How to Plan & Write ielts double Question Essays

sustainable 

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  renewable energy
  

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  energy-efficient
  

With that done, we can focus on the first paragraph of the essay – the introduction.

How To Write an Introduction

The best introductions to IELTS double question essays have a simple 2 part structure:

1)  Paraphrase the question

2)  Outline sentence – state your answer to both questions

It should:

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  Have 2-3 sentences
  

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  Be 40-60 words long
  

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  Take 5 minutes to write
  

1)  Paraphrase the question

Start your introduction by paraphrasing the statement part of the question.

Question statement:

Fossil fuels are essential for producing electricity, powering industry and fueling transportation. However, one day we will reach a point when all the world’s fossil fuels have been depleted.

Paraphrased question: 

The world is currently reliant on oil, coal and natural gas for the majority of its energy requirements but there will come a time when these run out.

We are simply saying the same thing in a different way and using different vocabulary.