DOs and DON'Ts in IELTS writing

LIELTS writing is not an artwork or calligraphy. It is a time bound topic writing within a stated framework. You can not write at any style or order. Here are some DOs and DONT's those must be remembered while writing.

A. ACADEMIC WRITING:

TASK-1:  Test takers will be given one or more statistical (chart, graph, table etc) or alike presentation of information on which they have to write the topic.

DOs while WRITINGS:

TASK-1:

• Write at least 150 words as required, an under-worded topic will be penalized for violating the stated criteria.
• Start with a perfect topic sentence so that the examiner feels satisfaction
• Use proper keyword to illustrate the graph, chart or table etc.
• Interpretation of information should be target-reached. The main significant conclusion must be ensured.
• Remember your grammar and lexical resources, use advanced level words with perfect grammar as much as possible
• Be careful about spellings
• Use complex structures of sentence without sacrificing grammar
• Use multiple paragraphs to describe the given task and be sure of all tasks achievement

TASK-2:  Test takers will be given a topic on which they have to write in favor or against the viewpoint of it.

DOs while WRITINGS:
:

• Write at least 250 words as required, an under-worded topic will be penalized for violating the primary requirement.
• Think carefully which side you will stand on. Start carefully with a perfect topic sentence whether you agree or disagree the statement
• Remember your grammar and vocabulary, use high-level words with perfect grammatical pattern as much as possible
  
• Be careful about spellings
• Be rigid to your position, volatile nature or intermediate expression in arguments will be dangerous
• Use complex structures of sentence without sacrificing grammar
  
• Use multiple paragraphs to describe the given task
•  Ensure all tasks achievement

B. GENERAL WRITING:

TASK-1:  Test takers will be given a formal, semi-formal or informal letter which they have to write a complaint, suggestion, invitation etc. to a person or an authority.

DOs while WRITINGS:

TASK-1:

• Write at least 150 words as required, an under-worded topic will be penalized for violating the stated criteria.
• Start with a perfect beginning salutation such as Dear Sir/Madam, Dear Mr. Last Name, Dear First Name
• Use multiple paragraphs and be sure of all tasks achievement
• Remember your grammar and lexical resources, use advanced level words with perfect grammar as much as possible
• Be careful about spellings, use complex structures of sentence without sacrificing grammar
• Close with a proper salutation such as Yours faithfully, Yours sincerely, Best regards etc

TASK-2:  Test takers will be given a topic on which they have to write in favor or against the viewpoint OR a general statement to comment or suggest.

DOs while WRITINGS:
:

• Write at least 250 words as required, an under-worded topic will be penalized for violating the primary requirement.
• Think carefully which side you will stand on. Start carefully with a perfect topic sentence whether you agree or disagree the statement
• Remember your grammar and vocabulary, use high-level words with perfect grammatical pattern as much as possible
  
• Be careful about spellings, ensure all tasks achievement
• Be rigid to your position, volatile nature or intermediate expression in arguments will be dangerous
  
• Use complex structures of sentence without sacrificing grammar
  
• Use multiple paragraphs to write the given task

 COMMON DONT's:

• Do Not write less word than required
• Do Not use loose words or poor grammar
• Do Not leave any task requirement
• Do Not use single paragraph
• Do Not use simple structure of sentences (but simple is better than wrong)
• Do Not use wrong spelling
• Do Not write wrong salutation in opening and closing of letters

GENERAL NOTE: TRY TO WRITE TASK-2 FIRST, AS IT CONTAINS MORE MARKS AND WILL REQUIRE MORE TIME. OTHERWISE, IT MAY BE APPARENT DANGER.