The task 2 of the General Training Writing Module is to write an essay of at least 250 words. Sometimes the task prompt asks you to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a particular development or trend. Sometimes, you have to say whether the advantages outweigh the disadvantages or vice-versa.
Here are some advantage/disadvantage IELTS essays on this blog. For band 9 essay samples visit this page.
- In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between high school and university
- Nowadays people are spending more time in workplace and staying away from home for work
- Nowadays, companies and other organizations are requiring their employees to wear a uniform
- In many workplaces, online communication has overtaken face to face meetings
- Some people think that students should study in their own city
