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IELTS Writing: Free Academic Practice Test Samples

For the IELTS Academic Writing section task 1, you have to write a short essay. You need to write at least 150 words to summarize, describe, compare, and explain visual information (one or several tables, graphs, or diagrams) in your own words. Take a look at the following practice questions:

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The graph below shows Non Governmental Organization revenue by source and season.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Question 1

Model Answer:

NGO revenue, as shown in the above graph, varies considerably by source and season. Sales proceeds are at a peak in the spring at $9 million, and then sharply decline in the summer to $3 million and remain approximately steady for the rest of the year. Private donations are somewhat more steady, starting at $4 million in the spring and steadily increasing to $5 million, $6 million, and $7 million over the course of the year. Corporate sponsorship is more variable, beginning at an initial $2 million and rising sharply to $8 million in the fall. Overall revenue is relatively stable around the $15 million mark, with a slight dip to $10 million in the summer season. There are no easily observable trends or correlations among income sources or seasons, as private donations show a slight increase in the summer when other revenue sources appear to drop.


For the IELTS Academic Writing section task 2, you are asked to write a long essay. Take a look at the following practice questions:

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

Question 1

Model Answer:

Beer is definitely a delicious beverage. I have tried many different beers from around the world. Some styles I have really enjoyed, while others I probably wouldn’t drink again. I can definitely see why beer would be near universally popular. It is refreshing served cold and can usually be found for reasonable prices depending on what you are looking for. Some of my fondest memories are of enjoying beers with my best friends.

I really enjoy drinking beer with a delicious meal. Sometimes this is the perfect way to enjoy time with friends and family. I definitely would never consume beer with every or even most meals but from time to time, it is the perfect addition. Even though beer is delicious, refreshing and easy to find, I can understand why moderating beer consumption could be useful for health.

I definitely value my health. Like many parts of life, I feel that balance is very important. I don’t necessarily agree with all recommendations that physicians make but I agree that excessive alcohol use and consumption can be detrimental to health. I want to live for as long as I can and I will do what I can to ensure that.

I have experienced the positive sides and the negative sides of alcohol use. I believe that it is a wonderful part of life that should be enjoyed responsibly and within reason. I don’t need a physician to tell me that for it to make sense but I respect that those interested in health would want to limit beer and alcohol use.

IELTS Writing: General Training Practice Test Samples

For the IELTS General Training Writing section task 1, you have to write a letter. Here is an example that you can practice on:

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are on holiday and have unexpectedly run out of money. Write a letter to your parents asking them to send you money for the trip back home.

In your letter:

  • apologize for not writing, explain why
  • make the request
  • explain what happened

Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mom and Dad,

Question 1

For the IELTS General Training Writing section task 2, you are asked to write an essay of at least 250 words. Here is an example that you can practice on:

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:

People often think about creating a perfect society to live in, but nobody has been able to achieve this.
Would a perfect society be modern and full of technology or have more of a focus on nature? Is it possible to create a perfect society?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Question 1

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