what is the difference between Acadamic writing task 2 and General writing task 2

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Qasim
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what is the difference between Acadamic writing task 2 and General writing task 2

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thanks in advance
Cliff.IELTS.Examiner
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Re: what is the difference between Acadamic writing task 2 and General writing task 2

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There is no difference in terms of the way you answer the question, or in the way your answer is assessed. The questions are usually a little more difficult, more theoretical and academic in the academic test, and about more common topics in the general test, but they are both essay answers.
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