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