Writing Test Hints
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write directly on the given topic. Once you have accurately determined what the
topic and the topic question is, keep to the topic throughout the entire piece of writing.
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write for the intended reader. This means you should write your answer in a formal
academic style. For instance, if you are asked to write for a university lecturer, your
answer must be written in the formal style expected.
It is inappropriate to write in note form in the IELTS test (unless specifically requested).
It is inappropriate to use
colloquial or
slang words or expressions in formal writing.
Also, you should avoid using the word
"thing ", or words containing the word
"thing ",
such as
"something" or
"anything". Use more descriptive words instead.
It is not generally acceptable to use
"etc." or
"and so on" in formal writing. Instead,
make a list of at least 3
examples of what you wish to say, and punctuate as follows:
e.g. " ...
in the water, air and soil " but " ...
they sat for the test, passed, and
failed to use their qualifications. "
Note that the comma after the second last item is usually included
only if there might
otherwise be an unintended confusion of meaning, as in the second example above.
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write what is expected. If the task includes the words "(write from) your own
experience", it means from the knowledge you have of a particular topic, and does not
usually mean writing about your personal experiences (unless specifically requested).
e.g.
"Language-learning overseas is an extremely difficult process."
not
"When I was in England, I found learning a language to be very difficult."
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write all that is requested in the task. For instance, if you are asked to give
recommendations or advice, make sure that you do. Also, avoid making statements that
are too general, too simple, and too obvious. Your answer should be written in some detail.
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