Writing for

IELTS
NIUSHA SAFARPOUR
 01 Task Response – 25%

IELTS 02 Vocabulary – 25%

Writing
Criteria 03 Grammatical Accuracy – 25%

04 Coherence and Cohesion – 25%

 01 Task Response – 25%

IELTS 02 Vocabulary – 25%

Writing
Criteria 03 Grammatical Accuracy – 25%

04 Coherence and Cohesion – 25%

 01 Task Response – 25%

IELTS 02 Vocabulary – 25%

Writing
Criteria 03 Grammatical Accuracy – 25%

04 Coherence and Cohesion – 25%

Task
reponse
Task
reponse
01 Opinion Essays

02 Discussion Essays
Task 2:
03 Problem Solution Essays Essay
04 Advantages & Disadvantages Essays

05 Double Question Essays

 Opinion essay
Nowadays people are affected by social media and the internet. Is it a good
or a bad trend in your opinion? Explain it by giving your own example.

Introduction

Task goal First reason

Second reason
CHOOSE ONE SIDE OF
THE ARGUMENT.
Conclusion
 Discussion essay
Some people think that modern technology has enhanced sociable
behaviour, but others think it has reduced social interaction. Discuss
both views and give your opinion

Introduction
Task goal First view (losing view)
DEVELOP BOTH SIDES OF
Second view (winning view)
THE ARGUMENT AND
DISCUSS YOUR OPINION
Conclusion
 Problem essays
Historical monuments and museums are visited only by the tourists,
locals do not visit them. Why is this is happening? What are the
solutions to prevent this?

Introduction
Task goal Reason
CHOOSE A PROBLEM
Solutions
AND SOLUTIONS AND
DEVELOP THEM
THOROUGHLY Conclusion
Advantages and
disadvantages
More and more people are buying a wide range of household goods.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion.

Introduction
Task goal Advantages/ Disadvantages (losing side)
DISCUSS THE
Advantages/ Disadvantages (winning side)
ADVANTAGES AND
DISADVANTAGES AND
GIVE YOUR OPINION. Conclusion
Idea generation
Keep your ideas simple and your
01 language complex, Focus on low
hanging fruits

02 Check out the recent topics and

generate ideas for fun

03 Think about real-life stories, your own

experiences or ones you have heard.

03 Connect different topics.

 Connect concepts & capitalize on your
existing vocabulary

Computers, tech, Society, culture, language, Sport, health,

internet, social media family, education, jobs medicine, smoking

Space, astronomy, Environment, energy,

future, fuel, agriculture
 01 Task Response – 25%

IELTS 02 Vocabulary – 25%

Writing
Criteria 03 Grammatical Accuracy – 25%

04 Coherence and Cohesion – 25%

Coherence & Cohesion
 Coherence & Cohesion
STRUCTURE DEVELOP YOUR USE TRANSITION
YOUR TEXT IDEAS WELL WORDS
Cohesive device
Pronoun
Apposition
This, These, such,...
Conjunctive
Subordinating phrases
Relative pronouns
Writing Structure
01
INTRODUCTION

02
BODY

03
CONCLUSION
Writing Structure

Paraphrase the question

01
Outline what the essay covers
INTRODUCTION
Express your position
 Many/some people claim/opine/believe that...
There is no denying that...
It is a common consensus that...
It is universally accepted that.../ It is
widely/commonly believed that...
Introduction People are divided in their opinion regarding...
Paraphrase the
.... is one of the most important issues...
question
Whether .... or .... is a controversial issue...
It is generally believed, claimed, thought,
considered,...
 The following paragraphs discuss whether ...... or
...... and reach a reasonable conclusion.
The following essay outlines both sides of the
argument
I oppose the view based on reasons that will be
explained as follows.
Introduction I will support this view with arguments in the
Outline what the essay following paragraphs.
discusses I personally believe that...
I wholeheartedly believe that this trend should be
changed.
I support the notion that...
This essay makes the case for/ against
Writing Structure

Introduce idea

01 Explain

BODY Set an example

Conclude
 First...
First and foremost...

Body
To begin with...
It is worth considering...
Introduce an idea: Many support the view that...
First paragraph
On the one hand...
 Besides...
Likewise...
In addition...
Consequently...
What’s more...
Furthermore.../Moreover...,
Body Other people think that.../Other people believe
Introduce an idea: that...
Second paragraph
On the other hand...
Apart from that...
Finally.../ Eventually.../Subsequently...
Last but not least...
 Furthermore...
In addition...
On top of that...
Besides...
What is more...
Body Another point worth noting is...
Explain the idea: Another factor to consider is...
Add Not only .... but also...
Also...
 On the other hand,...
On the contrary,...
However,...
Nevertheless,.../ Nonetheles,s...
But...

Body Alternatively,...
Although.../Even though...
Explain the idea:
Contrast* Despite... / In spite of.../In spite of the fact that...
In contrast,...

*The reader assumes that the ideas that are introduced are
aligned. It is your responsibility as the writer to let them
know that a surprising idea is coming up.
 As a result...
Consequently.../As a consequence...
Thus...
So...

Body
Therefore,...
Hence...
Explain the idea: Thereby...
Results
Due to...
Because of...
 As a result...
As a result of...
Due to...
The underlying reason for...
... has led to/ ... has resulted in...

Body Consequently...
Therefore...
Explain the idea: Owing to...
Reason
...stems from/ is rooted in ...
In order to.../ To...
Provided that...
Given...
 As an example...
For instance,...
For example,...
In particular...

Body
,namely...
As far as .... is concerned...
Example To illustrate...
An example is...
...could be an ideal example here
The poster child of this phenomenon is...
 To sum up,...
In a nutshell,...
To conclude,...
In conclusion,
To put it simply,...

Conclusion To summarise,...
All in all,...
Conclusion
Taking everything into consideration,...
 From my point of view
From my perspective
In my opinion
I strongly believe

Conclusion
I am convinced that

Opinion
 the advantages greatly outweigh the
disadvantages
these benefits are outweighed by the drawbacks
One evident benefit is...

Conclusion One obvious disadvantage is...

Advantages and
disadvantages
Vocabulary
Writing Structure

Sum up your essay

01
Restate your view
CONCLUSION
Opinion essay INTRO
Nowadays people are affected by social media and the internet. Is it a good
or a bad trend in your opinion? Explain it by giving your own example.

Paraphrase the prompt

Having an online presence on social media platforms has a significant impact on
people's lives.

State the two sides of the arguement and YOUR VIEW

Even though there are some unfavourable results associated with some social
websites, people's lives have certainly improved since the advent of these tools.

State the essay outline

This essay will discuss how online social networks contribute to a more fulfilling life
experience by expanding people's horizons and connecting them to eachother.
Opinion essay BODY 1
State the first reason: Main idea, Main cause
To begin with, with the advances of technology and the internet, people
have gained access to an array of useful resources, which they can rely on
for gaining insight.
 Opinion essay BODY 1
State the first reason: Main idea, Main cause
To begin with, with the advances of technology and the internet, people
have gained access to an array of useful resources, which they can rely on
for gaining insight.
Elaboration: supporting idea, effect + Example
On the one hand, as a result of the continuous development of technology, a plethora of
content is created and shared, allowing everyone to find information on the topics they
are curious about as long as they have access to the internet. Such availability of
references has revolutionized our general knowledge level since we are no longer
limited by our physical location in our quest for a deeper understanding. For instance, if
someone needs to gain more insight into the inner workings of the mind, they can simply
log on to any search engine and have the latest findings of neuroscience at their fingertips.
 Opinion essay BODY 1
State the first reason: Main idea, Main cause
To begin with, with the advances of technology and the internet, people
have gained access to an array of useful resources, which they can rely on
for gaining insight.
Elaboration: supporting idea, effect + Example
On the one hand, as a result of the continuous development of technology, a plethora of
content is created and shared, allowing everyone to find information on the topics they
are curious about as long as they have access to the internet. Such availability of
references has revolutionized our general knowledge level since we are no longer
limited by our physical location in our quest for a deeper understanding. For instance, if
someone needs to gain more insight into the inner workings of the mind, they can simply
log on to any search engine and have the latest findings of neuroscience at their fingertips.
Conclusion
Owing to to the internet, we are now able to acquire information from different sources
regardless of where we live.
 Opinion essay BODY 2
State the first reason: Main idea, Main cause
What is more, with the advent of web-based communication applications it
is becoming easier for everyone to stay in touch with their loved ones, who
might live miles away.
 Opinion essay BODY 2
State the first reason: Main idea, Main cause
What is more, with the advent of web-based communication applications it
is becoming easier for everyone to stay in touch with their loved ones, who
might live miles away.
Elaboration: supporting idea, effect + Example
It is needless to say that social bonds are crucial to mental health. However, at times people
cannot have nurturing relationships in their immediate environment. In such cases, being able to
connect with others via the internet leads to less sense of isolation. For example, if one moves
away from their hometowns in search of a better career, they might not have a circle of friends
whom they can talk to. The messaging and video calling features that are made possible by the
internet allows such individuals to share their life with their families back home and hence
prevent loneliness.
 Opinion essay BODY 2
State the first reason: Main idea, Main cause
What is more, with the advent of web-based communication applications it
is becoming easier for everyone to stay in touch with their loved ones, who
might live miles away.
Elaboration: supporting idea, effect + Example
It is needless to say that social bonds are crucial to mental health. However, at times people
cannot have nurturing relationships in their immediate environment. In such cases, being able to
connect with others via the internet leads to less sense of isolation. For example, if one moves
away from their hometowns in search of a better career, they might not have a circle of friends
whom they can talk to. The messaging and video calling features that are made possible by the
internet allows such individuals to share their life with their families back home and hence
prevent loneliness.

Conclusion
Therefore, the internet can improve our emotional health by enabling us to communicate
with those we love.
 Opinion essay CONCLUSION
Nowadays people are affected by social media and the internet. Is it a good
or a bad trend in your opinion? Explain it by giving your own example.

General statement, paraphrase the prompt

All in all, the influence of cyberspace on the users' lives is undeniable. Yet its
consequences and whether they are positive or negative, are not as straightforward.
What this essay discussed: make sure it is aligned with the question
This essay elaborated on the favourable influence of the online environment on
everyone's lives, namely optimal information distribution and sustained human
connection.
Your opinion
From my point of view, despite being a double-edged sword, the internet has improved
individual's lives by allowing them to access better sources of information as well as talk to
other people.
Advantages & disadvantage BODY PARAGRAPHS
More and more people are buying a wide range of household goods.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion.
Outline the advantages
Equipping the house with several items could conceivably have benefits, namely simplifying
chores and enhancing life experience.
 Advantages & disadvantage BODY PARAGRAPHS
More and more people are buying a wide range of household goods.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion.
Outline the advantages
Equipping the house with several items could conceivably have benefits, namely simplifying
chores and enhancing life experience.
Describe each advantage+example
First, most gadgets help us automate some onerous tasks such as keeping the house clean.
Hence, by delegating tedious housework, people can navigate through their daily errands more
effortlessly. For example, my food processor has saved me so much time thus, making food
preparation more efficient. Second, the addition of aesthetically pleasing pieces of furniture to
our homes could lead to a more satisfying daily experience in our personal space and as a
result improve our emotional well-being. To illustrate, some of my friends have created a
relaxing ambience inside their home by installing different lights.
 Advantages & disadvantage BODY PARAGRAPHS
More and more people are buying a wide range of household goods.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages and give your opinion.
Outline the advantages
Purchasing several items to use inside the house has some merits, namely simplifying chores
and enhancing life experience.
Describe each advantage+example
First, most gadgets help us automate some onerous tasks such as keeping the house clean.
Hence, by delegating tedious housework, people can navigate through their daily errands more
effortlessly. For example, my food processor has saved me so much time thus, making food
preparation more efficient. Second, the addition of aesthetically pleasing pieces of furniture to
our homes could lead to a more satisfying daily experience in our personal space and as a
result improve our emotional well-being. To illustrate, some of my friends have created a
relaxing ambience inside their home by installing different lights.

conclude
Due to such utilitarian and hedonic benefits offered by such possessions, investing
in them may be beneficial for people.
Grammar
Simple sentence
Compound (and, but)
Main idea, supporting idea,
Complex sentences (at least 5) conclusion ideas in introduction &

Passive Introduction and main idea

Conditional sentences (one in every

paragraph) Supporting idea
Comparative and superlative Supporting idea

Different verb tenses outline(future)

Example(past) Solutions(modal)
Informal & Informal
Task 1 General: Both
Informal for friendly letters
Formal for others
Task 1 Academic: formal
Informal & Informal
Task 2: formal
Formal phrasal verbs
No contractions
No slang
No abbreviation
Use of passive and nonpersonal pronouns
No imperative
Complex sentences with transition words
No exclamation mark
Some words are more formal
Formal phrasal verbs
Adhere to
Enter on
Ascribe to
Pertain to
Cast down
Provide against
Carry out
Point out
Brought about
Complain of
Vocabulary

General Precision

Topic-specific No repetition
 many
A myriad of Several An array of Innumerable

A plethora of Countless Numerous

 Really
Truly Genuinely Undoubtedly Incredibly

Absolutely Certainly Surely Particularly

Fundamentally
 Good
Amazing Exceptional Magnificent Wonderful

Outstanding Remarkable Incredible Marvelous

Satisfying Gratifying Rewarding

 idea
Notion Belief Opinion

Consensus Perspective Conception

 Repetition
Museums Doctors Books Be obese

Such places These people Alternatives, Suffer

Options from
obesity
 Final tips

01 02 03
Solve your Write more than Learn domain-
Grammatical 250 words. specific words.
errors: Subject-
verb agreement,
etc.
 Don't

01 02 03
Overgeneralize. Be vague. be rude.
"This is flawed..."

04
Misuse new words.
When in doubt, simplify!
Don't Overgeneralize.

Use "soft" language:

Say:
many, most instead of all
Sometimes, often instead of always
Possibly, conceivably instead of definitely
Can, could, may, might
It is possible that
 Punctuation
Commas should be used before but, yet and nor.
To separate adjectives relating to the same noun, unless
there is “and” between them.
To single out linking adverbs and phrases from the rest
of the sentence. (However,...)
Period is used after an indirect question, question mark
after a direct one
If..., ...
, where ....
Be careful with spaces!