Comments on: An IELTS Task 2 Essay Most Students Got Wrong

By: Elleine

Elleine — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 03:51:17 +0000

In reply to Nayana.

Hi there, this essay does not take a neutral position—it presents a conditional “agree” stance, which is perfectly acceptable in IELTS. The introduction makes this clear: “It is agreed that it is correct to exclude people from certain jobs on the basis of their gender, but only in very limited circumstances.” This shows a definite position (agree, but with conditions), rather than neutrality. If you have any further questions, please email us at chris@ieltsadvantage.com.

By: Nayana

Nayana — Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:28:28 +0000

In reply to Jumaine. Hi, I too have the same question. This essay has a neutral position. Neither agree nor disagree, but the question clearly asks, " Is it right to exclude males or females from certain professions because of their gender?" . So, this question is not answered, isn't it? Is it ok?

By: Dheeraj T

Dheeraj T — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 19:52:58 +0000

In reply to Sofia. So didn’t the above essay do quite the opposite, after affirming that women lack the physical strength, why did it go around and exemplify the opposite. Also can you help with the concession statement.

By: Jumaine

Jumaine — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 10:06:00 +0000

In reply to Hesam.

Hi there! Thanks for your comment. Unfortunately, I’m not 100% sure what you’re asking. Can you please rephrase your question?

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By: Hesam

Hesam — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 00:38:06 +0000

Hi, why the issue is neutral? it asks ‘is it right’? you shouldn’t pick up a side? Thank you so much

By: Jumaine

Jumaine — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 13:58:22 +0000

In reply to Saad Qasmi.

Hi there! The instructions say to write at least 250 words. You do not lose marks if your essay is under 250 words or if your essay is very long. However, you should aim for between 260-290 words. If you’d like our team of IELTS teachers to guide you through your exam preparation and give you feedback on your work, you should ask us about joining our VIP Course. Simply send us an email here: chris@ieltsadvantage.com

By: Saad Qasmi

Saad Qasmi — Sun, 15 Aug 2021 19:37:03 +0000

Hy Chris, is it ok to have words limit exceeded by a number of 40 to 50 words?

By: Sofia

Sofia — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 15:26:34 +0000

In reply to Teemah.

Hi there, ‘this essay will discuss’ is fine if it is a discussion type essay and the opinion is clearly stated.
No, they shouldn’t be neutral. If their opinion is asked for, they should come down clearly on one side or the other. So, if they think it is right to be excluded, give two reasons why, if it is wrong, two reasons why not.
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By: Teemah

Teemah — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 12:33:49 +0000

Hello Chris, thank you for this example. I have a question regarding the first paragraph, the 3rd sentence where you stated this essay will discuss… , I thought those are some of the things that you stated are unnecessary in your video. Another question I have is will a candidate get a good score for being neutral, I thought the correct thing is to state whether it is right or not right for people to be excluded from jobs based on gender?

By: Sofia

Sofia — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 13:52:41 +0000

In reply to Mridhul Nair Baskaran.

Yes, that is a good way to start.
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