IELTS Opinion Essay
IELTS opinion essays, also known as ‘agree or disagree’ essays, come up frequently in the writing exam.
Three most important things to do in IELTS opinion essays.
- State an opinion.
- Give arguments only for what you choose.
- Support your opinion with clear reasons.
The question clearly states that you must choose one side of the argument, either to agree or to disagree.
Always choose the one you can develop the best. It is okay what you choose (agree or disagree). It’s your freedom.
But, if you fail to do this, you will get a low score for task achievement.
Note:
Do not change your opinion partway through the essay
Do not give reasons for the opposing view.
How to approach Opinion Essay:
1) You must choose one side of the argument.
Either to agree or to disagree.
2) Always choose the one you can develop the best.
It is okay what you choose (agree or disagree). It’s your freedom.
3) Do not change your opinion partway through the essay.
4) Do not give reasons for the opposing view.
Note:
If you fail to do this, you will get a low score for task achievement.
How to structure paragraph for Opinion Essay?
1) Introduction
- Paraphrase the question
- Give your opinion
- State two supporting reasons
2) Main body paragraph 1
- Topic sentence – outline 1st reason for supporting this view
- Explanation – explain this idea
- Example – give an example or expand the idea
3) Main body paragraph 2
- Topic sentence – outline 2nd reason for supporting this view
- Explanation – explain this idea
- Example – give an example or expand the idea
4) Conclusion
- Summarise opinion and key reasons
The opinion essay is the most common type of IELTS Task 2 question.
You need to provide your own opinion too, based on relevant information, ideas, and experience.