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Common IELTS Writing mistakes

Off-topic responses and missing overviews cap scores even with good grammar.

Published 2026-03-15
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Task 2: partial answer

If the question asks for causes AND solutions, both must appear. Answering only half caps Task Response regardless of vocabulary quality.

Task 1: no overview

Missing an overview limits Task Achievement to band 5–6 for Academic reports. Always write one after the introduction.

Under 250 words on Task 2

Word count penalties apply. The platform's word counter on mymockexam.uz helps students internalize minimum lengths during practice.

Memorized templates

Examiners recognize stock phrases ('In this day and age'). Templates hurt Lexical Resource scores when they don't fit the specific question.

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