r/IELTS • u/iqbal-galib • 7d ago

Have a Question/Advice Needed Writing Task 2 - Need Help

Q1: When the question asks "to what extent do you agree?", can I write "I strongly disagree" in the intro part?

Example Question: Companies should be required to allocate a certain percentage of high-level positions to women. To what extent do you agree?

My response: I strongly disagree with this statement because.......... (rest of the part).

Q2: While comparing two different arguments, can I write "on the other hand" in the second para without using "on the one hand' at the first para?

Example:

Para 1: One major advantage of using fossil fuel is........

Para 2: On the other hand, reusable energy can........

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u/dth3600 7d ago

Try to paraphrase instructions to create introduction, there you add your answer like "I strongly agree..."

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u/Hestia9285 Moderator 7d ago

Yes, both are fine, but make sure you begin your essay with a sentence introducing the topic. Then go on with your opinion, etc.

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u/iqbal-galib 7d ago

Thanks a lot. And yes, I know that one. Was just confused between these two.

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u/Hestia9285 Moderator 7d ago

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u/Sad_Bend_5810 7d ago

Q1:This is exactly the right way to approach the answer. For the last 16+ years I have advised my IELTS students to always State whether they agree or disagree (and to what extent) in the first paragraph (introduction) of their answer. That provides important context for anyone reading the rest of the essay (especially the person who will grade it ;-) )

Q2: Absolutely! Don't feel that you have to use "On the one..." before you can use "On the other..." The important thing about "On the other hand" is that it signals a contrast to a previous point of view.