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Advantages &
Disadvantages
Essay
 
 
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Types of Question
 
There are two main types of ‘IELTS advantages and
disadvantages’ essay questions:
Type 1:
Questions that ask for your opinion.
Type 2:
Questions that do not require you to state your opinion.
Typical Question Words
 
Advantages & Disadvantages Essay with Opinion
“Do the benefits outweigh the drawbacks?”
“Do the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?”
“What are the advantages and disadvantages of….?”
“Discuss the advantages and disadvantages. Give your opinion.”
 
Example:
A lot of countries rely on tourism as a main source of income.
However, tourism can also cause problems if it is not managed
correctly.
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of international tourism in
today’s modern world. Do you believe that the benefits of tourism
outweigh its drawbacks?
You should:
Write about 
+ 
and 
– 
and say if it’s mostly positive or negative based on
your analysis. 
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Advantages & Disadvantages Essay WITHOUT Opinion
“Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.”
“Discuss the advantages and disadvantages.”
 
Example:
A lot of countries rely on tourism as a main source of income.
However, tourism can also cause problems if it is not managed
correctly.
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern
world.
You should:
Write about