it?
– What jobs do you know that deal with public?
– Do you think that they need a special training? Why?

Latest IELTS Questions 4th Feb,2015

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a letter)

Your friend and his/her family are moving to your hometown. Write a letter to him/her to provide information about the town and say
– What types of housing are available in your area.
– Give information about the schools in your town.
– How they can meet and get to know residents living in this area.

Writing Task 2 (an essay)

Nowadays in many countries people are following the latest fashion, hairstyles and so on. Why are they so influenced by fashion? Is it a positive or a negative development?

Speaking test

Interview

– What is your full name?
– Can I see your ID?
– Where are you from?
– Do you work or study?
– What are your duties there?
– Do you like your job?
– Do you like nature?
– What is the best way to learn about it? Why?

Cue Card

Describe a game that you play as a good practice for your health. Please say
– What game is it?
– Why did you start playing it?
– Do you enjoy playing it?
– Why is it good for your health?

Discussion

– What other activities do people do for their health?
– Why should people care about their health?
– Should employers take care of their employees’ health?
– What should they do about it?
– Should governments do something about public health?

Reading test

Passage 1. A description of a theater.
Questions: True/False/Not Given.
Passage 2. About fashion shops in Wellington.
Passage 3. About train driver recruitment and training process.
Passage 4. The history of clocks, from sundials and pendulum to modern clocks.

LATEST IELTS QUESTIONS 3RD FEB,2015

Writing test

Writing task 1 (a report)

We were given a diagram showing the process of canned fruit production. We had to describe all the stages on the diagram.

Writing task 2 (an essay)

Nowadays scientists and tourists can travel to remote natural environments such as the South Pole. What are the advantages and the disadvantages of this development?

Speaking test

Interview

- What is your full name?
- Can I see your ID?
- Where are you from?
- Do you work or study?
- What do you think about tourists in your city?
- How often do they come to your city?
- What would you recommend tourists to do in your city?
- Do you watch any TV programs?
- Do you like watching TV? Why?
- Did you watch TV when you were young?
- Do you think children today watch too much TV? Why?

Cue Card

Describe a friend who is also a good leader. Please say
- Who is he/she?
- When did you meet him/her?
- Describe his/her personality.
- Why do you think he/she is a good leader?

Discussion

- Who should be the leader in a family?
- In your culture, who is the leader in a family?
- Who should make a decision when there are some difficulties?
- Are there some decisions that can be made by women or men better?
- What is the personality of a good leader in a workplace?
- Do you agree that the leader in a workplace should make decisions for the employees?