Old exam questions are not reused in the writing test. However, there are some common topics that come up again and again. Look at the two questions below, for example:
1) In the developed world, average life expectancy is increasing. What problems will this cause for individuals and society? Suggest some measures that could be taken to reduce the impact of ageing populations.
2) At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation outweigh the disadvantages?
Can you see how the IELTS writers are looking at basically the same topic here, but from a different angle*?
- Number 1 is a 'problem and solution' question about ageing populations.
- Number 2 is a 'discussion and opinion'** question about younger populations.
You can see my essay for question 1 here. Question 2 comes from Cambridge IELTS book 12, and we'll look at this question over the next few weeks.
*from a different angle = from a different perspective / position
**Write about both sides, but make it clear which side you think 'outweighs' the other
hello simon
In second type question,discussion and opinion.Do we need to give advantage of either younger or adult?or both of them?
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Posted by: sabika | November 29, 2017 at 14:27
n. In other words, an ageing population will mean a greater tax burden for working adults.
What is the paraphrase if this sentences?
Posted by: Saro | November 30, 2017 at 11:44
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Posted by: Jagseer singh | July 02, 2018 at 17:19