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 need to take two weeks off work for a family event. Write a letter to your manager. Explain why you need t…
A strong answer uses a polite, semi-formal register, gives a believable reason without oversharing, proposes a concrete cover plan (naming a colleague or handover approach), and ends with a clear, courteous request for next steps.
Question 2: Some people think that university education should be free for all students. Others believe that students shou…
A strong answer presents the case for free education (equal access regardless of income) and the case for paid education (funding quality, personal investment) with developed reasoning for each, then states a clear, justified opinion.
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