6 more IELTS essay questions from 2021 broken down!

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Right, back to the episode! Today, Nick and I look at six more essay topics that have been reported from the IELTS tests in 2021. We will breakdown each question to explain what makes it tricky and how you can approach it best.
This is an interactive lesson, so please go to our episode page to read and generate ideas for each of the questions before you listen: https://blog.myieltsclassroom.com/ielts-essay-questions-from-2021/

In this episode, we will discuss the following questions

1. Some people think that criminal behaviour has genetic causes. Others argue that it is circumstances that lead people to commit a crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
2. Some people believe that women should be able to join their country’s army and police forces. Others believe that only men should be allowed to work in these areas. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
3. In some countries, there are not enough medical or educational facilities in rural areas. Therefore, some people believe newly graduated teachers and doctors should be sent to work in rural areas for some time. Others believe that people should be free to choose where they work after graduation. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
4. Eighteen is the appropriate age for children to finish school.
   To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?
5. Some people argue that thanks to the widespread accessibility of the internet, libraries are no longer necessary. Do you agree or disagree?
6. In many countries today the proportion of older people in the population is higher than the proportion of younger people. Do you think this is a positive or a negative development?

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