IELTS Writing Task 2: The restoration of old buildings in major cities in the world costs enormous government expenditure. This money should be used for new housing and road development. To what extent do you agree or disagree? SAMPLE ESSAY Different governments around the world are spending a massive amount of money to restore century-old buildings in the metropolis (main city)....
IELTS Writing Task 2: Houses are essential for people. Some people think that the government should offer free houses for people who cannot afford to pay for them. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? SAMPLE ESSAY A house is a basic need for every person and everyone deserves to own one regardless of economic status. Some people believe that...
IELTS Writing Task 2: Some people think that it is more beneficial to take part in sports that are played in teams, like football. But others think taking part in individual sports is better, like tennis or swimming. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. SAMPLE ESSAY It is often thought that participating in team sports is more...
IELTS Writing Task 2: Some experts think that all students should learn musical instruments. To what extent do you agree or disagree? SAMPLE ESSAY It is believed by some professionals that every student should learn how to play musical instruments. In my opinion, I disagree that all students should be required to learn musical instruments as it would be problematic,...
PART 1 WEEK ANSWERS What is your favorite day of the week? (Answer 1) Undeniably, it’s Friday. I’m usually more motivated to go to work on that day as I’m always looking forward to the day after that day. So, after work on that day, I usually eat out (eat at...
Author, IELTS Speaking & Writing Coach, Band 9.0 Speaking, First Attempt
Hi students! My name is Julius, and I'm the author of IELTSDragon. I'm a non-native English speaker who scored a Band 9.0 on the IELTS Speaking test on my first attempt.
I hold a degree in Communication Arts from Cebu Normal University, one of the Philippines' prestigious state universities, and I'm a licensed teacher and TESOL-certified. Over the years, I've taught English in a range of settings, including Business English to Japanese professionals at Nikkei while working for a UK-based company.
I built this website so you don't have to waste time and money retaking the exam. Every sample answer here comes from my experience as a Band 9.0 achiever and IELTS Speaking and Writing coach, written to sound conversational and natural, because that natural delivery is what gave me a crisp Band 9.0.
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