100 Essays: How Real Band 9 Students Use Samples

Summary

This video provides 100 real Band 7, 8, and 9 IELTS Writing Task 2 sample essays, aimed at helping students improve their writing scores. It outlines five common mistakes to avoid when using sample essays, such as not blindly copying or memorizing them. The video also shares 10 effective strategies, including improving idea generation, developing ideas, understanding essay structures, and analyzing grammar and vocabulary. By using these real examples correctly, students can develop essential skills to boost their scores, with practical tips for maximizing the benefits of each essay.

Takeaways

• 😀 Don't rely on fake sample essays. Use real, high-quality essays to avoid learning bad habits.
• 😀 Simply reading sample essays won't improve your writing. Active engagement and practice are key.
• 😀 Focus on generating simple, relevant ideas rather than complicating your responses.
• 😀 Don't try to find mistakes in sample essays; instead, learn from their strengths and weaknesses.
• 😀 Memorizing essays or copying them won't improve your score. Practice your writing skills instead.
• 😀 Avoid copying entire essays. Understand the structure and ideas, but write your own responses.
• 😀 Use sample essays to improve your idea generation. Look at the questions and come up with simple answers.
• 😀 Analyze how ideas are developed in sample essays to improve your own idea development skills.
• 😀 Study the structure of essays. Understand how each paragraph functions and apply this in your writing.
• 😀 Identify mistakes in grammar and vocabulary within sample essays. Correct them to improve your writing skills.
• 😀 Expand your vocabulary by noting down new words, collocations, and expressions used in sample essays.

Q & A

Why is the goal of sharing 100 real Band 7, 8, and 9 essays not just to provide samples?

The goal is to help students improve their writing scores, not just to give them sample essays. The video outlines strategies to use these essays effectively for better results.

What is the most common mistake students make when using IELTS sample essays?

The most common mistake is using fake sample essays. Many online essays are not close to the actual Band 9 level, leading students to learn bad habits.

Why is passive reading of sample essays not effective for improving writing?

Simply reading sample essays won't improve writing skills. Active engagement, such as analyzing and applying techniques, is necessary to make progress.

What is a common misconception students have when comparing their own essays to sample essays?

Many students mistakenly think Band 6 essays are Band 9 essays because they contain complex language, while they might assume Band 9 essays are too simple. This misunderstanding leads to poor self-assessment.

What is the issue with trying to memorize essays for the IELTS exam?

IELTS is not a memorization test. Memorizing essays or phrases won't help in the real test; students need to demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English.

Why should students not copy entire essays from the samples?

Copying essays won't improve writing skills. The purpose of sample essays is to understand how they are structured and how to develop ideas, not to replicate them word for word.

How can students improve idea generation using the sample essays?

Students can cover up the essay and focus on the question itself, trying to come up with simple, relevant ideas first. Then, they can compare their ideas to those in the essay to see if they are on the right track.

What is the importance of idea development in writing, and how can students practice this?

Idea development is crucial for clear and detailed essays. Students should pick an idea, expand on it with explanations and examples, and then compare their development with the sample essays to refine their skills.

How can students use sample essays to learn about essay structure?

Students can analyze the structure of Band 7-9 essays, noting how the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion are organized. Understanding these structures helps students build their own essay frameworks.

What role do linking words and cohesive devices play in essay writing, and how should students use them?

Linking words help connect ideas and improve essay flow. However, overuse can lower the score. Students should use them sparingly and learn their correct usage by identifying and analyzing them in sample essays.

Why is it beneficial to identify grammar mistakes in sample essays?

Identifying grammar mistakes helps students recognize common errors, improving their understanding of grammar rules. This self-correction process strengthens their writing and reduces mistakes in their own essays.

How can students improve their vocabulary using sample essays?

Students can identify unfamiliar words or phrases in the sample essays, try to infer their meanings from context, and then add these words to their vocabulary list. Reviewing and applying new vocabulary helps improve writing skills.

What should students focus on when comparing their essays with sample essays?

Students should focus on the relevance of their ideas, the structure of their essays, and the development of their arguments. It's important not to worry if the essays differ as there are multiple ways to write a good Band 7 or 9 essay.