Recent IELTS Topics in Writing Task 2 for 2025

December

Agree & Disagree

In the modern world, using animals for food or animal products, such as clothing and medicines, is no longer necessary. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Agree & Disagree

Many people believe that reducing the income gap between the rich and the poor can lead to a happier society. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Direct Question

Nowadays, more and more people want to get things done instantly (such as services, information, and tasks). Why is this? Do you think this is a positive or negative development?

Agree & Disagree

Art classes, such as painting or drawing, are as important for children's development as other subjects, so they should be compulsory in high school. Do you agree or disagree?

Agree & Disagree

Successful sports professionals can earn much more than those in other important professions, like nurses, doctors, and teachers. Some people think it is fully justified, while others believe it is unfair. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Discussion

Some countries have legal ages at which people can drink. Other countries believe not having strict laws is a better policy. Discuss both and give your opinion.

November

Agree & Disagree

In some countries, celebrities complain about the way the media publicizes their private lives. Some people say that they should accept it as part of their fame. Do you agree or disagree?

Discussion

Some people think that the best way to succeed is to get a university education, while others disagree and say that it is no longer true nowadays. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Opinion

In the modern world, it is possible to communicate with people via the Internet without any face-to-face contact with others. Is it a positive or negative development?

Agree & Disagree

The values that we learn from our parents and family have a greater influence on our future success than the knowledge and skills we learn at school. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

October

Cause & Solution

Many people do not know their neighbors. Why is this? What can be done?

August

Discussion

Nowadays, people believe that governments should invest taxpayers’ money in healthcare, while others believe that money should be used in other areas. Discuss both points of view and give your opinion.

Agree & Disagree

Large companies should pay CEOs and executives higher salaries than other workers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Cause & Effect

In some countries worldwide, men and women have children at a later age than in the past. What are the reasons for this development? What are the effects on society and family life?

Agree & Disagree

Some students choose to travel after leaving school and before going to university. Many people, however, say that working experience is more useful in adult life than travel. Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

July

Agree & Disagree

Some people think that the increasing use of computers and mobile phones for communication hurts young people's reading and writing skills. Do you agree or disagree?

Discussion

Some people think that individuals are becoming more dependent on each other in modern society, while others believe that individuals are becoming more independent of each other. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

June

Agree & Disagree

It is a natural process for animal species to become extinct, e.g., dinosaurs. There is no reason why people should try to prevent this from happening. Do you agree or disagree?

Advantages & Disadvantages

Health services are a basic necessity. However, private companies have made them quite costly for ordinary individuals. Do the advantages of private health care outweigh its disadvantages?

May

Agree & Disagree

Some people think the government should not spend on international aid because there are disadvantaged people in their countries, such as the unemployed and homeless. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Direct Question

Mobile phones and the internet could have many benefits for older adults. However, this age group uses technology the least. What are the benefits for older adults of using mobile phones and the internet? How can we encourage them to use this new technology?

Agree & Disagree

The international community should take action immediately to ensure that all countries reduce the consumption of fossil fuels, such as gas and oil. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

April

Agree & Disagree

Since most information about culture and history can be found online, museums and art galleries are no longer needed. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Discussion

Some people think technology development decreases crime, while others believe it actually encourages crime. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Discussion

Some people think most crimes are the result of circumstances like poverty and other social problems. Others believe that they are caused by people who are bad in nature. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

Discussion

Some people think that advertising may have positive economic effects. Others think it has negative social effects because advertising makes individuals less satisfied with what they are and have. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

March

Direct Question

Many young people do not know how to manage their money when graduating high school. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to teach them this important skill?

Cause & Effect

Nowadays, not enough students choose science subjects at universities in many countries. What are the reasons for this problem? What are the effects on society?

Discussion

Some people think that the success of life is based on hard work and determination. Others, however, believe that there are more important factors, such as having money or a good appearance. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.

February

Discussion

Innovation is often driven by the pursuit of profit and economic growth. However, some argue that it should prioritize addressing social and environmental issues. Discuss both sides and give your own opinion.

Problem & Solution

Eco-tourism often involves visiting remote and fragile ecosystems, which raises concerns about the impact on local cultures and indigenous communities. What problems can this cause? How can these problems be resolved?

January

Agree & Disagree

Everybody should donate a fixed amount of their income to support charity. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Agree & Disagree

In today’s digital age, anyone with a smartphone can capture and share photographs. This accessibility to photography diminishes the value of professional photographers. To what extent do you agree or disagree?