IELTS Energy English 7+ IE 1551: How to Have Ideas for Every Writing Task 2 Essay
Dec 30, 2025
Dive into the art of brainstorming with insightful tips to excel in IELTS Task 2! Discover why idea generation is crucial and how consuming media like news and podcasts can enhance your topic knowledge. Learn to craft strong essays by utilizing personal experiences and working backwards from examples. The hosts share a fun exercise based on a Starbucks-themed prompt to keep you on topic. Finish off with strategies for gathering impactful supporting details on common themes like the environment and economy.
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Begin Brainstorming With A Real Example
- When brainstorming, start with a real example from your life or someone you know to ground your essay.
- Then answer the W's (who, what, when, where, why, how) to generate supporting details quickly.
Work Backwards From Example To Opinion
- Work backwards: choose an example first, then decide your opinion and main idea.
- This speeds up planning and keeps your answer directly related to the question.
Personal Experience With Coffee Chains
- Lindsay shared that coffee chains feel convenient but uniform, while she sometimes prefers a local cafe's personal touch.
- She also recalled a neighborhood cafe closing because customers chose the chain's drive-through.