IELTS General Writing Practice Test 42 with Sample Essay

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IELTS General Writing Practice Test 42 with Sample Essay - TerraTern

This IELTS General Writing Test consists of 2 tasks. Task 1 is an Semi-Formal Letter, which you need to write in at least 150 words. Task 2 includes a Direct Question Essay topic, which you need to write in 250 words. You need 20 minutes for Task 1 and 40 minutes for Task 2.

IELTS Writing Task 1

You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world.

Write a letter to the event organiser, Mr Luis. 

In your letter:

  • Offer to make a popular dish from your country
  • Describe what this dish is
  • Explain why it should be included in the event

IELTS Writing Task 2

It is sometimes possible to pay somebody to do things you don't want to do, or don't have time to do, for example, household chores or looking after children. Is this a good way of providing work for others? Should people do these things themselves?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

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