IELTS Writing Test 13

2 Questions- Exam-style practice
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IELTS Writing

Time: 60 minutes

Instructions to candidates

  • Answer both tasks.
  • You can change your answers at any time during the test.

Information for candidates

  • There are 2 tasks in this test.
  • Task 2 contributes more to the final band score than Task 1.

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The tasks in IELTS Writing Test 13

Try IELTS Writing Test 13 with a table on US international student funding, a formal volunteering letter, and a problem-solution essay on job losses due to automation.

Tasks
2 (Task 1 and Task 2)
Time
60 minutes
Word count
150+ and 250+
Scoring
Four official criteria

Academic Task 1: Table

  • The table illustrates the main sources of financial support for international students in the United States in the academic years 2003/04 and 2013/14. It includes figures for the number of students funded, the percentage of total students, and the percentage change over the period.
  • Summarize the key features and make comparisons where relevant.

General Training Task 1: Formal letter

  • You saw an advertisement from a company looking for volunteers to help during a local charity event. Write a letter to the organization. In your letter:
  • Explain why you are interested in volunteering
  • Mention your relevant skills or experience
  • Ask about the tasks you would be expected to do

Task 2 essay: Problem and solution essay

  • In many countries, large numbers of employees are being laid off due to automation and changes in the global economy.
  • What problems does this cause, and what are some possible solutions?

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