IELTS Writing

IELTS Writing Test

IELTS Writing (What is IELTS Writing test, structure of test, test marking, how edge overseas helps students with this test)

The Writing Module

The Writing Test is the third part of the IELTS test. It takes place after the Reading Test.

The Writing Test has two tasks which you have to complete in 60 minutes and it is recommended that you spend about 20 minutes on task-1 and 40 minutes on task-2.

Duration and Format

Academic Writing (Time: 60 mins)General Training Writing (Time: 60 mins)
The Task 1 requires candidates to write a description of at least 150 Words. This is based on material found in a chart, table, graph or diagram and demonstrates their ability to present information and to summarize the main features of the input.The Task 1 requires candidates to write a letter of at least 150 words either asking for information, or explaining a situation.
For the Task 2, candidates write a short essay of at least 250 words in response to a statement or question. They are expected to demonstrate an ability to present a position, construct an argument and discuss abstract issues.For the Task 2, candidates write a short essay of at least 250 words in response to a statement or question. They are expected to demonstrate an ability to present a position, construct an argument and discuss issues.

The IELTS writing test marking scheme is divided into four parts

TASK 1TASK 2
Task AchievementTask Response
Coherence and CohesionCoherence and Cohesion
Lexical ResourceLexical Resource
Grammatical Range and AccuracyGrammatical Range and Accuracy

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