IELTS Writing Ideas

1. ‘Some people believe that they should keep all the money they have earned and should not pay tax to the state. Do you agree or disagree?

2. ‘What are the advantages and disadvantages of mobile phones?’

3. ‘ Today, the advances in science and technology have made great changes to people’s lives, but artists, such as musicians, painters and writers are still highly valued. What can arts tell us about life that science and technology cannot?’

4. ‘In many countries, the proportion of older people is steadily increasing. Does this trend have more positive or negative effects on the society?’

5. ‘Some people believe that air travel should be restricted because it causes serious pollution and uses up the world’s fuel resources. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

6. ‘More and more measures to improve the security in large urban areas have been introduced in many countries because of the increased crime. Do the benefits of these measures outweigh the drawbacks?’

7. ‘ In many countries more and more young people are leaving school but unable to find jobs. What problems do you think youth unemployment causes for individuals and the society? What measures should be taken to reduce the level of unemployment among youngsters?’

8. ‘ Some people think that teachers should be responsible for teaching students to judge what is right and wrong so that they can behave well. Others say that teachers should only teach students academic subjects. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

9. ‘One long-distance flight consumes fuel which a car uses in several years, but they cause the same amount of pollution. Some people think that for the sake of the environment we should discourage non-essential flights, such as tourist travel, rather than to limit the use of cars. To what extent do you agree?’

10. ‘ A century ago, when man landed on the moon, many people thought that it was the great step of mankind and a great contribution to man. However, space travel has made little difference on people’s lives. To what extent do you agree?’

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