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TOEFL/IELTS: Writing Task Prompts

Sample independent and integrated writing-task prompts and essay structure strategies for TOEFL and IELTS writing sections.

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30 basic cards for ESL Proficiency TOEFL/IELTS. Set 7 of 7 in TOEFL/IELTS. It opens with "How many writing tasks does the TOEFL writing section include?" and "What is the TOEFL integrated writing task?". More Test Prep decks are listed below.

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How many writing tasks does the TOEFL writing section include?
Show answerTwo tasks: an integrated writing task and an independent (or discussion) writing task
What is the TOEFL integrated writing task?
Show answerA task where you read a passage, listen to a lecture on the same topic, and write about how they relate
What is the typical relationship between the reading and lecture in TOEFL integrated writing?
Show answerThe lecture usually casts doubt on or contradicts specific points made in the reading passage
What is the recommended word count for the TOEFL integrated writing response?
Show answerAbout 150 to 225 words
What is the TOEFL independent (essay) writing task?
Show answerA task asking you to write an essay expressing and supporting your own opinion on a general topic
What is a sample TOEFL independent writing prompt?
Show answer'Do you agree or disagree that technology has made communication between people less personal?'
What is the recommended minimum word count for the TOEFL independent essay?
Show answerAt least 300 words
How many writing tasks does the IELTS Academic writing test include?
Show answerTwo tasks: Task 1 describes visual data, and Task 2 is an essay
What is IELTS Academic Writing Task 1?
Show answerA task requiring you to describe, summarize, or explain a chart, graph, table, diagram, or process
What is a sample IELTS Academic Task 1 prompt?
Show answer'The chart below shows the percentage of households with internet access in three countries between 2000 and 2020. Summarize the information.'
What is the minimum word count for IELTS Writing Task 1?
Show answer150 words
What is IELTS General Training Writing Task 1?
Show answerA task requiring you to write a letter, such as formal, semi-formal, or informal, responding to a given situation
What is IELTS Writing Task 2?
Show answerAn essay task requiring you to discuss, argue, or evaluate a position on a given topic
What is a sample IELTS Writing Task 2 prompt?
Show answer'Some people believe that university education should be free for all students. Discuss both views and give your opinion.'
What is the minimum word count for IELTS Writing Task 2?
Show answer250 words

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