This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Test Prep > Ielts > Ielts Writing – Quiz 17 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Ielts Writing Quiz 17 (60 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. How much time do we have for the Writing Test? A) Not enough hiuhiuhiu. B) 75 minutes. C) 45 minutes. D) 40 minutes. E) 60 minutes. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) 60 minutes. 2. When contestant writes "don't" instead of "do not", what mistake are they making? A) USING ABBREVIATIONS. B) USING CONTRACTIONS. C) BOTH. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) USING CONTRACTIONS. 3. Which of the following is a negative indicator of 'Coherence and Cohesion'? A) Using linking words like 'However' or 'Furthermore'. B) Repeating some key words or phrases. C) Using a lot of linking words and they become distracting. D) Referencing back to previous ideas using pronouns. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Using a lot of linking words and they become distracting. 4. "sudden" is unexpected change A) Yes. B) No. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Yes. 5. Some ideas are irrelevant in Task 2. A) Band 4. B) Band 5. C) Band 6. D) Band 7. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Band 5. 6. What should your thesis statement do? A) Introduce the topic. B) Answer the essay question. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Answer the essay question. 7. "remarkable" is very extensive change A) Yes. B) No. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) No. 8. What should your paraphrase consist of? A) Copy the words directly from the question. B) Copy some of the words from the question, but change a few main nouns and verbs. C) Whatever I like. D) I should change all the words. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Copy some of the words from the question, but change a few main nouns and verbs. 9. Which type of essay is this? "One problem faced by almost every large city is traffic congestion.What do you think the causes are? What solutions can you suggest?" A) Agree/Disagree. B) Advantages/Disadvanatges. C) None of the suggested. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) None of the suggested. 10. How many sentences should you have in each paragraph for details? A) 2. B) 3. C) 6. D) 4. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 3. 11. Which of the following is NOT one of the four assessment criteria for IELTS Writing? A) Task Achievement / Response. B) Coherence and Cohesion. C) Lexical Resource. D) Fluency and Complexity. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Fluency and Complexity. 12. Is it important to use cohesive devices (for example:however, moreover, furthermore, therefore, etc.) to connect sentences and paragraphs in Task 2? A) YES. B) NO. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) YES. 13. I might be wrong but = A) I may be wrong but. B) I must be wrong but. C) I should be wrong but. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) I may be wrong but. 14. Articles:People who cause their own illnesses through ..... unhealthy lifestyles and ..... poor diets should have to pay more for health care. A) The / . B) A / . C) / . D) The/the. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) / . 15. What type of essay is this?"In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people believe that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level.Discuss both these views and give your own opinion." A) Cause and Effect. B) Problem and Solution. C) Discussion. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Discussion. 16. Which of the following is not type of chart in Task 1? A) Map. B) Pie chart. C) Bubble chart. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Bubble chart. 17. He studied hard, ..... he passed the exam with flying colors. A) But. B) Because. C) So. D) Or. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) So. 18. What expression can be used to indicate a stable or unchanging trend in the graph? A) Experiencing fluctuations. B) Remaining constant. C) Showing a remarkable growth. D) Undergoing a sharp decline. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Remaining constant. 19. He finally agreed, albeit reluctantly, to help us. What does 'albeit' mean? A) As a result. B) Because of that. C) Although. D) Accordingly. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Although. 20. The introductory paragraph is very similar to the chart/table/graph description. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 21. The line graph ..... the change in population of three major Australian cities from 1992 to 2016 A) Present. B) Compare. C) Describe. D) Shows. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Shows. 22. How many paraphraphs are there in an Ielts Writing Task 1? A) 3. B) 4. C) 2. D) 1. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 4. 23. ..... a survey of the number of participatns in eight sports and the amount of time spent on each sport per month. A) The presented tables shows the results of. B) The presented table show the results of. C) The present table show the results of. D) The presented table shows the results of. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The presented table shows the results of. 24. Synonym for cleared A) Removed. B) Converted into. C) Built. D) Extended. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Removed. 25. Dangerous sports ..... have high risks of injuries are still favored by many people. A) Which. B) What. C) Whose. D) Whichever. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Which. 26. How are task 1 and task 2 graded A) Half and half. B) Task 1:one-thirdTask 2:two-third. C) Task 1:two-thirdTask 2:one-third. D) Task 1:one-fourthTask 2:three-fourth. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Task 1:one-thirdTask 2:two-third. 27. Explain the significance of the trends depicted in the two graphs. A) The trends have no significance. B) The graphs are unrelated. C) The data is inaccurate. D) Analyzing the trends helps in identifying relationships, making predictions, and understanding the impact of various factors on the data. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Analyzing the trends helps in identifying relationships, making predictions, and understanding the impact of various factors on the data. 28. Which word best describes a trend that shows a sharp decline? A) Surge. B) Plummet. C) Plateau. D) Fall. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Plummet. 29. In the IELTS Writing Task 1, you are asked to: A) Describe a bar, a graph, a map or a process. B) Write an essay. C) Write a letter. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Describe a bar, a graph, a map or a process. 30. How many minutes should you take to complete IELTS Writing Task 1? A) 40. B) 20. C) 10. D) 30. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 20. 31. When you want to compare data in task 1, which figures should be looked at first? A) Highest-Lowest-Second lowest-Third lowest, etc. B) Highest-Lowest-Second highest-Third highest, etc. C) Lowest-Second lowest-Highest-Second highest. D) Highest-Second highest-Third highest, etc, Lowest. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Highest-Lowest-Second highest-Third highest, etc. 32. What is the most ideal way to divide the information between 2 body paragraphs regarding Linear Process? A) Divide total number of steps by half. B) Divide by structure/ function(s) of the object. C) Divide by phases. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Divide total number of steps by half. 33. How should you organize the BODY paragraphs? A) Write the details in random order. B) Only describe the biggest numbers. C) Group similar ideas and compare them. D) List every detail without comparing. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Group similar ideas and compare them. 34. What is the best paraphrase of "unpaid community service"Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high school programmes. To what extent do you agree or disagree? A) Unsalaried social service. B) Involuntary community service. C) Social benefits without money. D) Free local work. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Unsalaried social service. 35. It is necessary to use ..... expressions when describing a process A) Sequencing. B) Direction. C) Order. D) Trend. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Sequencing. 36. The proportions of girls and boys who studied languages were ..... at about 60%. A) Similar. B) The same. C) Equal. D) All of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) All of the above. 37. According to Mr. Simon, what are the 4 types of writing in Writing task 2? A) Opinion, Two-part Question, Advantages and Disadvantages, Problem and Solution. B) Discussion, Advantages and Disadvantages, Opinion, Two-part Question,. C) Discussion, Opinion, Two-part Question, Problem-Solution and Effect. D) Discussion, Opinion, Problem and Solution, Two-part question. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Discussion, Opinion, Problem and Solution, Two-part question. 38. Which structure best fits this question?To what extent do you agree or disagree? A) One-sided or balanced opinion with justification. B) Cause $\rightarrow$ Effect. C) Problem $\rightarrow$ Solution $\rightarrow$ Opinion. D) Advantages $\rightarrow$ Disadvantages $\rightarrow$ Conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) One-sided or balanced opinion with justification. 39. What is the minimum word count for Describing a Map in IELTS Writing Task 1? A) 100 words. B) 200 words. C) 150 words. D) 250 words. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 150 words. 40. How many types of questions are there in IELTS writing task 1? A) 4. B) 6. C) 7. D) 5. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 7. 41. Which of these words describes a small decrease? A) Slight drop. B) Dramatic decline. C) Peak. D) Soar. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Slight drop. 42. Which of the following would likely lower your score? A) Using idioms like "every cloud has a silver lining" frequently. B) Using clear and precise academic language. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Using idioms like "every cloud has a silver lining" frequently. 43. In IELTS Writing Task 2, what is the purpose of a discussion essay? A) To present only one viewpoint on a given topic. B) To provide a balanced analysis of two contrasting viewpoints and present your own opinion. C) To summarize the main arguments on a topic without expressing personal views. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To provide a balanced analysis of two contrasting viewpoints and present your own opinion. 44. What is the recommended amount of time you should spend on Writing Task 2? A) 30 minutes. B) 40 minutes. C) 20 minutes. D) 50 minutes. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 40 minutes. 45. What is the type of this essay? "Some people think that public health is a the respomsiblities of the government while others think that people should be responsibe for their own health. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. A) Problem-Solution. B) Discussion. C) Opinion. D) Disadvantage-Advantage. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Discussion. 46. In IELTS Writing task 2, How much time should you spend on this task? A) 20 minutes. B) 30 minutes. C) 40 minutes. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 40 minutes. 47. Which word best describes a trend that shows a steady increase? A) Decrease. B) Fluctuate. C) Rise. D) Plateau. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Rise. 48. The rules apply to everyone, irrespective of how long they have been with the company. A) The rules apply to everyone, except anyone who has worked for the company for a long time. B) The rules apply to anyone who is responsible for the company. C) The rules apply to anyone who is respectful of the company. D) The rules apply to everyone, regardless of how long they have been with the company. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The rules apply to everyone, regardless of how long they have been with the company. 49. Don't be inappropriate. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) True. 50. We should provide scientific facts/ results/ researches rather than your own personal experience/ example in the IELTS Writing. A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FALSE. 51. Overview included. A) Band 4. B) Band 5. C) Band 6. D) Band 7. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Band 6. 52. How many main ideas should typically be presented in each body paragraph? A) 4. B) 3. C) 2. D) 1. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) 1. 53. How long should you spend in Writing Task 2? A) 60 minutes. B) 45 minutes. C) 40 minutes. D) 50 minutes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 40 minutes. 54. Discuss the differences in the data depicted in the graphs and their significance. A) Comparing font styles and colors in the graphs. B) Analyzing variables, scales, patterns, trends, outliers, and relationships in the graphs will reveal the differences in the data and their significance. C) Identifying the paper quality used for printing the graphs. D) Examining the weather conditions during the data collection. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Analyzing variables, scales, patterns, trends, outliers, and relationships in the graphs will reveal the differences in the data and their significance. 55. "noticeable" is average change A) Yes. B) No. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Yes. 56. What happens to your band score if you only use simple sentences? A) You can't score higher than band 4.5. B) It will be high. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) You can't score higher than band 4.5. 57. There are 3 tasks in the Writing section. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 58. The general structure of IELTS Writing Task 1 includes an introduction, an overview, and one body paragraph. A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 59. Rose wanted to go to the concert, ..... she couldn't get tickets due to the high demand. A) And. B) But. C) Or. D) Because. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) But. 60. Is spelling important for the IELTS writing exam? A) Spelling is regularly part of the grading process for Academic writing exams. B) Spelling does not affect grading on the IELTS. C) Spelling is not particularly important for Academic tasks. D) None of the above. 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