IELTS Writing Task 2: Discussing Two Opinions

How to answer Discuss Two Opinions question in IELTS writing task 2

What is the question?

In this essay, IELTS examiners want you to discuss two different opinions and at the end, you need to conclude with your personal opinion. Therefore, it is important that you choose the opinion according to your point of view after reading the question.

Let’s look at an example:

A growing number of people feel that animals should not be exploited by people and that they should have the same rights as humans, while others argue that humans must employ animals to satisfy their various needs, including uses for food and research.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

With this type of essay, you have two opinions:

1. Animals should not be exploited by people.

2. Humans must employ

Answer:

Considering both the opinions, I would argue that though it is the responsibility of individuals to take due care of their health, government also has a big role to play in regulating the food supply and encouraging healthy lifestyle. Efforts are required from both the sides in order to ensure people’s health.

Exercise:

Now try using these phrases to show your disagreement for the following:

1. Sports professionals are earning huge money as compared to other professionals. Some people think it is completely justified, however it is unfair according to some.

2. Movement of goods feely across the national borders is often considered as necessity for economic growth, while others think it is damaging the local industries.

3. The trend towards online learning is increasing day by day. Some believe that the traditional method of attending classes is best, however others are of the opinion that online learning is a positive change in the field of education.

c. Vocabulary for expressing partial agreement:

● To some extent…..

● More or less…..

● In a way…..

● So to speak…..

● Up to a point I agree…..

● I agree to the given statement to some