IELTS Writing: How to score 7+
The average score in IELTS writing is 6.5 and there are few students who score 7 or more than this. In spite of working hard students got score much in this test so we will give you some tips on How to score 7+.
Continue same flow from start to end – As you know that there are two types of English used in writing British English and American English. There is misconception in this that only one of the above mentioned is accepted in IELTS writing test but I will like to clear that both styles are acceptable in IELTS. But you should remember one basic rule that you should continue with the same flow. If you started American English than you should use the same throughout the test and if opted British English stick to it. Don’t mix the writing styles as this can result in reduction of your results.
Use linkers – Linkers can increase your scores as it makes your writing impressive. Linkers like Though, Although, and, but, still, despite, to add to it, notably, and in spite of are a few examples. Use the linkers as and when it is required and the choice of the word should be correct to make the essay interesting to read. Don’t use same word again and again so avoid repetition and use variety of linkers in your content.
Avoid repetition – Use range of synonyms as it can enhance your score for lexical resources. Moreover, you the repetition of the same word can be avoided. Writing same word again and again, makes the essay boring to read. You should show your proficiency in the language to the examiners, and your knowledge of synonyms makes it an engaging document to read.
Range of vocabulary – Use a range of vocabulary as it is another factor that can increase your scores. Using different words will prove that you have a good command on the language and your bag is full of several types of words. Make sure that you use that words that you are familiar with as wrong usage of words can cut your scores.
Stick to word count – If you write less in the writing tasks your scores are deducted but if you write more than it is required than also your scores can be deducted. You must be thinking how can the scores be deducted for writing more? If you write more than you will get short of time and may be you will not be able to conclude your material in a proper way. Besides, in order to write more you will write irrelevant material and the examiner will deduct your scores for this also. So it’s good to stick to the word limit and the ideal word limit for task 1 is 150-170 and task 2 250-280.
Relevancy – Relevancy is very important to get 7+ scores in IELTS writing. Write relevant answer for the question. Write what you are told to write don’t go out of track. If you are asked to write about your village, it is better to focus on the features, pros, and cons of the place rather than describing the third person existing in that area. It highlights your understanding of the language. Don’t make it irrelevant.
Accuracy – Make sure that your writing is grammatically accurate and check for the spellings. Sometimes, these errors can change the whole sense of the sentence. Examiners don’t ignore these mistakes and they will definitely punish you.
Write short sentences – Always try to write in short sentences as in short sentences the chances of mistakes get low.
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