This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Test Prep > Ielts > Ielts Writing – Quiz 21 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Ielts Writing Quiz 21 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. This is a sample question for argumentative essays in IELTS Writing Task 2. "In education and employment, some people work harder than others. Why do some people work harder? Is it always a good thing to work hard?" A) True. B) False. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) False. 2. Which criterion focuses on the logical progression of ideas in IELTS Writing Task 2? A) Task achievement. B) Coherence and cohesion. C) Vocabulary. D) Grammar. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Coherence and cohesion. 3. Foreign language study offers numerous advantages to students ..... , research has shown that bilingual individuals have improved memory, creativity, and flexibility in their thinking. A) AS A RESULT. B) FOR INSTANCE. C) HOWEVER. D) OVERALL. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) FOR INSTANCE. 4. How much time should be spent on Task 2? A) 20 minutes. B) 30 minutes. C) 40 minutes. D) 60 minutes. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) 40 minutes. 5. It is noticeable that average weekly expenditure by households in the North East (27%) was ..... than the national average (53%). A) More. B) Much more. C) Fewer. D) Less. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Less. 6. In 2015 household spending had ..... A) A dip. B) Dip. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A dip. 7. Identify the structure for this prompt:Scientific developments in farming always bring major benefits.To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement? A) Pros & Cons. B) Discussion Essay. C) Problem/SolutionCauses/Solutions. D) Double-Question Essay. E) Opinion Essay. Show Answer Correct Answer: E) Opinion Essay. 8. What is the minimum word limit for Task 1? A) 150 words. B) 250 words. C) 350 words. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 150 words. 9. What is the main topic of this question?"Some people think that it is more effective for students to study in groups, while others believe that it is better for them to study alone. Discuss both views and give your own opinion." A) Discuss different ways of study. B) Advatages of studying in groups and study alone. C) Controversy about studying styles. D) Compare studying environments. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Discuss different ways of study. 10. Which one is NOT one of the grading criterion? A) Task Response. B) Grammatical Range and Accuracy. C) Punctuation Accuracy. D) Lexical Resource. E) Coherence and Cohesion. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Punctuation Accuracy. 11. The average spending on healthcare was 6%, ..... as much as that in Malaysia with only 3%. A) Only a half. B) 3%. C) Twice. D) A third. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Twice. 12. Which word(s) are suitable for writing task 2? A) Absolutely adore. B) Awesome dude. C) In addition to this. D) I can't stand. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) In addition to this. 13. Which of the following is a good way to contrast two opposing ideas? A) "Also, ". B) "However, ". C) "In addition, ". D) "Similarly, ". Show Answer Correct Answer: B) "However, ". 14. If you have a diagram question, you ..... to write an overview A) Need. B) Do not need. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Need. 15. Choose the best description for this percentage:77% A) Over a third. B) About three quarters. C) A little. D) Less than a third. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) About three quarters. 16. Which verb form is appropriate for describing ongoing changes in a map? A) Is changing. B) Will be changing. C) Has changed. D) Changed. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Is changing. 17. Which of the following is a type of visual data that you might describe in Academic IELTS Writing Task 1? A) Literature review. B) Newspaper article. C) Personal letter. D) Bar chart. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Bar chart. 18. ONE OF THESE WORDS IS BOTH A COUNTABLE/ UNCOUNTABLE NOUN, PICK ONE: A) HEALTH. B) FURNITURE. C) SPENDING. D) IMAGINATION. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) IMAGINATION. 19. Levels of unemployment ..... rapidly. A) Declined. B) A decline. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Declined. 20. Describe the similarities and differences in the data shown in the graphs. A) The graphs show different colors. B) The data in the graphs is completely unrelated. C) The answer will vary based on the specific graphs provided. D) The graphs are identical. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The answer will vary based on the specific graphs provided. 21. What are some common mistakes to avoid in the IELTS writing exam? A) Using formal language. B) Some common mistakes to avoid in the IELTS writing exam include using informal language, not fully addressing the task, and not organizing ideas effectively. C) Organizing ideas effectively. D) Fully addressing the task. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Some common mistakes to avoid in the IELTS writing exam include using informal language, not fully addressing the task, and not organizing ideas effectively. 22. Which expression is most appropriate for map descriptions? A) Noticeable changes occurred in the commercial district. B) A breathtaking transformation could be seen. C) The most outstanding impact is people liked the new design. D) The town looked a lot nicer than ever. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Noticeable changes occurred in the commercial district. 23. Format might be inappropriate. A) Band 4. B) Band 5. C) Band 6. D) Band 7. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Band 4. 24. Is there a word limit for IELTS Writing Task 1 and 2? A) No, though it is recommended to not go too far over the minimum amounts. B) Yes, not more than 200 words for task 1 and not more than 300 for task 2. C) Yes, not more than 200 words for task 1 and not more than 300 for task 2. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) No, though it is recommended to not go too far over the minimum amounts. 25. The table shows the number (a) students enrolled at the school between 1960 and 1990. A) A. of. B) From. C) For. D) In. E) To. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) A. of. 26. How many words should you write at least? A) 150. B) 200. C) 250. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) 150. 27. It is a MUST to describe every single step A) TRUE. B) FALSE. C) NOT GIVEN. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) TRUE. 28. He neither enjoys reading ..... watching movies, so he spends his free time playing video games. A) And. B) Nor. C) Or. D) So. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Nor. 29. Which action would LOWER a Task Achievement score? A) Grouping data logically. B) Writing an overview. C) Using comparative language. D) Listing figures without highlighting trends. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Listing figures without highlighting trends. 30. What is the word count requirement for Task 2 in the IELTS writing exam? A) The word count requirement for Task 2 in the IELTS writing exam is at least 250 words. B) The word count requirement for Task 2 in the IELTS writing exam is 300 words. C) The word count requirement for Task 2 in the IELTS writing exam is 200 words. D) The word count requirement for Task 2 in the IELTS writing exam is 150 words. 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