IELTS Writing Task 2

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Investing in Space Exploration

An IELTS Writing Task 2 essay prompt. Plan a clear position, develop two supporting paragraphs, and conclude — then get AI feedback in about 45 seconds.

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Estimated time

40 min

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Recommended length

250+ words

Question Prompt

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Some countries spend enormous amounts of money on space exploration programmes, despite the fact that there are pressing problems on Earth such as climate change, poverty, and disease. Do the advantages of large-scale investment in space exploration outweigh the disadvantages?

How to Approach This Question

A quick, practical checklist for this specific task type.

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Decode the task carefully: is it asking for an opinion, a discussion, a cause-and-effect, or a solution?
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Plan four paragraphs (intro, two body, conclusion) before you start writing — 3 minutes of planning pays off.
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Back every main idea with a concrete example (a fact, a statistic, or a realistic scenario).
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Aim for 270–290 words in 40 minutes and leave 2–3 minutes to proofread tenses, subject-verb agreement, and articles.

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