Writing Task-2 Question Pattern

Question
Do you agree or disagree
To what extent do you agree
Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages
Discuss both views and give your opinion
What are the advantages & disadvantages
What are the Causes and how it effect
What are the problems and how to resolve

Introduction

Do you agree or disagree

Discuss both views and give your opinion

What are the advantages and disadvantages

What are the problems and how to resolve

What are the Causes and how it effect

Conclusion

If you support the topic

If you oppose the topic

Writing Task-2 Question Pattern
Type Opinion Required
Argumentative Yes
Argumentative Yes
Argumentative Yes
Non-argumentative Yes
Non-argumentative No
Non-argumentative No
Non-argumentative No

Whether [.............TOPIC............] sparks a heated debate.

There are many rational minds on both sides of this bitter
controversy and there are robust arguments supporting and
opposing it. However, I believe, all the conceivable pieces of
evidence compel me to go in favour of/ against the
statement.

Due to the emergence of modern age, many ideas have

become obsolete and many others have faced fierce debate
and controversy. One such topic which is discussed among
educated people is [.............TOPIC............]. I will outline
both sides before drawing a conclusion

It is beyond any doubt that [.............TOPIC............] and like

like every other elements of our modern lifestyle it has both
pros and cons. However, we need to discuss this from a
range of perspectives and consider our collective
experiences to find the equilibrium.

[.............TOPIC............] and undeniably this is a problem

that need to be resolved. However, solving such a problem
is not an easy task as there are quite a few reasons to deal
with. So, I want to explain why this is happening before
pinning down the plausiable solutions.
[.............TOPIC............] undeniably this considerably a
recent development that affecting our lives from both sides-
positive and negative. Many socio- economic forces coupled
with some other forces are creating such situation. But, to
fully understand, why this is happening and how severe the
effects are, we need to discuss it elaborately.

To conclude, although this issue has generated a great deal

of controversy but
after carefully weighing the aforementioned factors, it
becomes obvious that the
supporting ideas are fiercely logical and unyielding. Thus, I
strongly restate my
support for this issue.

To conclude, although this issue has generated a great deal

of controversy but
after carefully weighing the aforementioned factors, it
becomes obvious that the
opposing ideas are fiercely logical and unyielding. Thus, I
strongly restate my
contradictions to this issue
 Do you agree or disagree Advantages and Disa
Introduction Introduction
Sentence-1: Paraphrase the topic by restructuring and using synonyms Sentence-1:
Sentence-2: Thesis statement- Support or oppose Sentence-2:
Sentence-3: Outline Sentence (This essay will discuss.)
Body Para-1
Body Para-1 Sentence-1
Sentence-1 General Statement of ideas on my agreement Sentence-2
Sentence-2 Supporting/ explaining the general statement Sentence-3
Sentence-3 Giving example/ personal experience Sentence-4
Sentence-4 Relating to topic
Body Para-2
Body Para-2 Sentence-1
Sentence-1 General Statement of ideas on my agreement Sentence-2
Sentence-2 Supporting/ explaining the general statement why/ how Sentence-3
Sentence-3 Giving example/ personal experience Sentence-4
Sentence-4 Relating to topic
Conclusion
Conclusion Sentence-1
Sentence-1 Summarise what has written Sentence-2
Sentence-2 Restate your agreement/ disagreement
Computers are being used more and mo
Discuss the advantages and disadvantage

Some people believe that unpaid community service should be a compulsory part
of high school programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the
neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children).

To what extent do you agree or disagree?

It is argued that technology is playing an

universities. This essay will firstly, discuss
advantages of this and secondly, outline
it is argued that volunteering should be made part of the school curriculum. This as one of the main disadvantages.
essay agrees with that suggestion completely because of the benefits it brings to
pupils. The essay will first look at how voluntary work can help students develop One of the principle advantages of an inc
soft skills and then discuss how these extracurricular activities are valued by education is the autonomy it provides stu
universities and employers. focus on whatever topic or subject they w
internet. A prime example of this is the a
Education should not be limited to strictly academic pursuits and those in available to students, covering a myriad o
education should also develop life skills, such as teamwork, empathy and self- unavailable to most learners. This has res
discipline, and one of the best ways to hone these aptitudes is through level degrees than ever before, at a pace
community service. Serving those less fortunate than ourselves teaches us many
lessons including how to work with people from other backgrounds and the value The main disadvantage associated with i
of hard work. For example, I personally volunteered to spend 6 weeks in Africa is the decrease in face to face interaction
teaching disadvantaged children and this led to a much higher work ethic when I more time looking at computer screens b
returned to my studies. other. For instance, the recent explosion
expense of genuine human interaction. T
Many colleges and companies are also increasingly looking for this type of
universities and employers. focus on whatever topic or subject they w
internet. A prime example of this is the a
Education should not be limited to strictly academic pursuits and those in available to students, covering a myriad o
education should also develop life skills, such as teamwork, empathy and self- unavailable to most learners. This has res
discipline, and one of the best ways to hone these aptitudes is through level degrees than ever before, at a pace
community service. Serving those less fortunate than ourselves teaches us many
lessons including how to work with people from other backgrounds and the value The main disadvantage associated with i
of hard work. For example, I personally volunteered to spend 6 weeks in Africa is the decrease in face to face interaction
teaching disadvantaged children and this led to a much higher work ethic when I more time looking at computer screens b
returned to my studies. other. For instance, the recent explosion
expense of genuine human interaction. T
Many colleges and companies are also increasingly looking for this type of communication and empathy, being affe
experience. Most school leavers have the same grades and charitable works can
help set you apart from the herd. For example, Cambridge and Oxford receive In conclusion, the benefits technology br
thousands of applications from straight-A students every year and can only accept autonomy, must be weighed against the
a small percentage of applicants. What you have done outside the classroom is human interaction. Overall, the educatio
often the thing that differentiates you from everyone else and gets you that because human beings will always want
coveted spot. solely use IT for education.
In conclusion, teenagers should be made to partake in unpaid work as part of
their schooling because it will help them learn things they wouldnt ordinarily
learn from their teachers and it will also boost their chances of getting into third
level education.
Problem and So
Introduction
Sentence-1:
Discuss Both Views Question (Discussion Essay) Sentence-2:
Introduction
Sentence-1: Paraphrase the topic by restructuring and using synonyms Body Para-1
Sentence-2: Thesis statement- Support or oppose Sentence-1
Sentence-3: Outline Sentence (This essay will discuss.) Sentence-2
Sentence-3
Body Para-1 Sentence-4
Sentence-1 State first viewpoint
Sentence-2 Discuss first viewpoint Body Para-2
Sentence-3 Reason why you agree or disagree with viewpoint Sentence-1
Sentence-4 Example to support your view Sentence-2
Sentence-3
Body Para-2
Sentence-1 State second viewpoint Conclusion
Sentence-2 Discuss second viewpoint Sentence-1
Sentence-3 Reason why you agree or disagree with viewpoint Sentence-2
Sentence-4 Example to support your view
Students are becoming more and more r
Conclusion What are some of the problems associat
Sentence-1 Summary are some of the possible solutions?
Sentence-2 State which one is better or more important

Learners are becoming ever more depen

Computers are being used more and more in education. Some people say that and mobile devices. This essay will discu
this is a positive trend, while others argue that it is leading to negative with dependence on computers and sug
consequences.
The principal problem with over-reliance
Discuss both sides of this argument and then give your own opinion. computers, is plagiarism. Students often
and simply copy the text from a website,
This practice is not only prohibited in sch
students intellectual development. For e
students copy web pages straight from W
giving a reasoned answer to their questio

A solution to this worrying problem is as

teachers and teachers using anti-plagiari
 The principal problem with over-reliance
computers, is plagiarism. Students often
and simply copy the text from a website,
This practice is not only prohibited in sch
There is an ever increasing use of technology, such as tablets and laptops, in the students intellectual development. For e
classroom. It is often argued that this is a positive development, whilst others students copy web pages straight from W
disagree and think it will lead to adverse ramifications. This essay agrees that an giving a reasoned answer to their questio
increase in technology is beneficial to students and teachers. This essay will
discuss both points of view. A solution to this worrying problem is as
teachers and teachers using anti-plagiari
It is clear that the Internet has provided students with access to more information Moreover, students would be made awa
than ever before. Moreover, learners have the ability to research and learn about them to answer questions using their ow
any subject at the touch of a button. It is therefore agreed that technology is a instance, many universities already use t
very worthwhile tool for education. Wikipedia is a prime example, where plagiarism and it could be extended to in
students can simply type in any keyword and gain access to in-depth knowledge secondary and tertiary education.
quickly and easily.
In summary, one of the main problems w
However, many disagree and feel that technology deprives people of real human is plagiarism and this can be solved throu
interaction. Human interaction teaches people valuable skills such as discourse, software. It is predicted that more and m
debate and empathy. Despite this, human interaction is still possible through the their teacher and this work will be scruti
internet and this essay disagrees technology should be dismissed for this reason.
For instance, Skype and Facebook make it possible for people to interact in ways
that were never before possible.

While the benefits of technology, particularly the internet, allow students to tap
into limitless sources of information, some still feel that people should be wary of
this new phenomena and not allow it to curb face to face interaction. However, as
long as we are careful to keep in mind the importance of human interaction in
education, the educational benefits are clearly positive.

Notes Use combination of Simple, Compound and Complex sentence structure

Use appropriate synonyms and avoid repeatation
Use appropriate linking words
Write 260-280 words
Keep 5 minutes for revision
 Advantages and Disadvantages Questions
Paraphrase the topic by restructuring and using synonyms
Outline Sentence (This essay will discuss.)
State One Advantage
Expand/Explain Advantage
Giving example/ personal experience
Result
State One Disadvantage
Supporting/ explaining the general statement why/ how
Giving example/ personal experience
Result
Summarise what has written
Opinion
uters are being used more and more in education.
s the advantages and disadvantages and give your own opinion.
gued that technology is playing an every increasing role in schools and
sities. This essay will firstly, discuss student freedom as one of the main
tages of this and secondly, outline decreasing levels of face to face contact
e of the main disadvantages.
f the principle advantages of an increase in the use electronic devices in
tion is the autonomy it provides students. Students have the freedom to
on whatever topic or subject they want and study it in depth through the
et. A prime example of this is the amount of online university courses
ble to students, covering a myriad of subjects, that up until recently were
ilable to most learners. This has resulted in more people studying third
degrees than ever before, at a pace and schedule that suits them.
ain disadvantage associated with increasing use of technology in education
decrease in face to face interaction between students. Students spend
time looking at computer screens by themselves than interacting with each
For instance, the recent explosion in smartphone use has been at the
se of genuine human interaction. This results in soft skills, such as verbal
Two-Part Questions
Introduction
Sentence-1:
Sentence-2:
Body Para-1
Sentence-1
Sentence-2
Sentence-3
Sentence-4
Body Para-2
Sentence-1
Sentence-2
Sentence-3
Sentence-4
Conclusion
Sentence-1
As most people spend a major part of their adult life at wo
an important element of individual wellbeing.
What factors contribute to job satisfaction?
How realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all wo
As the majority of adults spend most of their time at work,
your career is a crucial part of a persons health and happin
first discuss which elements lead to job satisfaction and it w
question of how likely it is that everyone can be happy with
The two most important things that lead to someone being
are being treated with respect by managers and being com
those more senior than you respect you as a person and th
then you feel like you are valued. A fair salary and benefits
considerations because if you feel you are being underpaid
resent your bosses or look for another job. There two facto
recent job satisfaction survey conducted by Monster.com, t
of people were pleased with their current role if their supe
them they were appreciated.
With regards to the question of happiness for all workers, I
always will be highly unlikely. The vast majority of people f
goals and end up working in a post they dont really care a
salary. This money is just enough to pay their living expens
means they are trapped in a cycle of disenchantment. For e
recently reported that 89% of office workers would leave th
not need the money.
 on whatever topic or subject they want and study it in depth through the
et. A prime example of this is the amount of online university courses
ble to students, covering a myriad of subjects, that up until recently were
ilable to most learners. This has resulted in more people studying third
degrees than ever before, at a pace and schedule that suits them.
ain disadvantage associated with increasing use of technology in education
decrease in face to face interaction between students. Students spend
time looking at computer screens by themselves than interacting with each
For instance, the recent explosion in smartphone use has been at the
se of genuine human interaction. This results in soft skills, such as verbal
unication and empathy, being affected.
clusion, the benefits technology brings to education, such as student
omy, must be weighed against the drawbacks, such as negative effects on
n interaction. Overall, the educational benefits outweigh the disadvantages
se human beings will always want human contact and most people will not
use IT for education.
recent job satisfaction survey conducted by Monster.com, t
of people were pleased with their current role if their supe
them they were appreciated.
With regards to the question of happiness for all workers, I
always will be highly unlikely. The vast majority of people f
goals and end up working in a post they dont really care a
salary. This money is just enough to pay their living expens
means they are trapped in a cycle of disenchantment. For e
recently reported that 89% of office workers would leave th
not need the money.
In conclusion, being satisfied with your trade or profession
of ones well-being and respect from ones colleagues and
your level of happiness, however, job satisfaction of all wor
prospect.

Problem and Solution Questions

Paraphrase the topic by restructuring and using synonyms

Outline Sentence (This essay will discuss.)

State Problem
Explain problem Judge yourself
1. Do you use different grammatical structures? (You shoul
Result of the ones I have mentioned)
Example 2. Can you see why you have used any of the more comple
3. How long is your average sentence? (around 15 words is
suggest)
4. Do your paragraphs combine longer and shorter sentenc
State Solution more complex sentences?
5. Do you use and and but?
Explain Solution
Example

Summary
Recommendation or Prediction

nts are becoming more and more reliant on computers.

are some of the problems associated with reliance on computers, and what
me of the possible solutions?

ers are becoming ever more dependent on technology, such as the Internet
obile devices. This essay will discuss one of the main problems associated
ependence on computers and suggest a viable solution.

incipal problem with over-reliance on technology, such as tablets and

uters, is plagiarism. Students often use search engines to answer a question
mply copy the text from a website, rather than thinking about the question.
ractice is not only prohibited in schools and universities but also stunts a
nts intellectual development. For example, many teachers complain that
nts copy web pages straight from Wikipedia word for word rather than
a reasoned answer to their questions.

tion to this worrying problem is asking students to email their answers to

ers and teachers using anti-plagiarism software to detect copying.
 incipal problem with over-reliance on technology, such as tablets and
uters, is plagiarism. Students often use search engines to answer a question
mply copy the text from a website, rather than thinking about the question.
ractice is not only prohibited in schools and universities but also stunts a
nts intellectual development. For example, many teachers complain that
nts copy web pages straight from Wikipedia word for word rather than
a reasoned answer to their questions.

tion to this worrying problem is asking students to email their answers to

ers and teachers using anti-plagiarism software to detect copying.
over, students would be made aware of this practice and this would inspire
to answer questions using their own words, rather than someone elses. For
ce, many universities already use this kind software to scan course work for
rism and it could be extended to include all homework, by learners in both
dary and tertiary education.

mmary, one of the main problems with over-use of technology in education

iarism and this can be solved through the use of plagiarism detection
are. It is predicted that more and more students will email their work to
eacher and this work will be scrutinised for plagiarism.
 Two-Part Questions

Paraphrase the topic by restructuring and using synonyms

Outline Sentence (mention both questions.)

Answer first question directly

Explain why
Further explain
Example

Answer second question directly

Explain why
Further explain
Example

Summary

most people spend a major part of their adult life at work, job satisfaction is
mportant element of individual wellbeing.

at factors contribute to job satisfaction?

w realistic is the expectation of job satisfaction for all workers?

he majority of adults spend most of their time at work, being content with
r career is a crucial part of a persons health and happiness. This essay will
discuss which elements lead to job satisfaction and it will then address the
stion of how likely it is that everyone can be happy with their job.

two most important things that lead to someone being satisfied at work
being treated with respect by managers and being compensated fairly. If
se more senior than you respect you as a person and the job you are doing
n you feel like you are valued. A fair salary and benefits are also important
siderations because if you feel you are being underpaid you will either
ent your bosses or look for another job. There two factors came top of a
ent job satisfaction survey conducted by Monster.com, that found that 72%
eople were pleased with their current role if their superiors regularly told
m they were appreciated.

h regards to the question of happiness for all workers, I think this is and
ays will be highly unlikely. The vast majority of people fail to reach their
ls and end up working in a post they dont really care about in return for a
ry. This money is just enough to pay their living expenses which often
ans they are trapped in a cycle of disenchantment. For example, The Times
ently reported that 89% of office workers would leave their jobs if they did
need the money.
ent job satisfaction survey conducted by Monster.com, that found that 72%
eople were pleased with their current role if their superiors regularly told
m they were appreciated.

h regards to the question of happiness for all workers, I think this is and
ays will be highly unlikely. The vast majority of people fail to reach their
ls and end up working in a post they dont really care about in return for a
ry. This money is just enough to pay their living expenses which often
ans they are trapped in a cycle of disenchantment. For example, The Times
ently reported that 89% of office workers would leave their jobs if they did
need the money.

onclusion, being satisfied with your trade or profession is an important part

nes well-being and respect from ones colleagues and fair pay can improve
r level of happiness, however, job satisfaction of all workers is an unrealistic
spect.

ge yourself
o you use different grammatical structures? (You should have at least some
he ones I have mentioned)
an you see why you have used any of the more complex structures?
ow long is your average sentence? (around 15 words is about right I would
gest)
o your paragraphs combine longer and shorter sentences and simpler and
re complex sentences?
o you use and and but?