Below is a list of sample essay questions for IELTS direct questions essays which can come in writing task 2. These essay types are also known as two question essays (although it is possible to get more than two questions).
Direct Questions Essay Tips
- spend time planning the answers to the questions
- each question must have one main point as an answer
- put the answer to each question in a separate body paragraph
- follow a safe direct questions essay model
Direct Questions Sample Titles
News plays an important part of most people’s lives. Why is news so important to people? Why is so much news dedicated to bad news? Should the news focus on good news instead?
Most people agree that money cannot be happiness. Why is happiness difficult to define? How can people achieve happiness?
Success is often measured by wealth and material belongings. Do you think wealth is the best measure of success? What makes a successful person?
The internet is a great course of information and has opened up opportunities for people to learn all over the world. Is all information reliable on the internet? What could be done to control information online?
Art and music are considered some of the fundamental elements of all societies. Do you think art and music still have a place in today’s modern world of technology? Should children spend more time learning art and music at school?
It is often said “when is Rome, do as the Romans do”. Do you think people should adapt and accept the culture of the country they are visit? do you think it is possible to learn a culture without learning the language?
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