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  IELTS Speaking Part 1 1. Can you tell me your full name? Band 6.5: My full name is Ramesh Patel. Band 7.5: My full name is Ramesh Patel, but most people just call me Ramesh. Band 8.5: My full name is Ramesh Patel. Friends usually call me Ramesh, though in formal settings I prefer being addressed with both my first and last name. 2. Where are you from? Band 6.5: I am from Anand, a small city in Gujarat. Band 7.5: I come from Anand, which is in Gujarat. It is mostly known for Amul, the dairy brand. Band 8.5: I am from Anand, a city in Gujarat often called the Milk Capital of India because of Amul. It has a mix of traditional charm and modern lifestyle, which I really enjoy. 3. Do you work or study? Band 6.5: I work as an English teacher in Anand. Band 7.5: I work as an IELTS tutor in an institute in Anand. I like helping students with their speaking and writing. Band 8.5: I am currently working as an IELTS trainer in a private institute in Anand. My role main...

Preparing for the IELTS Writing Task 2 can feel overwhelming, especially if you are aiming for a Band 8 or higher . The writing section tests not only your grammar and vocabulary but also your ability to develop clear arguments, present balanced ideas, and structure essays logically . Many students struggle to improve from Band 6.5–7.0 to Band 8 because they lack access to high-quality model answers that demonstrate exactly what examiners expect. To help you bridge that gap, we’ve created this collection of IELTS Writing Task 2 Band 8 sample essays based on latest and trending topics for 2025 . These model essays show you how to: Write strong introductions and conclusions. Use advanced but natural vocabulary. Maintain coherence and cohesion across paragraphs. Support arguments with real-life examples. Whether you are preparing for the Academic or General Training IELTS , these Band 8 model answers will give you a clear idea of how to structure your essay and reach ...

Seal, Whale & Dolphin Populations – Gormez Straits The bar chart illustrates the populations of seals, whales, and dolphins recorded in the Gormez Straits in 2006, 2010, 2014, and 2018. Overall, seals remained relatively stable over the period, while whales showed only a slight increase. In contrast, the number of dolphins grew steadily, eventually overtaking both seals and whales by 2018. In 2006, seals had the highest population at around 42, whereas whales and dolphins stood at approximately 24 and 18 respectively. By 2010, the seal population dropped noticeably to just above 30, while whales and dolphins became nearly equal at about 25 each. In 2014, seals recovered slightly to the mid-30s, and dolphins also rose to a similar level, while whales remained unchanged. The most significant growth occurred between 2014 and 2018. Seals climbed sharply to roughly 45, almost matching their 2006 level, while dolphins rose dramatically to just above 50, becoming the largest group. Whales...

  Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition. She was born ___ 1998. He sat ___ the chair and placed his bag ___ the table. The cat jumped ___ the wall. I’ll meet you ___ 7 p.m. We walked ___ the park for an hour. The book is ___ the shelf, right ___ the window. He traveled ___ car, but returned ___ foot. They arrived ___ the airport early. The key is hidden ___ the carpet. She divided the chocolate ___ the children. Part 2 – Prepositions of Time & Place (10 mins) Choose the correct option. My birthday is (on / at / in) July. The train leaves (on / in / at) 5:30. We stayed (in / at / on) London for two weeks. She is waiting (on / in / at) the bus stop. He lives (in / at / on) a village. The movie starts (in / on / at) the evening. There is a picture hanging (at / on / in) the wall. She knocked (on / in / at) the door.  Part 3 – Direction & Movement (10 mins) Fill in the blanks. He walked ___ the rive...

  Passage: The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we live, work, and interact with technology. AI refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, language understanding, and even creativity. AI systems are designed to mimic human cognitive functions, and as technology has advanced, AI has become increasingly sophisticated. The concept of AI was first introduced in the 1950s by British mathematician and computer scientist Alan Turing, whose work laid the foundation for much of modern computing. Turing's theory of "machine intelligence" suggested that machines could simulate human thinking and problem-solving processes. However, the development of AI was slow during the first few decades, primarily due to limited computational power and the complexity of programming machines t...

  Education Education is a topic that most IELTS candidates can relate to, and it's a common theme for the IELTS Writing Task 2. Questions can range from topics such as the classroom to the curriculum. Examples: Many feel that the common educational system of teachers and students in a classroom will be replaced by the year 2050. Do you agree with this view? Give your opinion. Education should be free to all people and should be paid for and managed by the government. Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Technology Much of our world today is heavily influenced by technology, and this topic impacts so many aspects of our lives. Various Task 2 questions have technology as the main idea. Examples: Nowadays, children watch a lot of TV and play video games. However, some think that these activities are not beneficial for a child’s mental health. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Modern technology now allows rapid and uncontrolled acces...