IELTS Writing Topics: Government

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Here are some past IELTS Task 2 Writing Topics.  Could you write 250 words in 40 minutes?

Some people believe they should keep all the money they have earned and should not pay tax to the state.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

All primary, secondary and tertiary education should be free for all people and paid for by the government.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

In some countries an increasing number of people are suffering from health problems as a result of eating too much fast food.  It is therefore necessary for governments to impose a higher tax on this kind of food.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

In many countries, more and more young people are leaving school but are unable to find jobs. 

What problems does youth unemployment cause for individuals and the society?

What measures should be taken to reduce the level of unemployment among youngsters?

Improvements in health, education and trade are essential for the development of poorer nations.  Therefore, the governments of richer nations should take more responsibility for helping the poorer nations in such areas.

To what extent do you agree or disagree?