Sophiya Aryal | Both are fine (and it won't change the score), but I agree that it might be 'neater' to use "mix" because I used "make". it helps to reduce the number of tasks needed, instead, it now becomes the make it clear that you only partly agree! That simplicity is largely no longer the case. Juan | Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at 06:38. I wouldn't do that. Nafiseh | conclusion, although living a life without technology could be true to solve I have read somewhere: Use "between" for two items. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 18:07, Posted by: Richard Ma | situations that required devices. Wednesday, March 27, 2013 at 03:08, To understand the difference between 'between' and 'among' watch this video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnJJqfu6i8U, Posted by: family, now, these tasks are given to floor-sweeping robots and automated Posted by: nini | keep it up dude Once work ends, you can still get email notifications and phone calls from managers or co-workers. done more harm than good hurt more than helped, perpetually available can always be contacted, fully present in the moment mindful, not distracted, only serve to isolate keeps you away from others, cheaply chat inexpensively communicate with, predetermining manual work making it so you cant do other jobs, drastic sacrifices big cuts, giving up a lot, compartmentalise technology keep your phone in its place, dnmhmngdlidmflfllvztnwemprktklpplivelblspndtamwpravtlafnlgkesntfkenzndrzltfliprzntnmmntrtnzpljubktjslffnlisvtuasletstentsnliplitindispensiblelmntfltratpridtmnmnjlwkvkenfizbldrstkskrfaszcompartmentalizetknlimstsfalvz. For example, people tend to stay inside in their own rooms rather than talking to each other face to face. Could you kindly help me to review my writing? Mia | in the beginning of the third paragraph? I think that you should use "limited to write" instead of "limited to written" in the sentene below: Hi dear Simon, You can use Facebook Messenger to c_________________ with individuals or make group plans. Instead, people ought to seek ways to compartmentalise technology in order to live happier, more satisfying lives. Thanks. I am quite confused when planning for this type of question, because the answers to the first and the second question can sometimes be mixed together, i.e., you unconsciously judge the change in paragraph two. This term means"However", but it also means "Additionally". Write about the following topic: Modern technology now allows rapid and uncontrolled access to and exchange of information. Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at 19:11, Posted by: Posted by: Wednesday, February 07, 2018 at 04:26. Comparing my writing to this one, all I have to say keep it simple and structurally organized. Without it, you are filtering out quality jobs and predetermining manual work as your vocation. Tehreem Omer | Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 20:08, Hi dear Simon, Thanks. or can you please suggest some alternatives? Dave improved my writing skills in a way that helped me express my ideas more clearly, with higher level English. would you help me by giving me how can i generate ideas insted of any task .please do something for me i am registered for 12th September, Hi Jayed, you can read here about brainstorming ideas: https://howtodoielts.com/how-to-brainstorm-ideas-10-amazing-ways/, "Excellent tips and video lessons! Simon | Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at 23:31. Posted by: Eric | I mean that we should describe this question that wether it is a positive development or negative one Posted by: Posted by: On the other hand, however, it has caused some communication problems these days people tend to focus more on their communication devices rather than connect with people face to face. From a general point of view, could you tell me what you think about it? present we are surrounded by technological devices, however, old people and and cook meals Those tasks have become EASIER that would be a better 2. Email is an indispensable element of nearly every job. This is really efficient, important practice for you because it combines crime and technology two really common topics on IELTS! IELTS Listening: find the comparisons | The way people are becoming dependent on technology, a simple mistake on a calculation or a wrong decision taken by a computer device will create a disaster. Get our weekly email for the best IELTS tips. Monday, June 18, 2012 at 14:50, Posted by: Email is an i_________________ of nearly every job. Hi Simon plz tell me can i write body 2 like first second finally as in body 1..will it be considered as right plan? Monday, August 08, 2016 at 22:07, Posted by: conclusion, although living a life without technology could be true to solve household tasks, such as sweeping the floors and cooking meals for the whole I think it is really easy for me to structure a paragraph using the connectors such as 'firstly, secondly, thirdly (finally)' which you suggested in your ebook. Sample Answers | Consider the nuclear research centre where everything is computerised. We already know this describe how it is harder or more NguyenAnh | The main reason is because in the HI Simon can we used (vehicle travel) as a synonyms for word (car usage). Tina | Saturday, March 03, 2012 at 16:09. Simon | In the past, women spent hours for Simon | No doubt, technology has negative impacts on the human. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 09:56. Can you explain to me the meaning of "a poor substitute"? household tasks, such as sweeping the floors and cooking meals for the whole I just wonder why you mentioned both sides in the second question of this task" How this been a positive or negative development?". Here are some important links to help you improve your scores as well: Listen to the audio before reading and take notes to improve your listening: Some believe technology has made our lives too complex and the solution is to lead a simpler life without technology. Thanks for everything. Thanks, Posted by: Friday, March 02, 2012 at 12:40. Amrit | Cooperation between people in different countries was much more difficult when communication was limited to written letters or telegrams, Posted by: You can follow this conversation by subscribing to the comment feed for this post. Sunday, November 04, 2012 at 15:34. On the one hand, these developments can be extremely positive. In conclusion, technology has certainly revolutionised communication between people, but not all of the outcomes of this revolution have been positive. Welcome to my IELTS online IELTS courses and resources! Samran Yousaf | Nafiseh | Hi Dear Simon veer | A few simple linking features are highlighted. In conclusion, although technology has hurt people, turning away from it is not feasible today without making drastic sacrifices. Once work ends, you can still get email n_________________ and phone calls from managers or co-workers. Posted by Simon in IELTS Writing Task 2 | Permalink. taraneh | IELTS Writing Task 2 Sample Answer: Social Networking Sites (Real IELTS Test). You can use Facebook Messenger to cheaply chat with individuals or make group plans. the complicated lives in todays world, using automated machines will handle You will have approximately 40 minutes to finish your Essay Writing. 3. On the other hand, I believe social network services, such has Facebook and twitter can also have negative consequences. I'm gonna take ielts test next week and your website is really help me practice the test. Therefore,I would be grateful if you could explain this please,because it seems to me very complicated and i could not understand. Mr.Simon wrote "on the one hand" first and then "on the other hand")look thoroughly Quyen | It's common to use 'between' when talking about more than 2 people. by doing this i don't lose the band? Do you think it is advisable? As a result, the method of working is transforming continuously. That simplicity is largely no longer the case. Tony | and why you didn't write on the one hand and then "on the other hand", Posted by: Monday, May 15, 2017 at 10:55, Posted by: Posted by: Most of the students and children even cannot do brainstorming in time base task. Please correct me if I am wrong somewhere. ann | This is an IELTS Writing Task 2 sample essay on the topic of unhealthy foods from the real exam on the topic of unhealthy foods and by Dave | Posted by: To illustrate, webcams and the internet are the predominant reasons behind this. IELTS Writing Task 2/ IELTS Essay: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. Moreover, technology has a greater impact on the young generation. People from Europe can call their friends in China anytime they prefer, instead of taking an airplane to China in order to tell them face to face. If I use American spellings instead of British spellings like : "labor" for "labour", "center" for "centre", etc.. would this affect my score, I mean whether my essay will be marked down or not?? Your organization is match to the the arrange of the question. Also, online information is not always authentic. without the need of technology, our lives could be quite hard in many 2. Wednesday, May 07, 2014 at 12:58. can we write " in conclusion i would like to say that??? Does this layout also grantee band 9? Posted by: Thursday, April 09, 2015 at 10:04. For example, the possibility of connecting to the Internet from any laptop or mobile phone enables users to maintain close relations with their friends and enlarge their circle of acquaintances. reema | Nafiseh | IELTS Writing Task 2/ IELTS Essay: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task. This is an IELTS Writing Task 2 sample answer essay on the topic of technology from a real past IELTS exam/test. are a really common topic on the IELTS Speaking test. Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 03:46. technology it is old v new technology so it is irrelevant. [A2]Not a good idea to do this! responsibility of technological devices, these jobs will be done by machines, It cannot be denied that today technology exerts a strong influence on human relationships. Adel Ansari | Many are of the opinion that technology has d_________________ and we ought to simplify in order to l _________________. IELTS Writing Task 2: 'technology' essay. Email is an indispensable element of nearly every job. If you want to s_________________ with friends and know about events in your area, it is e_________________ to have a phone. Several people have asked me about this question from Cambridge IELTS 8. Thanks! Monday, June 20, 2016 at 09:18, Technology has really changed the way children learn. It is hi there, I am worried about my writing . Their average life expectancy was far more than the generation we see now. My writing teacher tell me that in the first paragraph I should post a classic background relating to the topic. traxanh | hanashahi | Simon | Saturday, March 03, 2012 at 20:55. As a consequence people remained active and fit and also free from ample of ailments namely fatigue, heart disease and severe disease like cancer as well. kuljinder | 5. I'll be sitting the exam on 31st March. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this? I wrote the essay below with the help of some of my students. i mean 9 point from the ielts? The main reason that technology has complicated life for people today is that it has made people p_________________. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 13:12. As far as I know, 'between' is used when we talk about 2 people or objects whereas, from my understanding, you are mentioning about more than 2, meaning that 'among' should be used instead. Saturday, June 16, 2012 at 00:45. Thursday, July 10, 2014 at 20:19, Hi simon, my question is about the adj "revolutionised" is it correct spelling cause I look up on dictionary I found only " revolutionized " like that could u help me plz, Posted by: Sometimes, I find difficulties in finding and arranging the ideas in the essay. I do not understand why we used "on the other hand, in the beginning of the third paragraph? Sunday, July 22, 2012 at 10:05. answer written by domenico is far better than simon's writing,as i have got band 8 in writing,i can say,examiners these days like complex words,rich in vocabulary with clear arguments.In block method one can use both sides of arguments,does not hamper ur band, provided u have clear orientation in writing. This is an IELTS Writing Task 2 Sample Answer essay on the topic of crime and technology. Terry | Should we use "On the one hand" first and then "On the other hand" ? Posted by: Far from being beneficial, this is a danger to our societies. Your rule is only for physical positions (e.g. Posted by: In conclusion, although technology has hurt people, turning away from it is not feasible today without making drastic sacrifices. IELTS Writing Task 2 Simon | Maha | It is true that new technologies have had an influence on communication between people. You should spend about40minutes on this task. 1. Friday, March 02, 2012 at 08:29. By the way, no layout can guarantee a particular score. Many are of the opinion that technology has done more harm than good and we ought to simplify in order to lead more fulfilling lives. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 14:51, Mh, Well noticed. IELTS Writing Task 2 carries more weights than Writing Task 1. really hard to use, resulting in creating harder and more complex life for them. Posted by: sajal | cookers, meaning they will have more time for leisure and their beloved. I am very highly obliged Posted by: Me | without technology could be the best solution to solve the complexity of our lives, especially for elderly or 2. Whats worse, more and more traffic accidents have been reported that the drivers concentration on their phones instead of the road should be blamed. The successful in technological development has created a more complicated life for people and in order to solve this issue and it is thought [A1]to live without the appearance of technology. IELTS Writing Task 2 (IELTS Essay Writing) requires a candidate to use a wide range of vocabulary. As an example, most of the students are using Wikipedia and imitating the same text in their projects or assignment which is an abominable way to pass the exam. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 12:49. In my view, technology has affected peoples relationship in various ways and the effects can be either positive or negative. In my opinion, I hold a balanced view in this issue. These idea are too much strong so i like most, Posted by: Firstly, if it is true that social networks can remove geographic barriers, it is equally true that they may give rise to a sense of isolation and loneliness in those who use them. It is true that newly-invented technologies have been changing the way we communicate. Technology has had an impact on relationships in business, education and social life. Copyright 2013 - 2020 IELTS Mentor. Posted by: Leo | Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 11:53. why hv u written" on the other hand"in 3rd paragraph? In conclusion, although technology has hurt people, turning away from it is not f_________________ today without making d_________________. Monday, September 07, 2015 at 10:48. In my opinion, it is easy for readers to misuderstand the term"on the other hand". In conclusion, technology has certainly marked a turning point in the way people communicate, but the effects it has on the relationships they establish are detrimental. Write about the following topic: Modern technology is now very common in the most workplaces. Posted by: bedo | state-of-the-art and newest smartphones like iPhone X or Note 8. Can i write this essay like technology has affected various kinds of relations in both positive and negative way then explain its effects on various relations in body paras and in conclusion i write that it is a double edge sword and to make it complete positive developmentlimitations on its usage should be implemnted. This eassy is very useful for me. Thursday, March 01, 2012 at 04:28. Posted by: Pam | Lily | Ava | Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at 12:40, Posted by: For example, some people may deliberately distribute fault information online in order to gain illegal profit. I know that you don't offer essay correction on this website. In my opinion, the advancement of technologies are designed to help people communicate more effective. On the one hand, the effects can be positive. Several people have asked me about this question from Cambridge IELTS 8. Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at 16:19. In addition to that, Internet can cover long distances and thus persuade them that friends are closer than they really are. Though it is claimed that technological advancement has enhanced peoples lifespan and cured many diseases, I do not see that it is true. Sample Answers | maryjane | Fire Mockingjay | Tim | 2. Your support is of great importance to me. The main reason because by using smart devices, Teleworking enables employees to communicate more efficiently to improve productivity. Nosirkhan | Phones (cell phones, smartphones, and mobile phones - they're all the same thing!) Erica | Many are of the opinion that technology has done more harm than good and we ought to simplify in order to lead more fulfilling lives. Sign up for a free 5. Do you think there are disadvantages to relying too much on technology. 2 Comments. 4. Thanks a lot. hussain | On one hand, people are now no longer suffering from the disconnection of their friends and families due to long distance separation. 5 Comments. Instead, people ought to seek ways to c_________________ in order to live happier, m_________________. These are helpful for me in study time Here's an explanation: http://www.oxforddictionaries.com/words/ize-ise-or-yse, Posted by: many tasks that in the past humans needed to involve in. Monday, January 15, 2018 at 16:28, Posted by: 1. Monday, March 05, 2012 at 11:52. Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 20:23, Sorry,I mean why "( on the other hand)"? leila | I agree that technology has its drawbacks but I think turning away from technology is impractical. Vishal Majra | Both ways of spelling it are fine. Nowadays the way many people interact with each other has changed because of technology.In what ways has technology affected the types of relationships that people make? Monday, January 28, 2013 at 06:59, Posted by: Moreover, online studying systems can provide the accessibility to well-organized courses for students from rural area and the quality of education can be guaranteed. The end result is that you can never be fully present in the moment because work always threatens to pull you back. Use "among" for more than two. IELTS Vocabulary | How do you think we can avoid repeating ideas in two main paragraphs? It asks to the extent you agree/disagree Posted by: Huyen | Monday, April 09, 2012 at 16:37, Hi Simon! Posted by: We should also educate our young generation on the importance of face to face communication, as they are the future of human being. However, the outcomes are not always good. Social network is one of the main reasons for the reduction of outdoor activities. Maral | many tasks that in the past humans needed to involve in. "Is it wrong if I organize the essay in 2 parts, one for positive effects, one for negative effects and explain more detail in which way they impact on each part", Posted by: Although life has become more complicated and this is a negative development, shutting yourself off from technology would only serve to isolate people from the world. Hi Simon, "written" is correct because I'm using it as an adjective: "written letters" = letters that are written (by hand). using physical keyboard phones such as Nokia 550 rather than using - the effect of technology Posted by: 3. then again " on the other hand" in the following paragraph while both paragraphs talk about the same things (advantagesof technology no different ideas). (By the way, you can get my other sample answers for task 1 here, for task 2 here and my exclusive Monday, June 05, 2017 at 08:56. Monday, December 01, 2014 at 07:44, well am very good in writing task 1or 2 but my main problem is that i do not complete my both the task with in one hour .plz suggest me some tips .How can i manage the time properly, Posted by: However, sometimes, in first main paragraph, I already used these connectors, but in second main paragraph, I still want to express my ideas, solutions, or negatives(positives) in such a style, is that OK to reuse these connectors ("firstly, secondly, thirdly")? Monday, March 12, 2012 at 22:30, So lucky I found this website! can easily be seen that people aged 60 or above and technophobes will prefer Hi Simon, Thanks a lot. Technology made us work less and move even least. Tuesday, July 21, 2020 at 07:42, IELTS Writing Task 1: 'process' introduction and overview , https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnJJqfu6i8U. By the way I just wonder about spelling mistakes in writing IELTS test. Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 06:37, Please tell me pros and cons effect of technology and science, Posted by: Tuesday, August 05, 2014 at 15:00. -It is true that new technologies have had an influence on communication between people. The most important aspect of your essay is your use of the English language. I have read your essay and I realize a very clear organization. You must use the transitional or connective words in your writing task 2 as it is considered one of the important factors for a high band score. Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at 10:02, Hi simon THANKS SIMON.. Anuly | Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 20:41, This Question was asked in Nigeria,March exams 2013.Sport is a big business and has made sport professionals rich.Companies has invested financially and in other ways.What positive and negative developments does it have in sports.What is your opinion.How can one go about this question.Thanks, Posted by: These days, technology has epidemically flared and even overtaking the humans, who are the inventors of the technology. Dave. Secondly, Skype and other office oriented software can deliver the feasibility for experts from different locations, or even countries, to brainstorm together and solve over-complicated problems. 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