IELTS Writing Tip
Task 1 gives some data, for example, a graph or a diagram. You must find the patterns and important points, and write a report.
In Task 1, you must change images into words.
• You must only use the information that is given. For example, in the question below, we don't know why the people are travelling (business or holiday), and this doesn't matter.
• You must not add imaginary details. For example, don't try to imagine why the number of residents departing is higher than the visitors arriving. You are not asked to do this -Task 1 is not a guessing game!
• You must not add your own knowledge. Task 1 does not test your knowledge about a topic; it only tests your ability to write about data in English.
• You must use the information accurately. For example, in the question above, don't say '500 visitors arrived in the country in February 2010'. The scale is 'thousands', so 500,000 visitors arrived in the country.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
Write at least 150 words.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
IELTS Writing Task 1: Line Graph 1The charts below show the number of visitors arriving in a particular country for a short trip, and the number of residents leaving that country for a short trip, from 2009 to 2011.
TIP Task 1 imitates a research report. Imagine you are the researcher - what do you want to tell people about your research? Why did you collect the information? Why is it interesting?
TIP When you check your writing at the end, look out for repetition. If lots of sentences start with the same word, you haven't used a variety of linking techniques.
TIP If you use a small range of words, with zero mistakes, you won't get a good score. If you use a wide range of vocabulary, you can get a good score even with a few mistakes. Don't play it safe - be adventurous!
TIP Grammar is only 25 per cent of your final mark, so don't focus on it too much.
TIP 'Good' writing means that you use a variety or range of language, so when you are checking your answer at the end, don't just correct mistakes. You should also Look for ways to add variety, for example, by replacing a word with a synonym or pronoun.
Warning! Don't lose points
• You must write more than 150 words. If you write less, you will lose points. There is no maximum word limit - write as much as you like!
• You should spend around 20 minutes on Task 1 and 40 minutes on Task 2. T his is because Task 1 is worth 33.3% of your mark, and Task 2 is worth 66.6% of your mark.
• You must use your own language. Do not use copied or memorised language - you will get zero points for it. For example, don't begin your answer by copying the Task 1 question: 'This graph shows the amount of money spent on household goods in three different countries between 2000 and 2010.'This is a waste of time.The examiner will ignore it.
• You must write in connected sentences and use paragraphs. Do not write a list of bullet points.
• You must only write about the information that is given. The question does not ask for your own ideas or opinions about the data. For example, don't say that the graph shows a change that is good or bad for society.
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The graph shows data about the annual earnings of three bakeries in Calgary, 2000-2010.
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The graph shows the proportion of the European population in selected countries who have never used the internet, along with the European Union average.
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The graph shows the percentage of the internet users in selected European countries playing or downloading games, images, films or music, along with the European Union average.
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The graph shows annual cinema admissions by age in the UK.
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