​Writing Task 2 – Final Checklist & Quick Tips (Band 8 Focus)

1️⃣ Before Writing – Planning Stage

قبل از نوشتن، سوال را کامل بخوانید و برنامه‌ریزی کنید.

Read the question carefully → Identify type: Opinion / Discussion / Problem-Solution / Advantage-Disadvantage / Mixed

Underline key points to address

Paraphrase the question

Decide your opinion (if required)

Plan your structure: Introduction → 2 Body Paragraphs → Conclusion

Brainstorm ideas & examples

Allocate time: 5–7 min planning, 25 min writing, 3–5 min checking


Quick Tip: Always have a clear thesis statement in the introduction.


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2️⃣ Introduction

سوال را پارافرایز کنید و نظر خود را واضح بیان کنید.

Paraphrase the question

State your opinion clearly (if required)

Keep it 2–3 sentences


Quick Tip: Avoid “In this essay, I will…” – use formal, academic language.


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3️⃣ Body Paragraphs

هر پاراگراف یک ایده اصلی + توضیح + مثال داشته باشد.

Body Paragraph 1

Topic sentence → Main idea

Explain idea → Why is it important?

Provide example / evidence

Link back to opinion (optional)


Body Paragraph 2

Topic sentence → Second main idea or counter-argument

Explain idea + example

Use cohesive devices: Moreover, However, On the other hand, Therefore


Quick Tip: Each paragraph 4–6 sentences: Idea → Explanation → Example → Link


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4️⃣ Conclusion

نکات اصلی را جمع‌بندی کنید و نظر خود را دوباره بیان کنید.

Summarize main points

Restate opinion clearly

Keep 2–3 sentences


Quick Tip: Use: “In conclusion”, “Overall”, “To sum up”


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5️⃣ Vocabulary & Linking Words Checklist

واژگان مناسب و متنوع برای پیوند جملات و بیان نظر استفاده کنید.

Addition: Moreover, In addition, Furthermore

Contrast: However, On the other hand, Nevertheless

Result: Therefore, Consequently, As a result

Example/Evidence: For example, For instance, A case in point

Opinion phrases: I strongly believe, From my perspective, It is my firm belief


Quick Tip: Highlight 5–10 key words before writing to avoid repetition


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6️⃣ Grammar & Sentence Structure Checklist

گرامر و ساختار جملات را متنوع و صحیح بنویسید.

Mix sentence types: Simple, compound, complex

Check subject-verb agreement

Check tenses

Check articles: a / an / the

Use hedging words: may, might, could


Quick Tip: Use conditionals and connectors for advanced grammar

Example: “If governments invest in education, literacy rates will improve.”



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7️⃣ Task Response / Content Checklist

تمام بخش‌های سوال را پوشش دهید و مثال بیاورید.

Answer all parts of the question

State opinion clearly if required

Discuss both sides for discussion essays

Provide examples/evidence

Paraphrase question


Quick Tip: Band 8 essays balance both sides, then justify opinion


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8️⃣ Common Pitfalls to Avoid

اشتباهات رایج را قبل از نوشتن بررسی کنید.

Repetition of ideas or vocabulary

Very short or very long paragraphs

Missing opinion / unclear stance

Poor paragraph structure

Informal or conversational language


Quick Tip: Use checklist during planning and after writing


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9️⃣ Time Management Tips

زمان را بین برنامه‌ریزی، نوشتن و بازبینی تقسیم کنید.

Planning: 5–7 min → brainstorm + outline

Writing: 25 min → intro + 2 body + conclusion

Checking: 3–5 min → grammar, vocab, coherence


Quick Tip: Leave 2–3 minutes to proofread → can increase band by 0.5

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