IELTS WRITING TASK 2 QUESTIONS ON TRAVEL AND TRANSPORT

  1. In many countries, people tend to move overseas or to a different part of their country after retirement.
    Discuss why they do so and what the outcomes of this situation are. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

  2. Some people prefer to use energy-saving modes of transportation, such as hybrid cars and bicycles. Others prefer conventional modes of transportation, such as buses and trains, because they are fast and efficient.
    Which mode of transportation do you prefer and why?
    Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

  3. Low-cost airlines lack many of the conveniences offered by traditional airline flights. However, ticket prices are usually much lower.
    Discuss the positive and negative aspects of lower airfares for travellers. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your response.

  4. Is it beneficial for families when parents need to travel frequently for work or move to other cities? Is relocating to a new place positive for children?
    Discuss your opinion and support it with specific reasons and examples.

  5. Better driver education aimed at improving driving habits is more effective than imposing heavier punishments for traffic offences.
    To what extent do you agree or disagree?
    Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

  6. Some people like to travel abroad. Others would rather visit tourist attractions in their own country before travelling overseas.
    Which do you prefer and why?
    Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

  7. Although more and more people use public transportation, some city streets are still heavily congested with traffic.
    How can this problem be solved?
    Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

  8. People are more mobile nowadays and seldom live in the same city for their entire lives.
    Why do you think this is happening? What are the consequences of this trend?
    Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

  9. In some countries, the government promotes public transportation as the primary means of travel and discourages private vehicle ownership.
    Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

  10. Compared to the past, people can now work in locations far from their homes because of modern transportation.
    How has this affected the lives of workers?
    Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of modern transportation. Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.

  11. Recent surveys show an increased interest in relocating to and travelling to other countries.
    What may be the reasons for this trend, and what are the possible outcomes of this behaviour?
    Provide examples to support your opinion.