How this test is marked
IELTS Writing is marked by an examiner on four equally weighted criteria. This practice test has no automatic score, so write your answer under timed conditions and then check it against the notes below.
- Task achievement or response. Answer every part of the task, with an overview in Task 1 and a clear position in Task 2.
- Coherence and cohesion. Organise ideas in clear paragraphs and link them with a range of devices, without overusing them.
- Lexical resource. Use precise, natural vocabulary and avoid repeating the same words.
- Grammatical range and accuracy. Use a mix of sentence structures and keep errors under control.
Notes for each question
Question 1: You recently bought a kitchen appliance online, but it stopped working properly after two weeks. Write a lette…
A strong answer uses a formal register (no contractions, 'Yours faithfully'), states the problem and product clearly with a purchase date, explains prior attempts to resolve it, and makes a specific, reasonable request (repair, replacement, or refund).
Question 2: An increasing number of people now work from home instead of commuting to an office. Do the advantages of this…
A strong answer weighs concrete advantages (reduced commuting time, flexibility) against real disadvantages (isolation, blurred work-life boundaries), reaches a clear position on balance, and supports each point with a specific example rather than generalities.
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