Matching Pairs IELTS sample essay structuresOnline version IELTS Academic Writing - task 2, sample essay structures (ex. introduction & conclusion) by Ann Kill 1 Discussion essay (Discuss both views) 2 Two-part questions 3 Opinion essay (agree or disagree) 4 Problem / cause & solution essay 5 Advantages & disadvantages 1. State and explain the problem OR Say why it is so 2. Other reasons for this 3. Solutions 1. Answer the first question 2. Answer the other question 1. Reason why ypu agree / disagree 2. Another reason why you agree / disagree 3. Concession paragraph - reason why you don't agree / disagree = an exception to your argument 1. State and discuss first viewpoint 2. State and discuss the other view 3. Your opinion 1. Advantages 1 (2. Advantages 2) 2. Disadvantages