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 have recently moved to a new city. Write a letter to a friend describing what the city is like, explaining…
A strong answer uses a warm, informal tone with contractions, gives specific and vivid detail about the new city rather than generic description, and issues a genuine, enthusiastic invitation with a concrete suggestion.
Question 2: Social media has become a major part of daily life for many young people. Do the advantages of this outweigh t…
A strong answer weighs genuine advantages (staying connected, access to information) against real disadvantages (mental health impact, reduced face-to-face interaction) with specific examples, then reaches a clear, supported conclusion.
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