A reliable four-paragraph shape
Most Task 2 questions work well with: (1) paraphrase the question and state your position, (2) first main idea with support, (3) second main idea or a clear counterpoint, (4) a short conclusion that restates your view without new ideas.
Examiners look for Task Response, Coherence and Cohesion, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range and Accuracy. Structure mainly protects coherence — every paragraph should have one job.
- Introduction: paraphrase + clear position
- Body 1: strongest reason with an example
- Body 2: second reason or balanced view
- Conclusion: restate position in 1–2 sentences
Common Task 2 traps
Do not memorise entire essays. Memorised openings that do not answer the question hurt Task Response. Keep examples specific and short.
Aim for a clear opinion even on “discuss both views” prompts — say which side is stronger and why.
Practise with feedback
Submit a timed Task 2 on IELTSatoz. Master-AI returns a practice band estimate and criterion notes so you can see whether structure, vocabulary, or grammar is the real limit.
Open the matching module or methodology page and apply what you just read under timed conditions.