IELTS Writing Task 2 Opinion Topics/Questions 2025

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The list of Task 2 Opinion topics that were added by IELTS student in 2025. These Opinion questions could be repeated from previous months. Keep in mind that the provided Opinion questions are not predictions. The collection of Opinion questions is updated every hour. Choose one of the topics and start practicing answering this type of question to prepare for the IELTS exam and to get a good grade.

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Some people think news has no connection to people's lives, so it is a waste of time to read the news in newspapers and watch television news programs. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to help them learn this distinction. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? What sort of punishment should parent and teacher be allowed to use to teach good behavior to children?
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Some people think it is more important to spend money on roads and motorways than on public transport system such as railways and tram. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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The average age for individuals to give birth is increasing. Some people think that it will have negative impact on family and country. What is your opinion about this?
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Currently the number of social problems involving young people is rising because more parnets spend time at workd than with their childern. To what exent do you agree or disagree? Give specific reasons and examples to supprot your answer.
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It is argued that the parents of children who break the rules should be punished in some ways as parents are responsible for the children’s actions. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Nowadays both scientists and tourists can go to remote natural environments such asthe South Pole. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
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Some people believe unpaid community service should be a compulsory part of high schol programmes (for example working for a charity, improving the neighborhood or teaching sports to younger children). To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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In many countries, schools have severe problems with student behaviors. What do you think are the causes of this? What solutions can you suggest?
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In the future, people may no longer be able to pay for things in shops using cash. All payments may have to be made by card or using phones. Do you think this will happen one day? Why do you think some people might not be happy to give up using cash? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write atleast 250 words
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In many countries the number of animals and plants is declining: Why do you think this is happening? How can this isuue be solved?
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Some people say newspapers are the best source of news, but others say that the Internet is better. Discuss bath these views and give your own opinion.
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Some people believe that it is a good idea that old people continue to work if it is possible for them to do so. Do you agree or disagree?
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Some people say that the clothes people wear are the most important indication of what they are. Others, however, say that people should not be judged by the clothes they wera. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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People with greater job stability are more satisfied with their jobs than those who frequently change their employment. Do you agree or disagree?
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The government should lower the budget on the arts in order to allocate more money to education.To what extent do you agree? Please try to
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Many museums charge for admission while others are free. Do you think the advantages of charging people for admission to museums outweight the disadvantages?
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Some people argue that holding sporting events is beneficial to a country’s development. However, other people hold the opposite opinion. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Many people today choose to take part in extre sports why do you think people do these sports? Who do you think should pay if people injure themselves while doing an extreme sports?
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In many countries, a small number of people earn extremely high salaries. Some people belive that this is good for the country, but others think that governments should not allow salaries above a certain level. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Some people think that watching sports in one's free time is just a waste of time. To what extent do you agree or disagree with the statement?
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Employees sometime ask people applying for jobs for personal information such as their hobbies and interest and whether they are married or single.Some people say that this information may be relevant and useful while other disagree.To what extent do you agree.
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The news media have too much influence on people’s lives today and this is a negative development. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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The media should include more stories which report good news. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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Some people think that top-level authorities of a company should always take suggestions or ideas from employees to make any decision while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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In their advertising nowadays usually emphasise that their produts are new in some way. why is this? do you think it is a positive or negative development? give reason for your answer and inclue ant relevant example from your own knowledge or expercience.
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As the internet becomes more popular, newspapers are becoming a things of the part. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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Computers today can quickly and accurately translate languages, therefore, it is a waste of time to learn a foreign language. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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When a new town is planned, it is more important to Public Park and sports facilities than shopping centres for people to spend their time in. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
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The UN has recently celebrated their 70th anniversary, What benefits has it bought during this time? Do you think the UN will last next 70 years?
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In many places, people's lifestyle is changing rapidly and this affects family relationships. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
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Wich is more likely to lead to success as a sportperson ,mental toughness or natural stength? Discuss both viewa and give your opinion
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Some People believe that to be successful at a sport you need a natural ability and others think that hard work and practice can make you successful. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Young people who commit crimes should be treated in the same way as adults. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Some believe that secondary school children should study international news like other subjects in school, while others believe that this is a waste of time. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people think that the animals should be treated as pets; others think at animals are sources of food and clothing. Discuss both views and give your opinions.
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Successful people try new things and takes new risks rather than only doing what they know how do well. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
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Women can do everything that men can and they even do it better. they also can do many things that man cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they have to sacrifice a lot for their family and career. It is said a woman’s place is in the home what do you think?
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More and more people are suffering from health problems caused by modern lifestyles which cannot be treated with modern medicines. Some people think that a return to traditional medicine should be encouraged. To what extent do you agree?
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Television injects violence in children, and programs with violent scenes should be banned. Do you agree or disagree with the statement? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
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Some people think climate change has a negative impact on business, while others think that it provides more business options. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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In recent years, there has been growing interest in relatiosnhip between eqaulity and personel achievements. Some people beileve that individuals can achieve more in egalatarian socties. Others believe that high level of personel achievements are possible only if individuals are free to succeed or fail according to their individual merits Discuss both sides and give your own opinion
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In recent years, “responsible tourists” have paid attention to preserving both culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people say that it is impossible to be a “responsible tourist”. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Television has destroyed communication among friends and family. Use specific reasons and examples to support your option.
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Some people think that the fast-food industry has had negative effects on health issues, the environment, and family eating habits. Do you agree or disagree?.
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In some countries young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people nad give your opinion.
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Some people work for the same organisation all their working life. Others think that it is better to work for different organisations. Discuss both these views and giver your own opinion.
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The best way to solve the world 's environment problem is to increase the price of fossil fuel . To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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In some countries university students live away from home and in another cities wile study. Do you think the disadvantages outweigh the advantages of living in another cities?
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What do you think are the most important characteristics for a job you have had or you want to have? Use specific details and examples to support your opinion.
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in many countires nowadays, consumers can go to a supermarket and buy food produced all over tha world. Do you think this is a positive or negative development?
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Some people say History is one of the most important school subjects. Other people think that in today’s world subjects like Science and technology are more important than History. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant example form your own knowledge or experience.
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Nowadays,it is not only large studios that are able to make films.Digital film making now enables anyone to make films.Do you think this is a positive or negative development
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More and more people are using computer and electric devices to access information, therefore there is no need for printed books, magazines and newspapers on paper. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Some people think that all university students should study whatever they like. Others believe that they should only be allowed to study subjects that will be useful in the future, such as those relate to science and technology. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Some people think that universities should provide graduates with the knowledge and skills needed in the workplace. Others think that the true function of a univer¬sity should be to give access to knowledge for its own sake, regardless of whether the course is useful to an employer. What, in your opinion, should be the main function of a university? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own know¬ledge or experience.
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Extreme sports that are dangerous like skiing and rock climbing should be banned. To what extend do you agree or disagree?
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besity was once considered a disease of adults; however, it is becoming increasingly common among children. Why do you think this is happening? What can be done to help children stay healthy?
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Has the importance of travel by water changed now from how it was in the past? Discuss these views and provide your opinion.
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many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugar, which causes many health problems. sugary products should be made more expesive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
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Some people think that managerial posts in private companies and in government are more suitable for men. Others think that given the opportunity women can be successful managers. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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The threat of nuclear power weapons maintains world peace. Nuclear power provides cheap and clear energy. The benefits of nuclear technology far outweigh the disadvantages
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Some believe that money for education should mainly be spent on better computers while others believe it would be better spent on teachers. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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In many countries people tend to move overseas or move to a different part of their country after their retirement. Discuss why it is so and the outcomes of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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Because of traffic and housing problems in the cities, the government encourages businesses to move to the rural areas. Do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?
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Nowadays, a large amount of advertising is targeting children, and it should be banned because of its negative effects. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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commence with the view of disagreement people believe that street markets have their own features and they will remain on the same place in the coming years. To answer it, selling goods on the streets is always available on the rThe recent popularity of online shopping will result in the end of high street shops. To what extent do you agree or diagree.
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In some countries the average weight of people is increasing and their levels of health and fitness are decreasing. What do you think are the cause of these problem and what measures could be taken to solve them ?
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Some people think that going to a fitness centre regularly is unnecessary. Instead, they believe that combining occasional exercise (such as going for walks) with a balanced diet is enough to stay healthy. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience
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Some people think spending a lot on birthdays and marriage celebration is a waste of money but others think it is important to the young people and the society. Discuss both views and give your opinion
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In the past important knowledge of culture and history was started in museums nowady information is freely available on internet therefore is no longer need for museum. To what extent do you agree or disagree
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Using a smartphone to make calls, send and receive emails, access the internet, and so on, has become an essential part of many people's lives. Do you think the advantages of this development outweigh the disadvantages?
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Nowadays, there is a trend that reports of media focus on problems and emergencies rather than positive development. Some people think it is harmful to individual and to society. To what extent do you agree and disagree?
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Some people say that family has the most powerful influence on a child’s development; however, others say that influences such as music, other people,... have the greatest influence on children. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
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Some people are making new friends by using socializing network websites and internet chat rooms.Some people say that this is a good thing.Others say that people should make new friends by face to face chat. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Aircart have been increasingly used to transport fruits and vegetables to some countries where such plant hardly grow or are out of season. Some people consider it a good idea, but some people oppose it Discuss both view and give your opinion
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Some people think that we live in a society where money and possessions are given too much importance. Others believe that his is improving our lives. Discuss both views and give your own opinion
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The amount of sport, shown on television every week has increased significantly and this is having an impact on live sport events. Do you think the benefits of having more televised sport are greater than the disadvantages?
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n a number of countries , some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains between cities. others believe the money should be spent on improving existing public transport. discuss both these views and give your opinion.
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Women can do everything that men can, and they even do it better. They also can do many things that men cannot. But it is a fact that their work is not appreciated as much as men’s, although they must sacrifice a lot for their family and career. What do you think?
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People nowadays sleep less than they used to in the past. What do you think ‎is the reason behind this? What are the effects on individuals and people ‎around them?‎
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Education for young people is important in many countries. However, some people think that the government should spend more money on education for the adult population who cannot read and write. Do you agree or disagree?
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Recent advances in air travel have focused only on those sitting in first class and have left other passengers with no benefits. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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some people think that the government sould spend more money on puplic service rather than wasthing money on the arts. to what extend do you agree
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All cars that burn fossil fuels should be banned and electric cars should replace them. Do you agree or disagree?
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Some people believe that international travel should be restricted to reduce the environmental impact of air travel. Others argue that travel restrictions would be detrimental to the global economy and cultural exchange. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Nowadays, it is increasingly more difficult to maintain the right balance between work and other aspects of one’s life, such as time with family and leisure needs. How important do you think is this balance? Why do people find it hard to achieve?
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Libraries should focus on improving their technological resources rather than in building a larger collection of paper books. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
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Scientific research can be the most effective when done by private companies. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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Some people say that physical education classes are an important of childs education. While others believe that it is more important to focus on academics during school time Discuss both the views and give your opinion
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Some people believe that capital punishment are effective in term of curving crimes and should be given priority during choosing punishment. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
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The government should ban smoking in all public places, even though this would restrict some other people’s freedoms. Do you agree or disagree
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In a number of countries, some people think it is necessary to spend large sums of money on constructing new railway lines for very fast trains betwee cities Others believe the money should be spent on improving existing pub transport. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Today’s society provides people with various ways to lose weight, such as special diets or exercise regimes. Many people believe though that poor food and today’s lifestyle should be addressed first. What is your opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your knowledge or experience.
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Some people think that the government should be responsible for improving public health. Others, however, believe that everyone in the community should take part in this issue. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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news editorsdecidee what to broadcast on television and what to print in newspapers. what factors do you think influence these decisions? do we become used to bad news, and would it be better if more good news was reported?
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ome university students want to learn about other subjects in addition to their main subjects. Others believe it is more important to give all their time and attention to studying for a qualification. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
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Some people believe that free housing should be provided by the government for the under-privileged and people who cannot afford to buy a house. To what extent do you agree or disagree.
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Many manufactured food and drink products contain high levels of sugars which causes many health problems. Sugary products should be made more expensive to encourage people to consume less sugar. Do you agree or disagree?
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Millions of dollars are spent on spac research every year. Some people argue that the money should be spent on improving living standards on Earth. Do you agree or disagree?
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