How to read an IELTS Essay question
These days an increasing number of developing countries are
improving their tourism industries. Why do you think this is the case?
Is this a positive or negative development?
- STEP 1: The first line is a general
statement and will be the main highlight while writing our introduction.
Notice the keyword "Developing," which means we must only focus on
countries that meet that criteria.
- STEP 2: The second line is a question.
Notice the word "You." Since "You" has been used, we would give our
opinion on this topic using "I."
- STEP 3: The third line is also a
question. However, this asks for more specific reasons and examples.
Depending on your opinion, the weightage for both points would vary. In a
question like this, depending on the topic, you can either focus
primarily on one side or balance between both. I recommend highlighting
both sides to give you the most number of ideas to elaborate on.