M aster IELTS Essays
IELTS Academic & General Training Writing Task Two
Traditionally women have been restricted to certain roles
They were often employed as secretaries or receptionists
Nowadays, a range of occupations is available to both sexes
Career success depends on individual merit
W om en's and M en's roles in the Family
Some people argue that a mother should not work
She should stay at home and
bring up her children
The father should be the breadwinner of the family
Others believe that both parents should share these responsibilities
Working women can take maternity leave during and after pregnancy
Many mothers continue to work after this period
Many fathers and mothers share their parenting and
domestic responsibilities
They contribute equally to childcare, cooking and cleaning
Some women many have better career prospects than their husbands.
Paternity leave and “househusbands” are becoming more common
Traditional gender roles and
gradually changing
Families can divide roles and responsibilities in the most convenient way.
