Coherence Mistake #2 - Unbalanced Paragraphs

Mistake #2 - Unbalanced Paragraphs One paragraph is long and overloaded, while the other is short and undeveloped. ❌ Example Body 1: 180 words Body 2: 50 words Examiners immediately mark this as poor organisation. 🎯 Why Examiners Penalise This Unbalanced paragraphs signal: poor planning unclear prioritisation weak idea development Band-8 essays show even, coherent development. ✅ Band-8 Fix Method: “Equal Weight Plan” Each body paragraph should contain: 1 main idea 2 explanations 1 example Result: naturally balanced length (120–140 words each). ...

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Mistake #10 - Writing Like a Report Instead of an Essay

Mistake #10 - Writing Like a Report Instead of an Essay Overusing bullet-like structures or report-style phrasing makes your essay mechanical. 💡 Tip: Use paragraphs with topic sentences, evidence, and explanations for a natural essay flow. ✅ End of Part 9 - Continue to: Part 10 - Practice & Revision: Build a Smart IELTS Writing Routine Ready to improve your IELTS Writing score? ✍️ Join IELTSWrite now to get a free IELTS essay check instantly! ...

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