IELTS Writing Test tip 2

Today's best IELTS tip is another tip about the IELTS Writing Test.

Remember that there are more marks awarded to IELTS Writing Task 2 than to IELTS Writing Task 1.  Task 2 carries two-thirds of the marks, Task 1 only a third.  I therefore strongly suggest that you  keep to the suggested timing of 20 minutes for task 1 and 40 minutes for task 2.

I have heard of too many situations where candidates have spent far too long on task 1 in the IELTS Writing Test and therefore not finished Task 2.  You must successfully complete both tasks to score well.

Make sure you do some time practice IELTS Writing Tasks before the day of your IELTS test so that you know exactly what 20 / 40 minutes 'feels like'.

For speaking tips, why not download my free IELTS Speaking report; Speaking Test Tips from an IELTS Tutor.  I'm sure you'll find it useful!

Alanna