Sample independent and integrated writing-task prompts and essay structure strategies for TOEFL and IELTS writing sections.
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- How many writing tasks does the TOEFL writing section include?
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Two tasks: an integrated writing task and an independent (or discussion) writing task
- What is the TOEFL integrated writing task?
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A 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?
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The 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?
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About 150 to 225 words
- What is the TOEFL independent (essay) writing task?
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A 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?
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'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?
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At least 300 words
- How many writing tasks does the IELTS Academic writing test include?
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Two tasks: Task 1 describes visual data, and Task 2 is an essay
- What is IELTS Academic Writing Task 1?
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A task requiring you to describe, summarize, or explain a chart, graph, table, diagram, or process
- What is a sample IELTS Academic Task 1 prompt?
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'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?
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150 words
- What is IELTS General Training Writing Task 1?
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A 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?
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An essay task requiring you to discuss, argue, or evaluate a position on a given topic
- What is a sample IELTS Writing Task 2 prompt?
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'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?
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250 words