Recent IELTS Task 2 Questions and Answers July 2023 Part 1

In this tutorial, we look at part 1 of the recent IELTS Writing Task 2 questions and answers as seen in the exam in July 2023.

We discuss:

Ten July 2023 IELTS Task 2 questions with sample answers.

Tools and frameworks to help you pass IELTS Task 2.

How to approach and structure IELTS Writing Task 2 questions.

How to stay focused and on topic in IELTS Writing Task 2.

Read the new Task 2 questions below:

Some people think the government should support artists like painters, musicians, and poets, while others believe this wastes money. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Earlier technology developments brought more benefits and changed the lives of ordinary people more than recent developments ever will. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Although countries with long average working hours are economically successful, this often has some negative social consequences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

*  These days more and more people are going to other countries for a significant period of time either to find a job or study. There are clearly many benefits to doing this, but people who live abroad can also face some difficulties. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of living and working in a foreign country. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Nowadays online shopping is extremely popular. Discuss the impact of it on the environment and on people who lost their jobs because of it.

In some countries the government promotes public transport as the primary means of transportation, and discourages private vehicle ownership. Do you think the advantages of this policy outweigh the disadvantages?

Nowadays, most children prefer to spend several hours playing with electronic devices over doing more traditional leisure activities. What problem does this cause? What do you think are possible solutions?

It is believed that secondary school children should study international news as one of their school subjects. Others think that this is a waste of valuable school time. Discuss both views and give your opinions.

Some people think it’s better to choose friends who always have the same opinions as them. Other people believe it’s good to have friends who sometimes disagree with them. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

Fast food is a part of life in many places. Some people think this has bad effects on lifestyle and diets. Do you agree or disagree?

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