Ielts task 2 talking about history

The topic of ‘history’ comes up from time to time. So:

Should we give more importance to history at school and in our daily lives?

What’s your opinion and can you give examples/ evidence to support it?

Here is some vocabulary. Can you use the vocabulary to form an argument for and against?

provides an understanding of

place more emphasis on the study of history

a window into the past 

gives us a sense of identity and belonging 

precipitating factors

avoid repeating the mistakes that previous generations made.

shapes the world

gives us an insight into our present

have difficulty in recalling significant historical events

eliminate proconceptions.

reduced prejudices

build a link between the past and the future.

build worldwide solidarity

Now try to write an answer to the question at the beginning of the blog. Good luck 🙂


ALISTAIR BROWN: As a writing and speaking examiner for more than 10 years, I bring a lot of experience. I have seen the frustrations that students have with IELTS from a career where I have actively guided and corrected students’ studies. I am looking for the most effective ways to teach IELTS as I understand students’ needs.