IELTS 2022 - WRITING TASK 1

LINE GRAPH
Task 1.1 - 3/3/2022
The line graph below shows the percentage of people accessing news from 4 sources.

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Task 1.2 - 19/3/2022
The graph below shows the value in US dollars (millions of dollars) of investment in
funds of four categories from 1988 to 2014.

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Task 1.3 - 9/4/2022
The line graph below shows the global demand for different textile fibers between
1980 and 2015.

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Task 1.4 - 28/5/2022
The graph below shows the Japanese average monthly salary (Yen) from 1953 to
1983 and the prices of black and white televisions and color televisions during the
same period.

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Task 1.5 - 2/6/2022
The graph below shows the price of bananas in 4 different countries from 1996 to
2004.

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Task 1.6 - 22/10/2022
The chart below gives information about how many European citizens of various age
groups frequently went to the gym from 1990 to 2010.

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BAR CHART
Task 1.1 - 8/1/2022
The bar chart below shows the number of people employed in five types of work in a
certain region in Australia in 2001 and 2008.

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Task 1.2 - 14/1/2022
The chart below shows the percentage of adults of different age groups in the UK
who used the Internet everyday from 2003 to 2006.

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Task 1.3 - 15/1/2022
The bar chart below shows the type of transport young people in four countries
prefer to use.

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Task 1.4 - 16/1/2022
The bar chart shows the expectation to change of European young people in the next
20 years in 5 different areas.

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Task 1.5 - 26/2/2022
The bar chart shows the percentage of school children learning to play four different
musical instruments (violin, guitar, piano, drums) in 2005, 2010 and 2015.

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Task 1.6 - 23/4/2022
The chart below shows the percentage of the population in the UK who consumed the
recommended daily amount of fruit and vegetables in 2002, 2006 and 2010.

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Task 1.7 - 12/5/2022
The charts below show the internet use for different purposes in Australia in 2010
and the percentage of Internet users.

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Task 1.8 - 21/5/2022
The bar chart shows the number of volunteers and paid workers in 4 different roles
in the sports sector of an Australian town in 2015.

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Task 1.9 - 18/6/2022
The chart below shows the depth of snow (cm) in a particular ski resort in Canada in
three years.

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Task 1.10 - 23/7/2022
The chart below shows the percentages of males and females with higher education
qualifications in 5 countries in 2001.

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Task 1.11 - 28/8/2022
The chart shows the amount of energy generated from wind in four countries from
1985 to 2000.

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PIE CHARTS
Task 1.1 - 4/6/2022
The pie charts below show the percentage of male and female workers in countries A
and B.

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Task 1.2 - 9/7/2022
The pie charts below give information about different types of waste disposed of in
one country in 1960 and 2011.

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TABLE
Task 1.1 - 8/1/2022
The table below shows the price of a cup of coffee in six cities from 2010 to 2014 in
Australia.

Task 1.2 - 12/3/2022

The table below shows the income and expenditure of Brooklyn Hall, the building
used to hire in the period of three years.

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Task 1.3 - 16/6/2022
The table shows data about what people in the UK thought the government should
increase spending on.

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Task 1.4 - 25/6/2022
The table below shows the questionnaire about opinions of club members and
general public for the new theatre in one town in 2012.

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Task 1.5 - 27/8/2022
The table shows the frequency of adults using the internet in one European country
from 2006 to 2010.

Task 1.6 - 3/9/2022

The table shows the percentages of adults in urban and rural areas who took part in
4 free time activities in 1990 and 2010.

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Task 1.7 - 8/10/2022
The table below shows information about the population of New Zealand from 2011
to 2012 by age group.

Task 1.8 - 3/12/2022

The table below shows the consumption of three basic foods, rice, wheat and maize,
by people in four different countries.

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Task 1.9 - 22/12/2022
The table below shows population figures for 4 countries for 2003 and projected
figures for 2025 and 2050.

Task 1.10 - 29/12/2022

The table below shows the percentage of first year students who gave ‘very good’
rating to the resources provided by the college for three courses.

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MIXED CHARTS
Task 1.1 - 8/11/2022
The first graph shows the number of train passengers from 2000 to 2009. The second
chart compares the percentage of trains running on time and target in the period.

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PROCESS
Task 1.1
The diagram below shows the process of making soft cheese.

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Task 1.2 - 21/5/2022
The chart below demonstrates how an essay in a formal academic module is written.

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Task 1.3 - 7/7/2022
The diagram below shows the steps of processing cocoa beans.

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Task 1.4 - 6/8/2022
The diagram below shows the process of making wool.

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Task 1.5 - 13/10/2022
The diagram below shows how oil is used in the production of perfume.

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MAPS
Task 1.1 - 19/1/2022
The diagram below shows the plan of a medical centre in 2008 and 2010.

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Task 1.2 - 20/1/2022
The maps below show a coastal area before and after development.

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Task 1.3 - 12/2/2022
The pictures below show the difference in the layout of a conference centre in 2010
and 2025.

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Task 1.4 - 26/3/2022
The diagrams show a small museum and its surroundings in 1990 and 2010.

Task 1.5 - 2/4/2022

The maps below show the changes in an art centre from 2010 to today.

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Task 1.6 - 27/5/2022
The plans below show the village of Pebbleton 20 years ago and now.

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 IELTS 2022 - WRITING TASK 2
AGREE OR DISAGREE
Task 1.1
Although there is a lot of translation software available, learning a language could still be
advantageous. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.2
Parents should set punishments in some ways if their children break the law. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.3
Young people learn good behaviour more from movies and books than real-life
experiences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.4
Some people think that the best way to solve global environmental problems is to increase
the cost of fuel. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.5
The crime rate nowadays is decreasing compared to the past due to advanced technology
which can prevent and solve the crime. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.6
All fathers should be entitled to time off from work when their children are born. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?

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Task 1.7
Any country should be able to sell goods to other countries without the restrictions of the
government. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.8
To succeed in business, one needs to learn and know math. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

Task 1.9
Some people think that the main purpose of schools is to turn children into good citizens
and workers, rather than to benefit them as individuals. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

Task 1.10
Some people find advertisements amusing or annoying and they are not influenced by this
when they shop. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.11
Some people think that all teenagers should be required to do unpaid work in their free
time to help the local community. They believe this would benefit both the individual
teenager and society as a whole. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.12
Large companies use sport events to promote their products. Some people think this has a
negative impact on sports. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Task 1.13
Some people think that detailed crime reports on newspapers and TV can have many
disadvantages. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.14
Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on
public transport systems. To what extend do you agree?

Task 1.15
Most of the urgent problems can only be solved with international cooperation. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.16
Many countries spend large amounts of money on preparing competitors in major world
sporting events such as the Olympic Games and football World Cup. Instead, this money
can be spent on encouraging children to take up sports at a young age. To what extent do
you agree or disagree?

Task 1.17
Some people think that too much attention and too many resources are given to the
protection of wild animals and birds. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.18
Leaders and directors in organizations are normally older people. Some people think
having a younger leader would be better. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Task 1.19
The only way to improve safety on our roads is to give much stricter punishments for
driving offences. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.20
Whether or not someone achieves their aims is mostly by a question of luck. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.21
Some people believe that to prevent illness and disease, governments should focus more
on environmental pollution and housing problems. To some extent do you agree or
disagree?

Task 1.22
If people could choose between a life without working or a life spending too much time
working, people would choose a life without work. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

Task 1.23
Some people believe that the government should not spend money on international aid
when they have their own disadvantaged people like the homeless and unemployed. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.24
Parents should encourage children to spend less time studying and more time doing
physical activities. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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Task 1.25
The only reason to work hard is to earn money. To what extent you do agree or disagree?

Task 1.26
Some believe that younger family members should be legally responsible for supporting
older family members when they become physically, mentally and financially unable to
look after themselves. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.27
There are several factors that motivate people to stay in the workforce, and money is the
most important factor. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.28
In recent years, tourists have paid attention to preserving both the culture and environment
of the places they visit. However, some people think that it is impossible to be a
responsible tourist. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Task 1.29
Many people think that interviews are not the best way to assess the suitability of a
candidate for a position.To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.30
It is more important to spend public money on promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to
prevent illness than to spend it on the treatment of people who are already ill. To what
extent do you agree or disagree?

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Task 1.31
Some people believe that technology causes more problems for modern society than it
solves. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.32
Some people say we do not need printed paper newspaper anymore. To what extent do
you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Task 1.33
Studies show that many criminals have a low level of education. For this reason, people
believe that the best way to reduce crime is to educate people in prison so they can get a
job when leaving prison. Do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.34
Intelligence is the most important quality of leaders. To what extent do you agree or
disagree?

Task 1.35
The most important function of music is that it helps people reduce stress. To what extent
do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.36
Everyone should stay at school until 18. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.37
As well as making money, businesses also have social responsibilities. To what extent do
you agree or disagree?

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Task 1.38
As well as making money, businesses also have social responsibilities. To what extent do
you agree or disagree?

Task 1.39
There have been many inventions in the human history, such as the wheel. Some people
think the most important thing is the internet. To what extent do you agree or disagree
with this opinion?

Task 1.40
Nations should spend more money on skills and vocational training for practical work,
rather than on university education. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.41
Some people say that the government should stop TV and newspapers from showing
crimes because media coverage of violent crimes is frightening people and encouraging
criminals. To what extend do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.42
People should follow customs and traditions when they start to live in a new country. To
what extent do you agree or disagree?

Task 1.43
Some people think that technology makes life complex, so we should make our life
simpler without using technology. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

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DISCUSS BOTH VIEWS
Task 1.1
Some people believe teenagers should focus on all subjects equally, whereas other people
think that they should concentrate only on those subjects that they find interesting. Discuss
both views and give your opinion.

Task 1.2
In many countries, the government likes to spend more money on the arts and some people
agree with this. However, others think the government should spend more on health and
education. Discuss both sides and give your opinion.

Task 1.3
Some people think that technology development decreases crime, while others believe that
it actually encourages crimes. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Task 1.4
Some people think history has nothing or little to tell us, but others think that studying the
past history can help us better understand the present. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.

Task 1.5
Directors of large organizations earn much higher salaries than ordinary employees do.
Some people think it is necessary, but others hold that it is unfair. Discuss both views and
give your own opinions.

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Task 1.6
Some people think that the best way to become successful in life is to get a university
education, whereas others say this is no longer true. Discuss both these views and give
your own opinion.

Task 1.7
Some people believe that children that commit crimes should be punished. Others think
their parents should be punished instead. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Task 1.8
Many people think that women should be given the same roles as men in military and
police forces. Many people think that women are not suitable for these jobs. Discuss both
views and give your opinion.

Task 1.9
Some people think that museums should be enjoyable places to entertain young people,
while others believe that the purpose of museums is to educate. Discuss both views and
give your own opinion.

Task 1.10
Many people believe that good planning is the key factor to success in life, while others
believe that other factors like hard work or luck are important. Discuss both views and
give your opinion.

Task 1.11
Government should support care and finance for retired people while others believe that
they should save money when they get older. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Task 1.12
Some scientist thinks that there are intelligent life forms on other planets and messages
should be sent to contact them. Other scientists think it is a bad idea and would be
dangerous. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Task 1.13
It is important for parents to read stories to children. Others think it is unnecessary because
children can find them in other sources such as books and TV. Discuss both views and
give your opinion.

Task 1.14
Some people think watching TV is bad for children, while others think that watching TV
has more beneficial effects on children. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Task 1.15
Some people say that economic growth is the only way to end hunger and poverty, while
others say that economic growth is damaging the environment so it must be stopped.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Task 1.16
Some human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people
think it is too late to do anything about this problem while others think effective measures
can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Task 1.17
Some people say team sports have lots of benefits. Others say Individual sports are better.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Task 1.18
Some human activities have negative effects on plant and animal species. Some people
think it is too late to do anything about this problem while others think effective measures
can be taken to improve this situation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Task 1.19
Many different countries have most shops and products that are the same. Some people
consider this to be a positive development, while others think it is a negative development.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Task 1.20
Some people think scientific research should focus on solving world health problems.
Others think that there are more important issues. Discuss both views and give your
opinion.

Task 1.21
Some people think that people should be given the right to use fresh water as they like.
Others believe governments should strictly control the use of fresh water. Discuss both
views and give your own opinion.

Task 1.22
Some people feel that the government should regulate the level of violence for films of
television and cinema. Others feel that violent films should be not released. Discuss both
views and give your opinion?

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Task 1.23
Many people argue that in order to improve educational quality, high school students are
encouraged to make comments or even criticism of their teachers. Others think it will lead
to a loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both views and give your own
opinion.

Task 1.24
Some people say advertising has positive economic effects. Others think it has negative
social effects because it will make people dissatisfied with who they are and what they
have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Task 1.25
Some people believe that no one should do the same job for all their working life. Others
argue that doing the same job brings advantages for individuals, companies, and society.
Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Task 1.26
Some believe that people are naturally born leaders while others feel that leadership skills
can develop. Discuss both views and give your opinion.

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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
Task 1.1
In the past, people stored knowledge in books. Nowadays people store knowledge on the
internet. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

Task 1.2
In some countries, schools are teaching foreign languages for primary school children. Do
the advantages of this outweigh the disadvantages?

Task 1.3
In many countries today, if people want to find a job, they have to move away from their
friends and their families. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the
disadvantages?

Task 1.4
Machines are replacing humans in the manual workforce. Do you think the positive effects
outweigh the negative effects?

Task 1.5
In some cities, public parks and open spaces are changed into gardens where local
residents can grow their own fruit and vegetables. Do you think the benefits outweigh the
disadvantages?

Task 1.6
Some people think that young people should be required to do unpaid work helping people
in the community. Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

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Task 1.7
As transport and accommodation problems are increasing in many cities, governments are
encouraging businesses to move to rural areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the
disadvantages?

Task 1.8
More and more parents are allowing their children to play on computers and tablets as they
think that children should learn technology skills. Do the advantages of this development
outweigh the disadvantages?

Task 1.9
Nowadays people depend on technology in their free time. Is this a positive or negative
development?

Task 1.10
In the future, there will be a higher proportion of older people than young people in many
countries. Is it a positive or negative development?

Task 1.11
In the modern world, it is possible to shop, work and communicate with people via
internet and live without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative
development.

Task 1.12
Nowadays young people are admiring media and sports stars, even though they do not set
a good example. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

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Task 1.13
Advertisements are becoming more and more common in our everyday life. Is it a positive
or negative development?

Task 1.14
In recent years, pressure on school and university students has been increasing and they
are pushed to work very hard from a young age. Do you think this is a positive or negative
development?

Task 1.15
More and more people in the city live in homes with small spaces or no outdoor areas. Do
you think it is a negative or positive development?

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TWO-PART QUESTIONS
Task 1.1
The unlimited use of cars may cause many problems. What are those problems? In order
to reduce this problem, should we discourage people to use cars?

Many people depend on their cars for everyday domestic, social, and working needs.
However, unlimited use of cars causes a number of problems. What are some of these
problems? What can be done to reduce the use of cars?

Task 1.2
Nowadays people use bicycles less as a form of transport. Why is that? What can we do to
encourage people to use bicycles more?

Task 1.3
More and more people these days work harder and longer hours and have no time for
family life and friends. What are the causes for this? How is it affecting family life and
society as a whole?

Task 1.4
Today, children and teenagers are committing more crimes. Why is this the case? How
should they be punished?

Task 1.5
Research indicates that some consumers nowadays are less influenced by advertising than
in the past. What are the reasons for this? Do you think this is a positive or negative
development?

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Task 1.6
Today, news plays an important role in people’s lives and news media is more influential
than ever before. Why is it the case? Is it positive or negative?

Task 1.7
Nowadays, most people try to balance between work and other parts of their lives.
Unfortunately, not many achieve this balance. What are the problems with this? Suggest
some solutions to solve the problems.

Task 1.8
In some parts of the world it is increasingly popular to research the history of one’s own
family. Why do people want to do this? Is it a positive or negative development?

Task 1.9
Scientists tell us that some activities are good for health and others are bad. Despite
knowing that, millions of people still continue doing unhealthy activities. What are the
causes and what are the solutions for this?

Task 1.10
In education and employment, some people work harder than others. Why do some people
work harder? Is it always a good thing to work hard?

Task 1.11
In some countries, more and more people are becoming interested in finding out about the
history of the house or building they live in. What are the reasons for this? How can
people research this?

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Task 1.12
Nowadays, many people have cosmetic surgery to improve their life. Why do they choose
these operations? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Task 1.13
Environmental damage is a problem in most countries. What factors damage the
environment and who should take responsibility?

Task 1.14
The natural resources such as oil, forests and freshwater are being consumed at an
alarming rate. What problems does it cause? How can we solve these problems?

Task 1.15
Fewer young people choose to work in farming. What are the reasons? Should young
people be encouraged to do farming work?

Task 1.16
More and more people decide to eat healthy food and exercise regularly. What are the
reasons for this trend? What can be done to encourage more people to eat healthier and
exercise?

Task 1.17
In many countries, more and more young people are leaving school and unable to find jobs
after graduation. What problems do you think youth unemployment will cause to the
individual and society? Give reasons and make some suggestions.

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Task 1.18
The increase in the production of consumer goods results in damage to the natural
environment. What is the cause of this? What can be done to solve this problem?

Task 1.19
In many countries, more and more young people are leaving school and unable to find jobs
after graduation. What problems do you think youth unemployment will cause to the
individual and society? Suggest some solutions to these problems.

Task 1.20
Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or
write. What are the disadvantages of this and what action should the government take?

Task 1.21
Despite the increased access to education, a significant number of people cannot read or
write. What are the disadvantages and what action should the government take?

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