The Academic Writing Task 2 Study Guide
The Academic Writing Task 2 Study Guide
Write the perfect task 2 essay to guarantee IELTS success.
Over 130 pages guaranteed to help you smash writing task 2.
- Achieve minimum band 7 in Task 2.
- Analyse, plan & write the PERFECT Task 2 essay, every time.
- Learn the secrets of task 2 paraphrasing.
- Step-by-step frameworks which guarantee band 7 or above.
- Easy-to-understand language, suitable for any level English.
- Developed with experienced native English teachers/tutors.
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Stop worrying about the task 2 essay.
The writing task 2 essay is one of the scariest parts of the IELTS.
Many students fail task 2 because they don’t prepare the correct way for the essay.
However, our proven task 2 strategies will supercharge your essay writing skills so you’ll leave the exam feeling on top of the world!
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Write a top-scoring task 2 essay.
Learn how to avoid the pitfalls that lead to most students failing the essay.
Know exactly how to answer ANY task 2 question without struggling to know what to write.
Learn how to NEVER run out of time. Complete task 2 in LESS time than you need in the exam.
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Here’s what you can expect to learn from this study guide…
The Academic Writing Task 2 Study Guide
Understand The 5 Most Common Reasons Why Students Will Fail Task 2
If you understand the reasons why students fail Task 2, you can take steps to prevent this happening to you. We uncover the 5 main reasons for failure in this chapter and teach you how not to be an underachiever.
Learn The 9 Golden Rules To Guarantee Task 2 Success
From your vocabulary to planning, if you understand these 9 rules of success and implement them properly, you will achieve at least band 7 in Task 2, guaranteed.
Discover The 10 Common Task 2 Essay Topics You May Get Asked
By studying the most common Task 2 topics, you are more likely to maximise your success. We uncover what these topics are and show you exactly how to use this information to your advantage.
Links To The Best Common Topic Preparation Websites
Improve your vocabulary, discover key synonyms and enhance your writing skills. Get access to the best websites to help you study the most common topics.
Discover The EXACT Band 7+ Frameworks Used By The Most Successful Students For Each Of The 5 Essay Question Types
Want to be a successful IELTS student? These detailed, easy-to-follow frameworks will show you how to effortlessly structure your essay and achieve band 7, 8 or 9.
Task 2 Essay Band 7+ Model Answer With Detailed Step-By-Step Framework Analysis
See our framework in action. In this section we show you how to write a model answer using our Task 2 framework, one sentence at a time.
Learn The 5 Types Of Question Every Band 7+ Student Must Know
Each type of essay question requires you to use a different essay structure. You must know what these question types are if you want to maximise your chances of Task 2 success.
Understand How ‘The Snowball Effect’ Leads To Failure And How To Avoid Falling Into This Trap
Master the ability to identify when the snowball effect is happening and learn how to prevent it happening in the real exam.
Discover How To Analyse ANY Task 2 Question
If you can’t analyse a task 2 question, you are destined to fail. We teach you the precise steps involved in analysing ANY question like a professional, so you feel more confident in the exam.
Learn The Most Effective Band 7+ Task 2 Essay Planning Strategy
Writing a plan is one of the most powerful ways to improve your band score. We show you the most effective way to write one and the single best place to write it. We also demonstrate using the planning strategy, step-by-step, in a model answer.
Understand The 4 Principles Of Task 2 Paraphrasing And Use Them To Impress The Examiner
Paraphrasing is a key skill to learn as it forms a crucial part of your essay. Uncover the best ways to paraphrase to boost your band score, complete with examples.
Discover The Exact Synonyms Which Will Boost Your Task 2 Band Score
You should never try to learn long lists of synonyms – this will have a negative effect on your IELTS score. But if you learn our concise list of Task 2 synonyms, and use them appropriately, we guarantee you will improve your band score.
Discover Our Exclusive ‘Four-Two-Fifty’ Word Count Technique To Guarantee You Write Enough Words In Your Task 2 Essay
Learn our special strategy to ensure that you write enough words in your essay, without wasting time counting each one in the exam. This method will save you valuable time and give you peace of mind in Task 2.
9 Noun-Verb Agreement Rules You Must Learn To Succeed
Writing sentences that don’t make sense is a sure-fire way to fail the exam, so understanding these noun-verb rules can be the difference between failure and success in the IELTS.
Learn The Proven Methods Of Using Cohesive Devices To Score At Least Band 7 In Task 2
IELTS examiners are experts in finding errors in your grammar. In this section you will learn all the tips & tricks to help you impress the examiner with the correct use of cohesive devices in a Task 2 essay.
How To Use Complex Structures To Score Band 7+ In The Writing Section
Understand what complex structures are and how to use them appropriately in task 1. How do you make them? How many should you use? Where should you use them? We discuss everything you need to know.
The Number 1 Complex Structure Pitfall
Discover the most common reason students fail to use complex structures properly in the exam and why it leads to band score underachievement.
Master The IELTS Excellence Task 2 ‘Damage Limitation Strategy’
Scared that you won’t know what to write in Task 2? Our ‘Damage Limitation Strategy’ will show you how to still achieve Band 7 even if you panic in the essay.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the IELTS task 2 essay difficult?
Yes. Most people find the essay difficult and fail to achieve their desired band score.
You may get asked to write a 250 word essay about ANYTHING. That’s why we teach you the secrets of answering ANY question to band 7+ level, so you’re prepared for the exam.
Remember, the task 2 essay is worth 66% of your writing band score, so if you underperform in this, you will receive a poor score for your writing band score.
What does this Study Guide include?
The ACADEMIC WRITING Study Guide contains everything you need to succeed in the IELTS Task 2 essay writing section.
Full of strategies, tips and tricks to ensure you walk away with band 7 or above.
Learn the secrets IELTS examiners don’t want you to know!
Are your study guides written by native English teachers?
Yes! All of our study guides are developed by a team of native English IELTS teachers/tutors & examiners, so you get the best quality information.
You will also naturally learn how to answer the essay just like a native (because that’s how we teach our students).
Will this study guide work for me?
Absolutely!
We give you ALL the secrets, you just have to take the time to learn them really well. We show all our students how to successfully prepare for the IELTS each year.
No matter what level of English you speak, our study guides will help you achieve success!
How do the study guides work?
They’re really simple and easy to use. Simply purchase a study bundle and they will be instantly emailed directly to you.
They can be downloaded onto any device – smartphone, tablet, laptop or computer and used straight away!
Are the study guides easy to understand?
Yes! The study guides have been written so anyone can understand them easily, whether you’re a native speaker or not. They also contain easy-to-follow diagrams to help you learn quickly and effectively.
How long will it take me to start making progress?
You’ll start making progress immediately!
The study guides are packed full of essential information, tips and tricks throughout. They will guide you on everything, including how to answer any type of reading & writing question, how to avoid mistakes and how to guarantee you achieve band 7 or above in the IELTS.
Do I need to buy anything else if I buy the Writing Task 2 Study Guide?
If you only need help with Witing Task 1, this guide will give you everything you need to succeed.
However, if you need help with all of the writing section, we recommend you purchase our WRITING BUNDLE.
How do I buy the study guides?
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Do I need a good internet connection to use the study guides?
Not at all! Once you have downloaded the study guides, you can use them from anywhere, even without internet connection.
HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT?
Here's how you'll improve by using the task 2 study guide:
NEVER fail the Essay again
Learn the secret strategies used by band 7, 8 & 9 students, so you never have to worry about failing the essay.
Increase your CONFIDENCE with writing
The study guide ONLY contains advice that WORKS, so you can relax knowing your writing skills will be very high quality.
Achieve Band 7, 8 or 9 in ANY Essay Question
Develop the skills to analyse, plan & answer ANY question to band 7 or higher. No need to worry about the topic of the question!
Become a top-performing student
Our study guide contains secret techniques that aren't found ANYWHERE else, so you gain an advantage over other students. and improve your future prospects.
Write like a NATIVE speaker
Learn the most effective writing strategies, so your essay will be the equivalent of a high-standard native English speaker.
Write a PERFECT essay EVERY tIME
Know the techniques to ensure your essay will impress any examiner and gain top marks in the IELTS.
NEVER forget what to write in the exam
Find the most effective ways to generate ideas and know EXACTLY what to write in each paragraph.
Complete your essay in LESS TIME than you're given
Learn how to write your essay QUICKLY and EFFECTIVELY, so you never run out of time in the exam.
Broaden your IELTS Band 7+ vocabulary
We tell you the EXACT words you should use in each type of essay to achieve band 7+.
Improve your career prospects
Employers & universities want to see you have a high standard of written English, just like we teach in this guide.
Follow PROVEN band 7+ frameworks
Learn the same frameworks used successfully by thousands of students each year. No guesswork!
Maximise your task 2 success
Have the peace of mind that you are being given the most accurate advice from real IELTS tutors & examiners.