The Don’ts of IELTS Essay
– Write too many words if your English is average (aim for 250-265) – Use contractions such as “don’t”, “shouldn’t”, etc – Overuse connecting words (assessors expect that!) – Jump from one idea to the next: link, link, link! – Mix arguments “for” and “against” in the same paragraph – Use the wrong tone (essays are always formal) – Use abbreviations – Repeat words or overuse primitive verbs (does, makes, gets) – Cross out many things – Write illegibly – Use idioms too frequently or inappropriately – Write in a babyish manner (bad grammar and poorly developed ideas) – Become a clock victim (constantly look at the clock and panic) – Start writing without a plan – Forget to leave a blank line between paragraphs – Use generalisations (“All”, “Every”) as this reflects an immature way of thinking – Use simple sentences if you want a high score – Use cliches as they are often too informal – Use ‘lazy’ expressions (“and so on”, “etc”). – Copy part of task question – Agre...
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