📝 How to Lock Band 7 in Task Response for All 10 IELTS Essay Types Part-2
If you are aiming for Band 7+ in IELTS Writing Task 2, mastering Task Response (TR) is non-negotiable. Many students write long essays but still end up stuck at Band 6 because they don’t fully answer the question.
Previously, we discussed the difference between Band 6, 7, and 8 in TR. In this post, let’s focus on how to achieve Band 7+ Task Response in any essay type or pattern in IELTS Writing Task 2.
🔑 Quick Recap: What Is Task Response?
Task Response (TR) checks how well you answer the question. It examines:
- Whether you addressed all parts of the question.
- Whether you stated and maintained your opinion clearly.
- Whether your ideas are developed and supported with reasoning or examples.
- If your essay stays relevant and focused throughout.
Note: Missing even one part of the question can drop your TR score below Band 7.
🟢 10 IELTS Essay Types & TR Tips
Below, you’ll find what Band 6, 7, and 8 look like in each essay type — and how to level up.
1️⃣ Advantages and Disadvantages
Band 6: Lists points without proper examples.
Band 7: Explains advantages and disadvantages clearly with examples.
Band 8: Goes deeper with relevant evidence and balance.
Tip: Always follow up a point with "why" or "how" to add development.
2️⃣ Do Advantages Outweigh Disadvantages?
Example: “Do the benefits of urbanization outweigh the drawbacks?”
Band 6: Mentions pros/cons but unclear opinion.
Band 7: Clear position supported with logical examples.
Band 8: Detailed reasoning justifying which outweighs which.
Tip: End with a clear comparative judgment.
3️⃣ Positive or Negative Development
Example: “Is increased social media use a positive or negative development?”
Band 7: Clear stance plus good examples.
Band 8: Balanced argument showing short- and long-term effects.
Tip: Mention both effects — immediate vs. future — for depth.
4️⃣ Opinion Essay (Agree / Disagree)
Example: “Children should start school at age 5.”
Band 7: Opinion is clear and relevant examples used.
Band 8: Adds strong reasoning, real-life evidence, and consistency.
Tip: Keep the same position from intro to conclusion.
5️⃣ To What Extent Do You Agree
Example: “Technology makes life easier — to what extent do you agree?”
Band 6: Partial opinion without explanation.
Band 7: Degree of agreement clearly stated and supported.
Band 8: Deep analysis of both views with firm conclusion.
Tip: Use “partially agree” carefully, with logic on both sides.
6️⃣ Discuss Both Views + Opinion
Example: “Some say online learning is better; others prefer classroom study.”
Band 7: Balanced discussion and clear opinion.
Band 8: Builds arguments with real-world examples.
Tip: Dedicate one paragraph per view, then one for your opinion.
7️⃣ Problem and Solution
Example: “What are causes of traffic congestion and how to solve it?”
Band 7: Lists causes & explains practical solutions.
Band 8: Logical ideas connected clearly between problem and solution.
Tip: Show logical links between identified causes and fixes.
8️⃣ Two-Part Question
Example: “Why do people migrate to cities and what problems occur?”
Band 7: Covers both questions but one may lack depth.
Band 8: Both parts are detailed and well-balanced.
Tip: Label parts in your essay (“Answer to 1st Question” & “Answer to 2nd”).
9️⃣ Direct Question Essay
Example: “What are the benefits of reading, and should governments promote it?”
Band 7: Covers all sub-questions with relevant examples.
Tip: Highlight or note both question parts before writing.
🔟 Best Way / To What Extent Essay
Example: “Salary is the most important factor when choosing a job.”
Band 7: Opinion explained comparing logical alternatives.
Band 8: Justifies clearly with multiple angles and real examples.
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📝 Final TR Checklist
- Did I address every part of the question?
- Is my opinion clear and consistent?
- Are all ideas developed logically?
- Did I provide relevant examples?
- Does each paragraph connect to the topic?
- Have I avoided repetition or off-topic ideas?
- Does my conclusion summarize my position?
If all boxes are checked ✅, your Task Response is Band 7+ ready!
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