Learn how to structure and respond to IELTS writing questions that ask you to respond to 𝗧𝗪𝗢 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝔀𝓲𝓽𝓱 𝓸𝓹𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘆. This will increase your score for task response and cohesion and coherence. The following are included in this post:

1. video explaining how to write this type of essay
2. identifying a 𝗧𝗪𝗢 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝔀𝓲𝓽𝓱 𝓸𝓹𝓲𝓷𝓲𝓸𝓷 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘆
3. the best way to structure the essay
4. the best way to respond to the topic
5. a model answer
6. a homework activity

Sample task instructions
Working from home is becoming more popular.
What are the reasons?
Do you think this is a positive or negative trend?

Responding to the Question
This type of question is similar to a standard to question essay. The difference is that one of the questions is directly asking for your opinion. This means we need to modify the way we write the essay a little. As with other two question essays we should try to have two main points in response to each of the questions. The following plan is for the sample task instructions above.
REASONS [Q1]
more productive
saves time
POSITIVE [Q2]
better work-life balance
increases social cohesion

Structure
Paragraph 1: Introduction
Paragraph 2: Question 1
Paragraph 3: Question 2
Paragraph 4: Conclusion

Model Answer

Home-based work has become increasingly prevalent. This essay discusses the causes of this trend and explains why I believe it is a beneficial development.

There are two main reasons why more people are choosing to work from their homes. First, working from one’s residence leads to higher productivity. This is because it eliminates the distractions that come with working in an office. For instance, when working from home, I do not get distracted by my co-workers stopping by my desk to ask me unnecessary questions. Furthermore, it saves a lot of time. The reason for this is that less time is wasted in traffic to go to an office. Therefore, there is more time for non-work activities.

I believe this is a positive phenomenon. The most significant benefit is that it creates a better work-life balance. By enabling people to choose when to work and take a break it is easier to fit work around other commitments. This can be particularly useful for people with children or other caregiving responsibilities. Another benefit is that it is better for the environment. Eliminating the need to commute reduces pollution and the consumption of fossil fuels.

In conclusion, the motives for more people working remotely are due to them being able to work more productively and avoid the daily commute to the office. I think this has a positive impact as it helps people balance their work and other commitments better and it is more environmentally friendly.

Homework Activity
Some people feel that entertainers such as film stars, pop musicians, or sports stars are paid too much money.
Do you agree or disagree?
Which other types of jobs should be highly paid?

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