IELTS Writing Task 2 New Topics Week 31 (Updated 2 Aug 2026)

Week 31 2026 IELTS Writing Task 2 question list with essay types. Write timed drafts, then unlock sample essays in Writing Pro.

8 دقيقة قراءةنُشر 28 يوليو 2026محدّث 2 أغسطس 2026

How to use this week’s Task 2 list

Updated 2 Aug 2026 for Week 31. Pick two prompts this week. Plan 5 minutes, write about 40 minutes, then unlock a sample essay in Writing Pro or run Writing Checker before you rewrite once.

Task 2 question list

TypePrompt
OpinionSome people believe governments should spend more on public parks than on shopping centres. To what extent do you agree or disagree?
DiscussionMany people prefer to help strangers online rather than in person. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
Problem / solutionIn some cities, fewer residents know their neighbours. What problems does this cause, and what solutions can you suggest?
Two-partWhy do young people use food delivery apps so often? What effects can this habit have on local restaurants?
Should I memorise a sample essay?+

No. Use samples to study paragraph arcs and precise vocabulary, then write a fresh answer to a different prompt from this list.

Task 1 this week?+

Weekly refresh focuses on Task 2. For charts and letters, use Writing practice packs and the Academic Task 1 Guide.

Task 2 checklist before you submit

Band gains usually come from Task Response and Coherence first. Write a clear position, develop two main ideas with examples, and leave two minutes to fix agreement and articles.

CriterionQuick self-check
Task ResponseDid you answer every part of the prompt with a steady position?
CoherenceDoes each paragraph have one clear job and linking that is not forced?
Lexical ResourceDid you use precise topic words, not rare idioms used wrongly?
GrammarAny subject-verb or article errors you can fix in 2 minutes?