Task response9 marks
Addresses all parts of the task and develops a clear position.
For full marks: Develop both views with specific support and maintain a clear position throughout the response.IELTS Writing Feedback
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Question 1: Universities: employment or independent thinking
Full exam-style task · 40 minutes · Academic Writing Task 2 essay
What this question checks
- Task response
- Paragraph progression
- Topic vocabulary
What happened
Some people believe universities should focus mainly on employment skills, while others believe universities should develop independent thinking.
Your job
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Answer formatAcademic Writing Task 2 essay
Suggested time40 minutes
How this will be marked
What the marker is looking for
These are the areas used to build the formative mark range.
Coherence and cohesion9 marks
Organises ideas logically and uses cohesive devices accurately.
For full marks: Use clear paragraph progression and cohesive devices without mechanical repetition.Lexical resource9 marks
Uses a sufficiently wide and precise range of vocabulary.
For full marks: Use precise topic vocabulary, flexible collocation and minimal repetition.Grammar range and accuracy9 marks
Uses a range of sentence forms with accurate control.
For full marks: Use a flexible range of complex structures with consistently accurate punctuation and agreement.Practice timer00:00
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What this answer should include
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Give a clear position and address every part of the task.
Give each paragraph one main idea with a topic sentence.
Explain each idea and support it with a relevant example.
Use logical connections without overusing memorised linking phrases.
Use varied vocabulary and sentence forms accurately.
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Main point stated
State the central issue, position, method or defence clearly.
Question details used
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Clear position given
Develop the action, position, method or defence required by the task.
Reasoning explained
Explain why the point matters or how the conclusion follows.
Enough detail
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