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Wednesday, December 06, 2017 
IELTS Writing Task 2: 'young population' topic 
Let's start work on the question below. 
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of 
young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation 
outweigh the disadvantages?
(Source: Cambridge IELTS 12)
Here's how I would approach this type of question: 
1. 
Planning:
Brainstorm advantages and disadvantages of a young population. 
2. 
My view:
Looking at the plan, it should be clear whether I have more (or stronger) advantages or 
disadvantages. Make a decision about what my view is. 
3. 
Introduction:
Write 2 sentences - introduce the topic and my view. 
4. 
Paragraph 2:
Present the weaker side of the argument. 
5. 
Paragraph 3:
Present the stronger side (i.e. the side that 'outweighs' the other view). 
6. 
Conclusion:
Repeat and summarise my view. 
Can you help me to plan some ideas? What are the advantages and disadvantages for countries with 
a large proportion of young adults? 
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Wednesday, December 13, 2017 
IELTS Writing Task 2: 'young population' essay plan 
At the present time, the population of some countries includes a relatively large number of 
young adults, compared with the number of older people. Do the advantages of this situation