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Posted by David S. Wills | Aug 24, 2020 | IELTS Tips , Writing | 1

I have written many times about structure on this website, but mostly I have focused on task 2 . Today, however, I am going to take some time to show you how to structure IELTS writing task 1 essays . This often seems like a mystery but in fact it is quite simple and you can usually follow a pretty basic template.

I am going to divide this lesson into two parts. First, we will deal with the IELTS Academic exam and then we will look briefly at the IELTS General exam because these require different structures. Also, keep in mind that IELTS academic writing includes line graphs, pie charts, bar charts, maps, and more, so each of these might require some changes to the essay structure.

IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Structure

When you do IELTS academic writing task 1, you may find yourself presented with one (or more) of the following:

Process diagram

These require quite different language but generally you can apply a similar essay structure to all of them. Whether you are writing about a line graph or a table, you can pretty much use this IELTS writing task 1 template :

Let’s establish what “group of information” means

When you are doing IELTS Academic writing task 1, you need to examine the data and then describe it. To do this, you cannot just take a random approach and write about the different features of the data. Instead, you need to highlight the important parts.

This can be difficult, so let’s take an example.

In this line graph, we only have two lines to write about. Clearly, we could write one paragraph about men and one paragraph about women. Easy! Our structure would look like this:

To be honest, that is a very, very easy graph to describe so it was not a challenge. Let’s choose something more difficult to explore:

This is not a terribly difficult line graph to describe, but it presents a challenge for our IELTS writing task 1 structure template. How should we group these three lines?

One option is to structure it like this:

Another option is to break the information down according to time:

Grouping by Time vs Grouping by Type

The easiest way to group data for IELTS writing task 1 is to put them into different types. For example, in this line graph about a Caribbean island, we could potentially describe the number of people who stayed on the island in one paragraph and then the people who stayed on the ships in another paragraph.

But is this the best way?

When you write an essay with that structure, it becomes harder to compare the data. Remember that your question will always say “make comparisons where relevant.”

This suggests that grouping by time is better for one major reason: You can compare the different types of data over time. In this case, we can see the two sets of data are opposites, which gives us a great chance to make comparisons.

Sample Essay

Here is my sample essay about the Caribbean island.

The line graph displays the numbers of tourists that visited an unnamed Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017. The tourists are divided into two groups – those staying on cruise ships and those staying on the island itself – and these had a loosely inverse correlation. The total number of visitors, however, rose more or less continuously throughout the eight-year period. In the first year recorded, which was 2010, there were about twice as many tourists staying on the island as those staying on cruise ships. A year later, the number staying on cruise ships doubled to a half million, but this dropped back to around a quarter million in 2012. When the figures for tourists on cruise ships dropped, the number staying on the island rose quickly and over the coming few years, as this sudden increased levelled off, the number of people who stayed onboard their ship continued to grow again. Between 2012 and 2017, there were more and more visitors staying on cruise ships. From just a quarter million, this rose to two million, while the figures for those on the island levelled off at just one and a half million and then dropped slightly in the penultimate year, before finishing at one and a half. This meant that, for the final two years, more tourists stayed on cruise ships than on the island.

Can you write more than 3 paragraphs?

I would like to make clear that there is no such thing as the correct IELTS writing task 1 essay structure. It is possible to write a great essay with 2 paragraphs, but it is also possible to do it with 4 paragraphs. I would not recommend writing more than 4 paragraphs and I would certainly not recommend writing just 1! This would show a total lack of understanding of Coherence and Cohesion.

(P.S. – Read all about the number of paragraphs for IELTS writing task 2 here .)

Anyway, let’s look at an example of an essay that might be best described with 4 paragraphs:

For this task, we have to decide how to group the data. I personally find that the trend for burglary is more interesting than the others because it has much more of a change, which tells me that it should be described first. You could definitely write a paragraph that grouped car thefts and robberies together, but one is much more common than the other, so it might not work well.

I would take this approach:

Of course, writing this much could mean taking a long time and potentially not finishing your essay. I have written an article about how many words you should write for IELTS, which you can read here .

Sample Essay – 4 Paragraphs

Ok, let’s look at the essay I wrote about crime rates in Newport.

The line graph shows changes in crime rates over a ten-year period in the city centre of Newport. Three types of crimes are listed, two of which ended the period at roughly similar levels to where they began, and one experienced a major drop. In 2003, which was the beginning of the recorded period, burglary was the most common type of crime in Newport, with just under 3,500 cases reported. This rose slightly the following year, before entering into a long downward trend, reaching a low of about 1,200 in 2008. After this, the number of burglaries reported fluctuated until 2012. The number of car thefts was about 2,800 in 2003, and ended the period slightly lower, at 2,700. During the decade-long period, it fluctuated, reaching low points in 2006 and 2008. Car theft was the second most common type of crime in 2003, but the fall in burglaries meant that from 2008 onwards, they were the most common crime in Newport. Robberies were the least common crime and followed a somewhat similar trend to that of car thefts, starting and ending the period with around 700 incidents. It fluctuated only slightly during the ten-year period.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Pie Chart Structure

The previous examples were both line graphs because these are the most common type of IELTS academic writing task 1 question. However, in order to ensure you understand fully, I will also include a pie chart and show you how to structure your essay.

This is actually the most difficult IELTS writing task 1 question I have ever seen!

So how could we produce an IELTS writing task 1 essay structure to fit this?

The obvious choice seems to be writing 3 paragraphs, with 1 paragraph for each of the pie charts. That’s sensible, right?

Well, personally I think that would make it harder to draw comparisons between these data. Instead, I will group the data in terms of meals . I will look at the main meals in one paragraph and then snacks in a final paragraph. This allows me to compare all 3 nutrients!

My structure would then look like this:

**Please note that this is a quite advanced structure and it is difficult to do. I am including it to show you how it is possible to take various approaches and produce a great essay.

Sample Answer

This is my answer to the very difficult question about nutrients:

The pie charts show information about three different kinds of nutrients and their prevalence in typical American meals. There are four kinds of meal mentioned, including snacks. The figures for sodium and saturated fat are loosely similar, but for added sugar they are quite different. Sodium and saturated fat are both extremely common in typical American dinners. According to the pie charts, 43% of sodium is consumed at dinner time as well as 37% of saturated fat, but just 23% of added sugar is found in American dinners. Almost a third of sodium eaten by Americans is consumed at lunch, alongside more than a quarter of saturated fat. Breakfasts contain the lowest amount of these potentially unhealthy ingredients, at 14% sodium and 16% for both saturated fat and added sugar. The figures for snacks look quite different. More than four tenths of the added sugar consumed by Americans came from snacks, which also contained a fifth of the saturated fats and about a sixth of sodium.

IELTS General Training Writing Task 1 Structure

When you take the IELTS General Training (GT) writing test, you will see that task 1 requires you to write a letter. As such, there is no “recommended essay structure” that you can use.

Instead, you should aim to write a letter that follows typical letter-writing conventions and to use paragraphs logically to guide your reader.

How can you structure an IELTS general writing task 1 letter?

I would strongly recommend this sort of approach:

Of course, I will say here that you should not take this as a 100% perfect letter template . It is merely a suggestion and you should pay close attention to the actual task you are assigned. This template can usually be adapted to make a good letter, but sometimes you need to add or combine paragraphs. Also, we might have a short paragraph at the start and/or end of the essay to give some friendly greeting or send some kind regards.

For one thing, sometimes you need to give much more weight to one part of the question, which could require using two paragraphs for that and one for the other parts. An example would be:

How to Adapt an IELTS General Writing Task 1 Format Structure

The people who score band 8 or 9 in IELTS writing are not the ones who memorize structures and vocabulary, or who attempt to predict the questions they will encounter. Instead, these are people who can learn from others but create their own essays and letters by adapting good ideas to the present situation.

Let’s look at an example question from IELTS GT writing task 1.

A large company in your area has decided to spend a certain amount of money, either to sponsor a local children’s sports team for two years, or to pay for two open-air concerts. It has asked for feedback from the general public. Write a letter to the company. In your letter, – describe the benefit of sponsoring the sports ream – summarise the benefits of paying for the concerts – say how you think the company should spend the money

How can we structure a reply to this task?

I am going to use the IELTS general writing task 1 format structure that I suggested above, with two paragraphs of explanation in the middle because there are two sides to the issue. My structure would look like this:

Here is my sample answer to the above question:

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing in response to your request for input on the decision about either spending money on a sports team or for two open-air concerts. Firstly, if you were to sponsor the children’s sports team, it would obviously be a great investment in the community. Nothing is more important to us than our children’s health and happiness. If you decided to sponsor the football team, this would mean a tremendous amount to many families. The concerts would also be beneficial in bringing the community together in a big event. This would foster some positive experiences and allow people to have fun together doing something they don’t normally do. It might also be good for local businesses. It is my opinion that you invest the money in the sports team as I think this would have the greatest benefit. For two whole years, parents would be able to watch their children play sports, and that is much better than going along to two concerts. Sincerely, David Wills

More Resources

This is a massive topic to cover and so I suggest that you continue reading once you are finished with this article. I have countless lessons on this website about IELTS writing task 1 (both academic and general) that you can read. I also have an IELTS writing task 1 template PDF file here .

About The Author

David S. Wills

David S. Wills is the author of Scientologist! William S. Burroughs and the 'Weird Cult' and the founder/editor of Beatdom literary journal. He lives and works in rural Cambodia and loves to travel. He has worked as an IELTS tutor since 2010, has completed both TEFL and CELTA courses, and has a certificate from Cambridge for Teaching Writing. David has worked in many different countries, and for several years designed a writing course for the University of Worcester. In 2018, he wrote the popular IELTS handbook, Grammar for IELTS Writing and he has since written two other books about IELTS. His other IELTS website is called IELTS Teaching.

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I liked the course very much. It extended my knowledge about IELTS task 1 essay writing. This article is very insightful, points well explained and use of tutorials and examples to give a more clear picture of how task 1 essay should be tackled. Thanks for the great post! I liked how detailed and helpful it is.

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Understand how the test is marked. Knowing the marking criteria will allow you to give the examiner exactly what they need.
Paraphrase the question. It is best to paraphrase the question in the first paragraph. You can do this by using synonyms.
Write the overview. To write your overview , pick 3 or 4 of the main features and write about them generally without referencing any data.
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Understand how the test is marked. Knowing the marking criteria is the best way of giving the examiner exactly what they need and nothing else.
Decide whether the letter is formal or informal. This part is easy. If the question asks you to write to a ‘friend’, it should be an informal letter. If the question asks you to write to anyone else, it should be a formal letter. It is that simple!
Discuss each bullet point from the question. Make sure to take a new paragraph for each bullet point. This will make your letter easy to read and understand.
Sign off your letter. Don’t overcomplicate this part. Include a sign-off suitable to your letter’s tone and write your name beneath.
Check your work. Make sure your letter doesn’t contain any grammar or vocabulary mistakes.
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People doing the Academic test will write a report on a data set, map, or process. People doing General Training will write a letter.
You must write 150 words or more.
You should spend around 20 minutes on this part of the test.
Task 1 is worth 1/3 of your total mark on the Writing test.
You will be assessed in four areas: Task Achievement (25%) Coherence and Cohesion (25%) Lexical Resource (25%) Grammatical Range and Accuracy (25%)
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Will using 'high level' or 'academic' words help me improve my score?

Probably not.

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How many paragraphs should I write?

Introduction

You can put the overview at the end if you'd like.

Can I use idioms?

No, you should typically avoid using idioms in Writing Task 1.

The only time this is acceptable is if you are taking the General Training test and must write an informal letter.

Should I write a conclusion for Task 1 Academic?

No. A conclusion is a summary of YOUR ideas and your opinion. Task 1 is simply reporting what you see, so there shouldn't be any of your ideas or your opinion.

Instead of a conclusion, you should write an overview.

The reason lots of people get confused about this is that some teachers, books and even one British Council website call the overview a 'conclusion'. It's not a conclusion, it's an overview.

Finally, it does not matter where you put the overview paragraph. We teach our students to put it after the introduction, but it is also fine to have it as your final paragraph.

How many words should I write?

You must write at least 150 words in Writing Task 1 (yes, the examiners will count them!)

I would suggest that you aim to write around 160-170 words for Task 1. Aiming for 20-30 words more than the required amount makes you more likely to reach the word limit without setting an unrealistic goal.

Will I lose marks if I don't write enough words?

Yes. If you don't write the required number of words, you will lose marks in 'Task Achievement' for not answering the question fully. Read more here .

Can I use contractions?

No, should not use contractions when you are writing an academic essay or formal letter. However, it is fine to use contractions in an informal letter.

When should I write formally?

There are a few signposts that indicate when you should write formally or informally. Watch our video lesson to find out what they are:

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IELTS Writing Task 1: Basic Structure

The basic paragraph structure of Task 1 writing is quite simple:

Introduction : Explain in your own words what the graph(s), table(s), or diagram(s) is showing
Overview : In general terms, tell what main/interesting features are.
Body 1/2 : Explain these features in detail. If you have numbers, this is a good place to include them. Use two body paragraphs if you have two graphs/tables/diagrams.

Looking at this essay from before …can you see how it is divided into these three parts?

The bar chart compares the enrolment of men and women in full-time and part-time British further education programs in the 1970, 1980, and 1990 school years.

Overall , part-time education was several times more popular than full-time education throughout the entire period. In addition, while men had larger initial enrolment numbers in both part-time and full-time programs than women, by the end of the period women had surpassed men in part-time study and matched them in full-time.

In regards to part-time education , male enrolment started in the 1970 school year at one million before dipping by about 150,000 in the 1980 school year and then making a slight recovery to around 900 thousand students in 1990/91. In contrast, females started lower at about 775 thousand and rose steadily, finally surpassing males in the 1990 school year for a total of approximately 1,100,000.

The trend for full-time education was only slightly different. Female numbers again started lower in the 1970 school year at under 100,000 students but had already surpassed male totals by 1980. While male enrolments grew faster in the subsequent period, the final totals for both males and females in full-time education was more or less identical at around 220 thousand students in the 1990-91 school year.

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March 25, 2017 at 12:26 pm

Hi, i am not sure about the last line where ” frmales experienced slower growth yhan their male cpunterparts….in the year 1980 they faced a sudden growth than male in 1980. Plz clear me in this point. Thanx in advance

March 25, 2017 at 12:37 pm

Thank you for your comment! This was a typo on my part and has been fixed.

January 4, 2019 at 10:39 pm

Isnt 150 word here

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208 words ))

March 25, 2017 at 12:27 pm

Sorry about the typing mistakes***

April 23, 2017 at 9:07 pm

Thanks a lot, I do have a clear picture of what is expected in task 1.

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“Master IELTS Writing Task 1 with this in-depth guide covering structure, question types, expert tips, practice resources with responses, and scoring criteria. “

If you're prepping for IELTS, you've probably realized that Writing Task 1 can be tricky to master. We mean, who enjoys describing graphs and charts, right? However, interpreting visual data and summarizing information accurately is a vital skill for higher education and global communication.

So how do you go about cracking IELTS Writing Task 1? Just follow this detailed guide. We'll explore the structure, different question types, killer tips, band descriptors, and more. We'll also walk you through sample responses so you can start practicing right away. Let's do this!

What is IELTS Writing Task 1?

The IELTS Writing Test has two tasks.

Firstly, IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic specifically checks your ability to analyze visuals like charts, tables, graphs, maps, process diagrams, and so on.

You'll get different types of visual prompts for Academic vs General Training:

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic deals with visual data representation. The types of IELTS Writing Task 1 questions are:

Line graphs

Process diagrams

Combination (mixed) charts.

IELTS General Writing Task 1 focuses on everyday functional writing. Question types include:

Formal Letters
Semi-Formal Letters
Informal Letters

In both modules, you get 20 minutes to complete Task 1 in about 150 words. The key assessment criteria are accurate interpretation, clear description, overview of key features, and appropriate style and tone.

How do you structure your response?

We’ll look at both segments of Writing Task 1: Academic & General to answer this question.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic has a 3-step process. Here's a basic scaffolding for approaching any Task 1 question.

IELTS Writing Task 1 structure:

Paraphrase the chart title, source, and date.
Describe the main trend(s) in the data in 2-3 body paragraphs ordered logically.
Close with an overview of the key relationships or patterns.

Let's see how this works with this IELTS Writing Task 1 question - sample bar chart response:

Sample Answer

The map shows the layout of a town currently and a proposed future plan. Overall, the town appears to be becoming more industrialized and connected through additional roads, although much of the existing structures remain unchanged.

In the present-day map, there is an airfield in the northwest that connects to a long north-south road (A2). This road has a roundabout, with another road extending eastwards across a railway line to a gas station. The future plan moves the roundabout southwards slightly and replaces the airfield with an industrial estate, with a new eastward road to the railway line. The railway itself will also be interrupted by a new roundabout near the same gas station.

In the far east of town, there is currently a town center and built-up area around Ring Road, both of which stay the same in the future plan. The proposals add a new road (A4) from the town center along the south edge of town, connecting to A2 in the west. There will also be one more street from the town center allowing passage to the east and north of town.

IELTS Writing Task 1 General

Let’s do the same for IELTS Writing Task 1 General and write a formal letter with proper format and structure. Check the example given below:

Dear Sir/Madam,

I am writing to inform you that I missed my international flight on February 18th due to an issue at the airport. When I arrived to check in, there was an extremely long line at the ticket counter that stretched all the way outside the terminal doors. By the time I reached the counter, it was too late to check in for my flight.

Missing this flight has been very inconvenient, as I had important business meetings scheduled in the destination country. I had to scramble to rebook my travel arrangements and notify my colleagues of the change in plans. This caused unnecessary stress and disrupted my work schedule.

As this was due to circumstances beyond my control, I request that the airline refund the ticket cost or provide a voucher for a future flight. I would greatly appreciate your assistance with this matter. Please let me know if any documentation or additional information is needed from me.

Thank you for your consideration.

[Your name]

What are some key strategies for scoring higher in IELTS Writing Task 1?

We all want to get good grades but do we know - how to get it? Not really. To really ace Task 1, make sure you:

Use synonyms - Don't just copy words from the prompt. Paraphrase with your own vocabulary.
Include units of measurement - From the visual like millions, percentage, tons, dollars. This shows attention to detail.
Highlight obvious contrasts or similarities - Between data trends to make logical comparisons.
Use linking words - Like "while", "in addition", "on the other hand" to connect your ideas and show cohesion.
Stick to plain English - Don't try to sound overly complex. Keep your language clear and concise.

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Where can you find awesome practice resources for IELTS Writing Task 1?

You don’t need to go anywhere, we’ve got everything you need:

Below you’ll find some IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic topics followed by IELTS Writing Task 1 General topics. Use the resources as per your requirements.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Maps visually represent geographical data such as locations, distributions, or routes. They provide spatial context and allow for the analysis of patterns and trends across regions.

Village of Stokeford in 1930 and 2010- Map
Paradise Island Map – IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Answers
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Example 4 : Development of the village of Rye mouth – Map
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic: The development of cutting tools in the stone age – Diagram
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Example 3: Civic Centre – Map

Table Chart

Tables organize data into rows and columns, making it easy to display exact values.

They are useful for presenting numerical information in a structured format.

Below mentioned are a few examples of Table Chart Task 1. Solve them to get a better idea of Table Chart Task 1:

Changes in Modes of Travel in England Between 1985 and 2000- IELTS Writing Task 1 (Table)
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1: Main Reasons why Agricultural Land Becomes Less Productive
Cinema Viewing Figures for Films by Country, in Millions- Table
Number of Medals Won by the Top Ten Countries in the London 2012 Olympic Games- Table
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 12: Internet use in six categories by age group – Table

Bar Graph Task 1 displays data using rectangular bars with lengths proportional to the values represented. They are useful for comparing different categories or items side by side.

Below mentioned are a few examples of Bar Graph Task 1. Solve them to get a better idea of task 1 bar chart:

IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : Annual pay for doctors and other workers – Bar chart
Division of Household Tasks by Gender in Great Britain- Bar Graph
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 11: Different methods of waste disposal in four cities – Bar Chart
Amount of Leisure Time Enjoyed by Men and Women of Different Employment Statuses- Bar Chart
Number of Computer and Internet users in Different Arab Countries- Bar Graph

Line Graphs

Line Graph Task 1 depicts trends over time using data points connected by straight-line segments. They effectively show continuous data and allow the visualization of rises and falls.

Below mentioned are a few examples of Line Graph Task 1. Solve them to get a better idea of Line Graph Task 1:

The Changes In Ownership Of Electrical Appliances And Amount Of Time Spent Doing Housework In Households – IELTS Writing Task 1
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic : The Percentage of Female Members of Parliament in 5 European Countries
IELTS Writing Task 1 – The graph below shows different sources of air pollutants in the UK Sample Answers
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic: Price changes for fresh fruits and vegetables – Line Graph
Demand for Electricity in England- Line Graph and Pie Chart

Pie charts are circular charts divided into slices, with each slice representing a category. They illustrate the proportional size of categories in relation to a whole.

Below mentioned are a few examples of Pie Chart Task 1. Solve them to get a better idea of Pie Chart task 1:

Average Household Expenditures in a Country in 1950 and 2010- Pie Chart
Methods of Transportation for People Traveling to a University – Pie Chart
Percentage of Water Used for Different Purposes in Six Areas of the World- Pie Chart
Online shopping sales for retail sectors in Canada – IELTS Writing Task 1 Pie chart

Process diagrams use a sequence of steps or stages to illustrate a procedure or workflow. They clarify the order and relationships between different components of a process.

IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Topic 09 : Consequence of deforestation – Flow Chart
Academic IELTS Writing Task 1 Recycling process of wasted glass bottles Sample Answers
Water Cycle Diagram – IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Answers
IELTS Writing Task 1 Process Chart 2024 – Process Diagram with Sample Answers

Combined charts integrate two or more chart types, such as bars and lines, into a single visualization. They enable the comparison of different but related data sets within the same chart space .

Percentage of Food Budget the Average Family Spent on Restaurant Meals- Pie Chart + Line Graph
Amount of Money Per Week Spent on Fast Food in Britain- Bar Graph + Line Graph
Water use Worldwide and Water Consumption- Line Graph and Table

Formal Letter

Formal Letter to Change Hostel Room- IELTS Writing Task 1
IELTS General Writing Task 1 – Sample Formal Letters
You Have Seen an Advertisement for a Community College- Formal letter
Last Week You Were on a Flight to London- Formal Letter
One of Your Friends Wants to Apply for a Job- Formal letter

Semi Formal Letter

Informal letter, what are the ielts band score standards.

IELTS Writing Task 1 has a scoring standard on the basis of which an answer is evaluated and checked by the board. These are standardized measures that a student needs to follow throughout their answer. Check the tables given below:

IELTS Writing Task 1: Task Achievement and Task Response ( Task 1 & Task 2)

Ielts writing task 1: coherence and cohesion, ielts writing task 1: lexical resource.

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We have listed down videos that are a must-watch for all the aspirants. This way you can pick up your learning pace with distinct visuals. Check the videos below:

Understanding IELTS Writing Task 1 ACADEMIC in 20 Minutes
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 | BAND 9 MAP Vocabulary 2024
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 - TABLE Description | BAND 9 TIPS
IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 - BAND 9 LINE GRAPH VOCABULARY
IELTS PIE CHART Writing Task 1 Academic | Band 9 Vocabulary Questions
IELTS 2024 General Writing Task 1 (COMPLETE) with BAND 8+ SAMPLE LETTERS

Phew, we've covered a lot of ground here. Just remember to analyze the chart carefully, describe the key trends in structured paragraphs, and summarize the main points. Apply the tips and resources suggested above to amplify your Task 1 practice. This will help develop the techniques and vocabulary you need to describe data accurately within the time limit.

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IELTS Writing Task 1 Structure

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In this lesson we’ll learn how to structure an IELTS Writing Task 1 essay.

Table of Contents

Here is the basic structure of an IELTS Writing Task 1 essay:

Introduction: Paraphrase the information in your question.
Overview: Give a general overview (What are the main points? Don’t include any specific details)
Body paragraph 1 : Describe and compare specific data and details.
Body paragraph 2: Describe and compare specific data and details.

How to write an Introduction

One of the easiest and most effective ways to write the introduction is to paraphrase the information in your question.

Use these synonyms to help you paraphrase the question:

The graph below shows … -> The line graph/ bar chart/ pie chart/ … compares/gives information about …
from 2000 to 2002 -> between 2000 and 2002
in the UK, Japan and China -> in three different countries
the number/amount of something -> how many/much …

Let’s look at an example here:

The chart below gives information about how families in one country spent their weekly income in 1968 and in 2018 .

You can rewite the question using your own words:

The bar chart compares the proportion of spending per week on eight different categories by the average family in an unnamed country in two different years .

NOTE: You don’t need to paraphrase every single word. It’s ok to reuse some of the words in the question.

How to write an Overview

In order to write a good overview paragraph, you need to look at the big picture. Ask yourself:

What are the main trends?
The start/turning/end points?
What are the most important/obvious things in the chart?
What are the highest/lowest points? Peaks? Lows?
How many main stages are there?
Identical figures?
Exceptions?

After selecting the main features, it’s important cho choose which main features you should include in your overview. You should only choose 2 to 3 key features. You can start your overview with:

Overall, …
It is clear that …

Overall, the total amount of the police budget increased slightly during this time frame and the majority of it was spent on salaries.

You can write your introduction and overview in one paragraph or split them into two, it’s completely up to you.

How to write detail paragraphs

It’s important to choose which data to discuss in your body paragraphs.

Body paragraph is where you bring in specific data related to the main features. It’s crucial to be selective; trying to describe every data point is impractical and unnecessary.

How many detail paragraphs should there be? Usually two paragraphs are enough.

What strategies can I use to enhance my writing skills for IELTS?

The two most important things you can do are read widely and write often. The natural structure of language, especially the skillful weaving of words, phrases, and paragraphs, may be better understood by extensive reading. While it’s helpful to know grammar rules, reading widely can help you comprehend how words organically mix (collocations). In addition, a professional IELTS teacher may help you identify certain places in your writing that need development by providing constructive critique.

What is the ideal number of paragraphs for IELTS Task 1?

You have the flexibility to write either three or four paragraphs. If you opt for four, consider making the first two sentences into standalone paragraphs. The first sentence can form the introductory paragraph, while the second sentence could serve as an overview or summary paragraph.

Is a concluding paragraph necessary in Task 1 Academic?

In contrast to Writing Task 2, Task 1 Academic does not typically require a concluding paragraph. It’s not a mandatory component of your response.

What should be the word count for my response in Task 1?

At the very least, your response should be 150 words long. Some students often feel the need to write more. In such cases, aiming for about 200 words is a good target. However, it’s crucial to balance the length of your response. An excessively long answer could mean spending too much time on Task 1, thereby reducing the time available for Task 2. Remember, the total allotted time for both tasks is 60 minutes. Efficiently dividing this time is key: if you spend 20 minutes on Task 1, you’ll have 40 minutes left for Task 2. Conversely, if Task 1 takes you 30 minutes, you’re left with only 30 minutes for Task 2, which might be insufficient. It’s important to manage your time wisely to allocate adequate time to both tasks.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Bar chart: How families in one country spent their weekly income

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IELTS Writing Task 1 – Paragraph Structure

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We’re going to go through each paragraph in the IELTS Writing Task 1 structure one by one below, showing an IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 prompt and full answer. It will be helpful to study the question carefully before we cover how to write body paragraphs in IELTS Task 1.

Note: Since the time of writing, IELTS has changed the official prompt. Use the examples in this post as a guide, then try writing your own response to this IELTS sample prompt !

IELTS Writing Task 1: Paragraph Structure

Paragraph 1: Introduce the visuals (1-2 sentences)
Paragraph 2: Summarize the visuals

Paragraphs 3 and (sometimes) 4: Use data/details to highlight a key feature of the visual(s)

Optional: Concluding sentence

IELTS Writing Task 1 Introduction and Overview

Paragraph 1: introduce the visuals (1-2 sentences).

Introducing visuals is very straightforward, but it can present challenges because it tests your grammar and vocabulary. Basically, all you need to do in these introductory lines is explain, in very general terms, what the visuals contain. You should try to do this in just one or two sentences if possible.

Fortunately, you can find this information easily because it’s provided for you very clearly in the question prompt. In our example, this is the sentence just below the second chart above (“The graphs above give information about…”) The titles of your visuals also provide useful information for your IELTS Writing Task 1 introduction phrases.

Paragraph 1 requires a lot of practice because you have to paraphrase the language from the prompt and the titles. That means you need to put this information in your own words. Do your best to avoid using the same vocabulary and sentence structure as the prompt. Failing to do this will definitely lower your score! The IELTS is testing your vocabulary and grammar here. Please note, however, that you don’t always have to paraphrase key terms. In our example, the phrase “computer ownership” would be difficult to replace, for example. Everything else should be paraphrased!

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Below is a model for Paragraph 1. Notice how the vocabulary and sentence structure differ from both the question prompt and the titles of the visuals.

How to Write Body Paragraphs in IELTS Task 1

Paragraph 2: summarize the visuals (2-4 sentences).

In this paragraph, you will provide a summary of the visuals without going into too much detail. IELTS Writing Task 1 instructions tell you to, “summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features” of the visuals (Source: IELTS, Test format in detail ) . Paragraph 2 is your opportunity to do just that.

Avoiding details in this paragraph helps to focus your answer on the most important points contained in the visual(s). You don’t want your summary to get lost in numbers and figures. Save these details for your next paragraph(s). Instead, in Paragraph 2, you’ll need to provide an accurate overview, or summary, of the contents of the visuals.

In the previous paragraph (Paragraph 1), you explained what the visuals are about— the topic. Now, in Paragraph 2, you need to describe the main information contained in the visuals. You should select the information that stands out to you most. It might be a general trend in the data, or a striking or interesting overall pattern. In Paragraph 2, you should report in very general terms, whatever seems most noteworthy in the visuals.

Take a look at this example below:

Now that you’ve presented a summary of the main information in the visual(s), you’re ready to go into details in Paragraph 3. This is where you report data related to the summary information you just provided in Paragraph 2. You should not attempt to describe ALL of the data you see in the visuals. This would probably be impossible within the time limit even if you tried. You have to make choices. Instead, you should report about data that relate directly to the main feature(s)—the key information—that you just presented in Paragraph 2.

In Paragraph 2 of the model response, I focused on how 1) computer ownership rose steadily from 2002-2010 in general and across education levels, but that 2) those with the least education increased their computer ownership most over this period. Therefore, it would make sense to follow this paragraph with detailed information on these trends. As I described earlier in this post, these are the “angles,” or perspectives, I’ve taken on the graphs.

At this point, you have a second choice to make. Should you present all of the data in one paragraph (Paragraph 3), or should you separate it into two shorter paragraphs (Paragraphs 3 and 4)?

It is not necessary to include a 4th paragraph in your response, and it won’t always add to your score to include one (unless you haven’t met your 150 word minimum!). However, many times having two shorter paragraphs can be best. This is especially true in cases where you need to present data/details about two distinct key features. In these cases, a 4th paragraph helps you to present different ideas clearly. For this reason, I chose to present the information in two shorter paragraphs in our example response.

Below are example paragraphs 3 and 4 for our practice question:

Notably, the three groups at the lowest end of the education spectrum saw the most significant computer ownership gains over this period. Their rate rose approximately 30 percentage points. College graduates and postgraduates saw more modest gains with 20 point increases between 2002 and 2010.

When to Include an IELTS Task 1 Conclusion

Concluding sentence (optional).

Now that you know how to write body paragraphs in IELTS Task 1, you may include a concluding sentence, but this is optional. It can be very helpful to include one if you’re struggling to reach your word count minimum of 150 words. Otherwise, a concluding sentence won’t help your score significantly.

Review the following model concluding sentence:

On a final note, review sample questions and example essays for further practice. And check out our complete guide to IELTS Writing for advice on the whole section!

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am i the only who cannot see any of the charts mentioned? 🙁

Thank you so much for pointing this out. It seems like IELTS has updated their example writing prompt, thus rendering our response outdated. Legally, we aren’t allowed to keep records and repost IELTS official material, and that’s why we kept the link to the example in the introduction. For now, you could check out the IELTS website to have an idea of what a task 1 chart looks like, and then use our sample response as reference of how to organize your essay while we work on updating our sample essay response. Sorry for the inconvenience!

IELTS practice Academic Writing test - Task 1

How to approach academic writing task 1.

In the IELTS Academic Writing test, you will have one hour to complete both of the two set writing tasks. Keep an eye on the time it takes you to complete practice Tasks 1 and 2 to make sure you don’t go too far over, and to use as a benchmark for how long you can expect each task to take you.

In the actual test, you will move from the first to the second task without a break. However, while practising, you may wish to reflect on the outcomes of practice Task 1 using the model answer provided before moving on to practice Task 2. Or you may wish to complete them both before looking at the model answers to give you a more accurate sense of timing.

An easy reminder…

Q: How long should I spend on IELTS Writing Task 1?

A: We suggest 20 minutes – saving 40 minutes for Task 2.

Q: How many words for IELTS Writing Task 1?

A: 150 words is about the right length, but don’t be afraid to go a little over.

Q: Should I be formal or conversational in style?

A: You should write in a formal style, suited to an academic environment.

Q: What are the do’s and don’ts in IELTS Writing task 1?

A: Do pay attention to time - task 1 is worth one third of the total marks (while task 2 is worth two thirds), Don’t let nervousness stop you from trying your best.

Get more tips to help you prepare for the writing tasks

Task 1 – Take a look at the chart below and perform the task as outlined:

This graph shows the proportion of four different materials that were recycled from 1982 to 2010 in a particular country.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, making comparisons where relevant.

What should I do next?

Once you’ve finished, you can download the model answer for Writing Task 1 and see how your work compares.

This sample offers a useful guide for how to structure your answer for IELTS writing task 1, as well as the style of writing expected. A good way to improve is to reflect on how your answer compares to the model answer – and, of course, keep practicing.

If you want to see an example of an actual answer sheet for the IELTS Academic Writing test (‘on paper’ version), you can download a sample copy below.

IELTS practice Academic Writing test - Task 2

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What is ielts writing task 1.

Academic Module: IELTS Writing Task 1 for the academic module is a data analysis task.

General training: Task 1 for the general training module consists of letters or other personal communication.

Task 1 for general training is at the bottom of this page.

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IELTS Writing Task 1 for the Academic Module

Types of data.

To get a good score, you have to know how to comment on and write about different kinds of data.

The data provided in writing task 1 can be represented in various ways.

You might see any of these on writing task 1:

Line graphs

Study the free writing sample questions .

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic – Improve Your Score

Look at the data carefully when you read task 1.

Then analyse the data and plan your comments before you write anything.

Your essay response can comment on the following:

What is being represented?
Where is the biggest change?
Where is the smallest change?
Which items have remained stable?

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic – Structure

For IELTS writing task 1 in the academic module, you have to write a report on the data.

Teachers say that IELTS writing task 1 for the academic module has three parts:

Introduction of the data
Report of significant details
Description of trends

Placing the three parts of the report in this order is important because the significant aspects often affect the overall trends.

So remember to discuss the significant details before describing any trends.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic- Introduction

Your first one or two sentences should state exactly what data is being represented.

Do not repeat phrases from the title of the graph or from the exam question in your essay response.

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic- Significant Details

Then write two or three well-developed sentences.

You have to discuss only the significant aspects of the data.

To determine which details are the most significant, you need to decide:

Which years are the highest for each group?
What year is the lowest?
Which year had the biggest change, positive or negative?

IELTS Writing Task 1 Academic – Trends

Look at each of the groups represented in the table or chart year by year.

In addition, you can make some comparisons as follows:

Which amounts for each data group have increased or decreased the most?
What data items or groups have remained stable?
Which data group fluctuated the most?

IELTS Writing Task 1 – General Training Module

Ielts writing task general 1 – improve your score.

Read the question carefully when you answer task 1.

Then plan your answer before you write anything.

Ge sure you use advanced grammar in your writing.

Also study the free writing samples .

I ELTS Writing Task General 1 – Structure

Introduction or Salutation:

You should begin with an introduction that gives a brief overview of what you are going to talk about.

If you are writing a letter, it should begin with the salutation: Dear [+ name]

You should have three or four main points in the main body of the writing task.

Briefly explain why each of your main points or opinions are important.

Conclusion or closing:

Your conclusion should sum up your ideas or repeat your opinion.

If you are writing a letter, you can close the letter with one of the following:

Love, [ + your name] (for a close friend)
Bye for now, [ + your name] (for a friend you don’t know well yet)
Yours faithfully, [ + your name] (for a business letter)

You should write at least 150 words.

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Timing and Word Count

You should spend 20 minutes doing IELTS Writing Task 1.

You must write 150 words or more.

You need to describe a graph, chart, table, diagram, layout or map.

The good news is that you can quickly learn how to write a Task 1 essay.

I’ll make sure you know exactly what to do in the exam.

We’ll work on these areas:

How to structure a good Task 1
How to decide what information to include in your
The words, phrases and grammatical structures for describing graphs, charts, tables, diagrams.

By using the right techniques, you can write the kind of essay that examiners like .

My IELTS Writing Task 1 essays I recommend following a “general to specific” structure.

The introduction is the most general part of the essay; it simply tells the reader what the graph is about.
Then I write a paragraph about the main points or a general trend. This is the overview .
Finally, I write 2 paragraphs describing specific facts or figures.
I don’t write a conclusion because I have already summarised the information in the overview.

Look at the graph below.

First, make sure you understand it.

Then look for a general trend.

Finally, select specific points on the graph to describe in detail.

This lesson and approach was used in my classes recently.

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Paragraphs for IELTS Writing Task 1

Learn how many paragraphs for your IELTS Writing Task 1 with tips about where to put your overview statement. The video lesson below explains the correct way to structure your writing task 1 report for IELTS to do well in the criteria of coherence and cohesion which is 25% of your marks. If you want to see a bar chart lesson which organises information into paragraphs, follow the link after you watch the lesson below. Under the video, you will also see a link to a lesson explaining the overview paragraph.

Video Tutorial: Organising Paragraphs for Writing Task 1

The structure for writing task 1 (academic paper) is based on report writing and not on essay writing. IELTS writing task 1 is not an essay, it is a report. You have to organize all the information into a logical order and divide it into different paragraphs. The examiner will check your structure and organization.

There are four main paragraphs that you need to use for task one. Only occasionally will there be five. The first paragraph will be your introduction and that contains a description of the graph, what it shows. IELTS will always give you a description and you can use that information for your introduction but don’t copy it. You need to paraphrase it. So write it again using your own English.

The next paragraph after the introduction is the overview. It is the most important paragraph. It is often not too long but it contains all the key features of the graph or the chart – the highest point, the lowest point – all main features you put in your overview, after the introduction.

After that you’ve got the body paragraphs. Body paragraph A and body paragraph B. This is where you put the detailed information. That will be the dates and the numbers and all the comparisons you can put that in the body paragraph. So they are the 4 main paragraphs that you need to use. If necessary it is possible to add one more body paragraph depending on the data you are given.

The overview is possible to put at the end of the report instead of after the introduction. But don’t miss it or run our of time to write it. It is a VITAL paragraph. If you want more IELTS lessons just click on the RED BAR and access the Writing T1 section of this site.

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Thank you for all the help you provide! I was wondering if you have a similar video or page for structure and linking tips for the general training writing task 1? I’ve seen the general tips page, but no one for structure specifically. Thanks again! 🙂

Did you check the model letters? Use them to learn from. The structure is very simple. An opening line which will be different depending on each type of letter, the aims and the person you are writing to. Then each bullet point will be addressed in separate body paragraphs. Then a final comment before signing off. Go to the main writing task 1 page and see my model letters at the bottom of the page.

The map on top reveals the Pacific Railway station in 1998, while the map on bottom illustrates the current Pacific Railway station. In 1998 the Pacific Railway station had just one shop, a café, toilet facilities and small ticket office. Overall, we can see that Pacific Railway station has significantly changed since 1998 with increasing numbers in platforms and facilities available for customers. The station has developed and expanded. For instance, in 1998 there was only one shop located next to café and ticket office just half of the size of current and they didn’t have supermarket nor restaurant in 1998. They have added restaurant in between a new and old platform with removal of separate toilet facilities. In addition, they have increased the numbers of shops and moved them over to middle of station. Moreover, a supermarket has been built to the bottom left corner in front of recently built platforms. In conclusion it’s clearly seen that station has improved over twenty-four years.

Hello Liz. I took the computer based academic test yesterday. I forgot to keep a line empty to indicate paragraphs in both task 1 and task 2, do you think is it likely to reduce my score ? I wrote 5 paragraphs (if the examiner can see them) for task 1 (I paraphrased diagram in the first paragraph, gave overall information in the second, two body paragraphs with the structure ‘firstly, secondly’ and a conclusion paragraph in the end; for the task 2, I wrote four paragraphs (introduction, on the one hand, on the other hand, to conclude.)

There is no rule about leaving one line empty between paragraphs – it is a recommendation. If your paragraphs are easy to see, for example by indenting the first word, then it is fine. If the examiner cannot see your paragraphing, it could reduce your score for Coherence and Cohesion. There is no fixed rules about how it is reduced and your final score for the marking criterion will depend on other factors as well as the paragraphing.

Dear Liz, I have concerns regarding the flexibility in paragraphing the writing, particularly for the introduction and overview.

I have consulted so many books for IELTS preparations, but none discusses the exact number of paragraphs to be developed. Some of them show model answers by examiners, and they mostly (if not all, as much as I remember) join the introductory statement and general overview as one opening paragraph.

Do IELTS examiners conform to just one format of writing or do they allow these variations as long as the points are organized well enough to warrant a band score of 9? (CC criterion)

There is no set format. Your organisation of paragraphs must always be logical and divide information into logical groups. I usually put the overview with the introduction when I write a report for a diagram because their introductions are often extremely short. Otherwise, I like to keep it separate because it is such a vital part of your marks. the examiner must easily find your overview. It must not be something that is difficult to find. And it must not be something that is divided into different paragraphs – all key information must be in the overview. Sure, you can put it in the same paragraph as the introduction, but make sure it is a separate statement or statements. The overview is your most important part of task 1.

For the body paragraphs, use logical organisation based on the information you have to report. Divide the information into two or three body paragraphs. Two is the most usual. You cannot have only one body paragraph.

I hope this helps.

The Public Band Descriptor for writing Task 1 only mentions paragraphing for Bands 8 and 9 regarding Coherence and Cohesion. Does it imply that if the applicant writes a single paragraph for T1 the CC score can be 7 (given the other criteria are met)? Thank you in advance.

Those are the public descriptors, not the examiner’s descriptors. The examiner has a few extra points to consider. You won’t get over band 5 in CC if you write it all without paragraphs. This means if you write it in a block without dividing it into paragraphs, you will get band 5 in CC.

Hello Mrs. Liz

Mrs. in task1, specifically pie charts. Is it Ok to just analyze each diagram in one paragraph or I need to combine both and structure them into two body paragraphs? And If I described each chart in one paragraph will I be able to get a 6.5/7

Note: I will make comparisons in the overview and the concluding sentence

There is no rule or advice for all pie charts. It depends what the pie charts show. It depends if the pie charts are comparable or if they each show specific changes over time. The approach will be different depending on the information given.

Thank you for your fantastic explanation and advice. I would like to ask you one crucial question. What is the difference between Body Paragraph A and Body Paragraph B?

I am looking forward to your answer!

Best wishes, Liz

I don’t fully understand your question. You have two body paragraphs because you are dividing the information given into two groups based on similarities or key features. The body of the report must always be divided – two is the usual, three is not so common.

I purchased all your video lessons for task 2. Do you also have paid videos for task one? I find it very difficult because the tasks/charts/graphs are greatly varied. Some charts have a lot of important information/points. If i put them all in the report, I will be left with few minutes in writing task 2. Are ielts examiners really strict about the IMPORTANT information from the charts? For instance, in some tasks, there are a lot of IMPORTANT pieces of information and it’s difficult to select only few. But if i write them all, i’d lose time for writing task 2. If the examiners see nine/9 IMPORTANT pieces of information from the chart/graph etc., but I only put 6 because of the time limit, will my band score be affected? I am aiming for a band score of 7. I find task 1 really depressing. Thank you Liz.

Part of the marking criterion of Task Achievement is your ability to select information. You should have about two or three key features for the overview. You should have about two body paragraphs. Given that you will not write more than 200 words – I’m sure you can calculate how much information you can put in your body paragraphs. Look at ALL my model answers for task 1, count the sentences and this will help guide you as to how much information you can put in it.

Thank you liz for your advice!

Hi Liz, Can we put both of the introduction and the overview in the same paragraph? Usually, the introduction is only two sentences and so is the overview. It seems a bit odd to me to put them into seperate paragraphs. I would really appreciate your insight on this.

It is possible to do that. Just make sure that the introduction and overview are separate statements clearly visible in the same paragraph.

Thank you Liz. You are the best 🙂

Hello Liz, is it possible to send you my work so you Mark for me? I don’t mind paying any required fee. Regards.

Sorry, I don’t offer that service.

Hi mam, My English will never be enough to thank you for you,r effort in you,r website . i,m going to have the test when i,m sure that all the types of the questions are familier to me but till now i want to thank you again for the help you give for free especially for citizens of devoloping countries like mine and and i want to do it in a practical way .So whenever you decide to visit Egypt you can ask me to be you,r free tour guide and that will be a very little thing to do for you .

It’s always best to take IELTS when you feel completely ready and you are sure of what you are doing. I wish you lots of luck! Thank you for your offer – Egypt is a fascinating country 🙂

Tnx liz for teaching us am really proud on u may god bless u😇☺🤗

Hello Liz, i’m a member of EssayForum and the primary contributor uses the term “summary overview” and that includes the introduction and 1-2 trend statements similar to an overview all in 1 paragraph. Is it advised to do this? She seems a bit strict about this but it’s different from what i was taught.

It is possible to put your introduction and overview in one paragraph. But there must be a distinction between which sentence is your introduction and which one is your overview. The first sentence should be an introduction. The second sentence should start with “Overall” and be your overview. Otherwise, put your overview either after your introduction in a separate paragraph or at the end of your task 1.

Mam Is it okay to write 3-4 bodyparagraphs in task 1,excluding introduction and overview?

The most is two or three body paragraphs excluding the intro and overview.

hi Liz! i just watched the video regarding the four paragraphs for writing task 1. I wasn’t able to catch up the specific details to put in the last two paragraphs. Thanks a lot!

All tips and model answers are on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/

This implies that there is no place for conclusion in task 1

This is a report, not an essay. It is short, it contains an overview rather than a conclusion. A conclusion is a paragraph that repeats (re-states) the main points – there is no need to repeat information in a short report.

Hi, Liz! Thanks for your lessons! I’d like to clearify smth: is overview supposed to stay seperately? I think overview must stay within the introduction. Also, is it necessary to have at least 3 paragraphs?

The overview can be put with the introduction in the same paragraph. But the statements must be separate, even though they are in the same paragraph.

I am appearing for General Training on 07-03-2018, the video task 1 has confused me about the overview, Do we need to write an overview for General Training Task 1 ?

GT writing task 1 is a letter, not a report. See this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-letter-writing-essential-tips/

Do I have to use listing such as, firstly, secondly at the start of my body paragraphs when writing the task 1 (report) in academic writing? Like how we do in task 2? or can I just start with the factual information?

Appreciate your response as my exam is on 23rd March in the morning. 🙂 Thank you very much for your lessons Liz. Truly grateful.

– Madhu

See this page for writing task 1 tips and model answers: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/

Hello Liz Ma’am, I am trying to subscribe you, but I don’t get any confirmation emails. What do I do?

Subscribe on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/subscribe-ielts-lessons/ . Try a different email address if it doesn’t work. I’m on holiday at the moment so I’m not posting any new lessons.

Hi Liz, I had my IELTS exam past weekend. Thank You for the guidance and bits of advice you’ve given throughout the time.

Writing task 1 was describing a map. Writing task 2 was about online shopping and its impacts on environment and job opportunities.

Speaking test, cue card was about an incident which you were pleased to have the mobile phone with you. and the rest was about mobile phones.

I’m glad to share my exam experience.

I wish all my friends the Best of Luck to achieve a high band score!

Thanks for sharing 🙂

hello liz, i have a question: can i use this same structure when writing a line graph, table or other type of charts?? thank you

The structure of a report remains the same for all academic writing task 1.

Hi Ms. Liz. Regarding the overview for task 1, is it necessary to write it as another paragraph? or we can just include the overview in the introduction? thank you

The overview can be put with the introduction but you must make sure that the overview statement is very clear. You don’t mix them. The introduction is one statement and the overview is another statement that starts with Overall – make the two distinct. However, in most cases, it is best to separate them.

I am going to take IELTS general test in next month, Do you have a tutorial on General writing task 1 (paragraph and sentence structure)?

Waiting for your response..

See this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-letter-writing-essential-tips/

Hi LIZ I m still confused as what will come in GT tests? In writing no graphs etc are included , only letters are there . Is it right?

Can you send me all the links for GT reading,writing , listening and speaking. Thanks

See this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-gt-academic-writing-differences/ and then review this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-general-training-reading-information/ . As for speaking and listening, there is no special test for Gt students. ALL students take the same speaking and listening tests.

Hello, Liz. In the process diagrams, do I need to write an overview?? Especially that it doesn’t have anything standing out in particular; it’s a normal process.

All writing task 1 for the academic test have an overview. You need to pick the key stages in the diagram for your overview. See this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/ and then see this page about indenting: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

Hi Liz, please give more posts on Map, Describing process, and Multiple task for writing task 1. I really need it

Hello Liz, Firstly I want to thank you from my bottom of my heart for all your IELTS tips and preparation .I have a question for you -I’m really confused whereas the overview in task 1 should be after the introduction or in the last paragraph of the essay,because I have seen many task1 essays with band 9 score that have their overview at the end .Also can we use for the overview phrases such as :to sum up,in summary,to summarise or not .Once more thank you so much!!!!!! I’m looking forward to your reply!

Please see this video: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-tips-conclusion-or-overview-for-writing-task-1/ and then review all links and tips on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/

Great job Your nice as well as simple elaboration on developing the task one is absolutely conducive for the enthusiastic language (English) learner’s. Great thanks to u

very helpful and useful in every content. Thank you Liz

Liz your website is not responsive and I am unable to watch it on my mobile properly, please do something this error could be resolved by a web designer so please do it as soon as possible. Its half content is cut from right side.

This website is responsive to mobile phones. Which pages are you specifically referring to?

I’ve got the same problem. I have to turn the phone sideways in order to read the right side of the page

The current page has this issue. I can read only in landscape mode. I am on Android.

My website layout has changed recently and I’m still working on fixing it.

Is two body paragraphs required or they could’ve combined into one? If it is required, how should they be separated? By time, groups or it doesn’t matter? Thank you

You need to divide the body paragraphs into two – although occasionally three are possible.

Hi, Liz! Is it important to compare all the categories compared on the bar charts? I am concern with the time, and I have seen some Task 1 writing samples that only compared the most remarkable features. Thanks for all your work.

It depends on the chart you get. Some charts contain little information and to write over 150 words, you will need to include everything. Other charts contain so much information that you must choose what to put in your task 1 report. You will be marked on being selective of information when you have a lot to choose from.

Does overview mean the conclusion?

The overview is a statement which contains all key features. A conclusion is a statement which summarises and repeated the points given. Task 1 is a report and it should not contain repeated information – you have an overview, not a conclusion. See the main writing task 1 page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/

I wanted to ask you mam that do we write numeric information in an overview or conclusion

It is common to put totals in, for example for a table. However, the detail and figures usually go in the body paragraph. There is no fixed rule, it is just a recommendation.

I had my speaking test today. topic was: to discuss on a place that i recently visited. a: what sort of place was that. b: which type of people can go there.

It went good. hoping for a good score.

Thanks for sharing 🙂 Fingers crossed for a good score 🙂

i have follow up your lessons , its so clear , i was keep watching you tube to get more knoweledge about ielts. always keep smiling face and very clear words ,very easy to catch the ielts exam for all students. many thanks

You are the perfect teacher ,when I watch you lecturing it’s like watching the Mona Lisa, you are fascinating .THANK YOU.

Mam, can we use furthermore in task 1???

Yes, if it is appropriate.

With all due respect, I had earlier requested you to review an essay that I had written for writing part 1 but did not receive any reply for it. It would be rather encouraging if you could assist me in how I could improve on my writing band score for part 1. Please do reply at the earliest as my test is scheduled for next week.

Sorry but I don’t offer free essay correction or comment on writing.

I;m writing for the first time so it is hihgly appreciated, how I can to develop my self in writing particula in reporting ( statment structure ) could you please increase my enthasisum

I don’t understand what you want. However, see the main writing task 2 page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/ . Or get my advanced lessons: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-2/

hi mom, i love all of your video…… your explanations is very clearly and very helpful for my IELTS preparation thanks a million

You’re welcome 🙂

Writing task 1 (academic) we need to use past tense or present tense?

Look at the dates provided. If there are no dates, use present tense.

Can I write overview at the last after introduction , B1 , B2 and then overview ???

The video above explains this.

I’m attending GT in next week.In Writing Task-1 does it get only a letter or there is a chance of getting charts/Table?? Kindly reply me @ earlier

See this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-gt-academic-writing-differences/

is it possible that i share my own writing so that you point out me my deficiencies?

Sorry I don’t offer comments on writing.

Hello Mam Are you available to give classes or tuition for ielts.i am from Luton.Thanks.Love to hear from you.

Hi, if you would like more lessons, please see my advanced writing task 2 lessons: http://subscriptions.viddler.com/IELTSLizStore

hi liz….your lessons are very helpful…..can u please guide me where can i get my writing task s checked,,,,please if there is any online source,,,help me,,,,i need a band 7+,,,

Hello mam, I’m from india,as i have an ielts exam after 1 month but i do not know from were to start and how to do the practise from home as i need a 7 band in academic so kindly help me out from this stuff as i’m quite scared,

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Hi liz Is it compulsory to write a conclusion in task 1. Also is it OK to write a conclusion for task 1 diagrem. Thanks.

hello mam…..

mam i have one question. you said in your lecture that task 1 should be written in different paragraphs like introduction, overview……now we have to mention these subheadings before writing actual paragraphs or not???

See my model answers to see how they should be written. Liz

one of our instructors advise is to 3 – 4 paragraphs is enough for task 1. he usually merge the introduction (paraphrasing) and overview and key points into one paragraph, and that is paragraph one.. is this okay? thanks..

You should always divide the detail into two body paragraphs. If you fail to do that you will get a lower score for coherence and cohesion. Liz

Yes Liz, I have no problem with regards to dividing the body paragraphs to two details.. My prob is do I still have to separate the introduction (paraphrasing) from the overview? Because our teachers here always tell that the introduction and overview are merge to paragraph one.. Thank you so much for your help Liz..

The overview is usually put separately as an individual paragraph. However, it is possible to put it with the introduction. The detail should always be divided into two (occasionally three) body paragraphs. https://ieltsliz.com/writing-task-1-report-structure/ Try to read all my lessons before asking questions – this has already been explained clearly. All the best Liz

Hi liz . I am nina and i will take an IELTS exam on 29 October 2016 . I am taking general English, so do tou have any informations of an IELTS test 2016 . Can you give me? I would like to practice before i take an IELTS exam.Thanks.

Do you mean current exam questions? See this page: http://www.ieltsliz.com/recent-ielts-questions-and-topics

Thanks! You explained it well. But im still confused because some of ielts teacher has an overview after their intro and has a conclusion at the bottom part. How’s that?

It’s a bad example. You are being marked on your ability to organise information into paragraphs. Firstly, you should not repeat information in a short report. Remember this is a report, not an essay. Secondly, you should not divide key features into two different places, you should collect it and present it as one overview. Thirdly, the examiner is look for an overview in task 1 and a conclusion in task 2. The main problem is that many IELTS teachers have not completed the IELTS examiner training which is why they are not clear about how to organise the report and what the examiner is looking for. All the best Liz

Okay I got it. I will just follow what you said. Thank you 🙂

Hi maam! I sent you the sample of ielts writing task1 where i get confused, i send it on your email. Many thanks! 🙂

Sorry, I don’t offer essay marking. All the best Liz

Hi Ms. Liz. I just want to ask how will i know if my essay contains 150 or 250 words already. Thank you and God bless you.

See this video: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-answer-sheet-writing/ Liz

Liz, Can I use pencil for writing task 1 and 2???

See this page for info: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-help-faq/ Liz

I can’t express how much grateful to you for your charity on teaching IELTS!!!!!!!! Really I’m what I can say…………………. Thanks a lot ………………….

Dear Liz, I am so grateful to what you have done for IELTS candidates, including me , of course. I browse your website very often, especially, your youtube channel. I am reviewing for my next exam which may be in the end of this year. My target is 7.0 overall, but in my last trial, I got 6.5. Could you gimme some advice on how to improve from 6.5 to 7.0. Again, thank you so much for your useful lessons.

Please see the band score pages to see the difference between band scores. All tips given on this blog are for the higher scores – band 7, 8 and 9. Liz

Hi! Thank you very much for the comprehensive IELTS lessons and video tutorials you are sharing which are indeed very helpful especially to us non-native English speakers. I have learned so much from you and I really appreciate the effort you put into it. God bless you, ma’am.

Hi Mam, i should say your videos are really really helpful to someone like me who is preparing self for the ielts exam. i do have some doubts regarding the writing part of the general test because I’m misguided by many. Does the task 1 ask for letter writing or does it include graphs too? Looking forward for your guidance. Regards Aswathi

If you are taking the GT test, you will write a letter. If you do the academic test, you will get a graph, chart or something similar. Please see this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-faq/ . And see this page to practice writing task 1 and learn more: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/ . You should read the information pages and band score pages. Liz

thank u soo much for the information ma’m.

plz i want to prepare the ielts general training.

Hi Liz, Actually I had given ielts exam twice but both of time I am scored 5.5 in writing.

The reason is due to your level of English. If you make many mistakes in English and have limited control of the language, it will be difficult to get over band 5. For example, in the sentence you wrote above, there are 4 mistakes. Frequent errors will reduce your score significantly. You will need to improve your level of English to be able to produce more accurate language in order to get a good score. All the best Liz

Hi Madam, really you are excellent English language teacher. your tutorial on you tube helped me very well not only for IELTS but also for my academic writing. Really God bless you !

That’s really good to know. I’m glad my lessons are helpful 🙂 Liz

Dear teacher, You explained that for writing task 1 it should have 4 paragraph, so is it important to have conclusion for writing task 1? Please could you explain about this? Thanks a million!

You will find all information about overviews and conclusions on this page: https://ieltsliz.com/ielts-writing-task-1-lessons-and-tips/ . Please see the tips and videos section. Liz

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Writing IELTS Task 1 – Grammar for Academic Task 1 Essays –

For Writing IELTS Task 1 essays, you are required to describe the detail in a chart, graph, table, map or diagram, most especially, to record changes in data.

This will involve:

Describing trends
Describing increases and decreases
Making comparisons

To do this, you will need to use particular sentence structures and these are one of the things we’ll be learning about in this lesson.

We’ll also be looking at common Task 1 verb tenses and other elements of grammar that frequently cause problems for students.

Here's an overview of the lesson:

1) Verb tenses

2) Key sentence structures

3) 2 Common grammatical errors

1) Verb Tenses

The choice of which tense to use will be determined by whether or not the graphic contains dates and, if it does, whether the dates are in the past or the future.

Follow these guidelines:

No date – use the present tense
Dates in the past – use the past tense
Dates in the future – use the future tense

The tenses you are most likely to need are:

– Present tense – present simple, present perfect or present perfect continuous

– Past tense – past simple

– Future tense – future simple or the future perfect

The table below gives explanations of these verb tenses and examples from Task 1 essays.

Common Writing IELTS Task 1 Verbs

Most graphics will require you to compare data from two or more time periods, for example, past and present or present and future predictions, so you will need to use a range of different tenses in your essay, as appropriate.

The key word in the sentence above is ‘appropriate’. Whilst you will gain marks for using a good range of tenses in your Writing IELTS Task 1 essay, you should never do so just to show that you know many different tenses. Only use the tense that is 100% correct for expressing a specific piece of information. It is accuracy that the examiner is looking for.

2) Key Sentence Structures

The first two steps of writing a great Academic Task 1 essay are to:

Analyse the question
Identify the main features

I cover these tasks in detail in the lesson on How To Understand & Analyse Task 1 Questions .

Once you’ve done this, you'll understand what you’re required write about. It will be one or more of these things:

Describe trends
Describe increases and decreases
Make comparisons

There are specific sentence structures that you can use for each and these are what we’re going to look at next.

How to Describe Trends

The two most useful grammatical structures for describing trends are:

1) Noun phrase + verb + adverb

For example,

The number of unemployed women fell significantly.

2) There + be + adjective + in + noun phrase

For example:

There was a dramatic improvement in the percentage of people in employment.

How to Describe Increases and Decreases

The two most useful grammatical structures for describing increases and decreases are:

For example,

The popularity of social media climbed steadily.

2) There + be + noun + in + noun phrase

There was a fluctuation in university applications.

There is now a swimming pool in the location of the old factory.

How to Make Comparisons

Useful vocabulary for making comparisons includes:

high (er) (est)

large (er) (est)

few (er) (est)

low (er) (est)

small (er) (est)

These words can be used to form many different sentence structures useful for making comparisons, such as.

1) More/fewer/less + noun + than

More teenagers play computer games than a sport.

2) Most/least + adjective

The most common childhood illness in 1979 was chickenpox.

3) More/less + adjective + than

Cruises were more popular than beach holidays in 2012.

4) High/low/few -er + than

A lower number of teenagers play a sport than play computer games.

5) High/low/large/small -est

The largest proportion of immigrants came from Mexico.

These sentence structures are valuable tools for getting high marks for your Writing IELTS Task 1 essay, so practice using them.

3) 2 Common Grammatical Errors

For many students, two aspects of grammar that are a particular problem are:

Prepositions

There are two specific prepositions that you will probably use numerous times in your Task 1 essay when reporting change – ‘in’ and ‘of’. They are easy to get wrong.

Follow this general rule:

When stating the specific value of the change (number, amount, percentage etc.) – use ‘of’ .
When stating what has changed – use ‘in’ .

For example:

An increase of 20%.
An increase in the number of over 60’s taking exercise classes.
A drop of almost a half.
A drop in house prices.
An improvement of 45 units per week.
An improvement in retail sales from April to June.

‘Of’ is also used after a value. You will probably want to use proportional values in your Task 1 essay so here are some examples.

a small percentage of
just under a quarter of
exactly a half of
roughly three quarters of
a significant majority of
a high number of

You'll find lots more vocabulary for expressing proportional values in Writing IELTS Task 1 essays on this page: Vocabulary for Task 1 Academic Essays

Another preposition to learn is ‘between’ which you will need to make comparisons. For example,

The price of houses went into sharp decline between 1980 and 1985 but increased significantly from 1986 to 1990.

Many languages do not have articles, and native speakers of those languages can find it a huge challenge to remember to use them.

In English, there are three articles – the , a , and an . Each is used in specific instances.

1) With singular and plural nouns:

Use the before singular and plural nouns when the noun is a specific thing. For example,

The bar graph illustrates how many male and female students were studying full-time and part-time in Britain during the years 1970/1971, 1980/1 and 1990/1.

Use a or an before a singular noun or noun phrase when the noun is non-specific and could be any one of a group or type.
Use a before a noun or noun phrase beginning with a consonant. Use an before a noun or noun phrase beginning with a vowel.

Less than 30% of the population took a foreign holiday between 1975 and 1985.

There was an upward trend in families taking an annual holiday abroad after 1990.

2) Noun combinations:

Also, use a/an before adjective singular noun combinations such as these from our preposition list:

an insignificant minority of

The key to improving your grammar is to know your weaknesses and focus on these as you practice and when you check your work in the exam.

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IELTS Writing Task 1 Samples

Here you will find IELTS Writing Task 1 Samples for a variety of common tasks that appear in the writing exam.

The model answers all have tips and strategies for how you may approach the question and comments on the sample answer.

It's a great way to help you to prepare for the test.

The amount of money that a children's charity located in the USA spent and received in one year, 2016.

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The Proportions of Pupils Attending Four Secondary School Types Between Between 2000 and 2009.

The city of Brandfield. City planners have decided to build a new shopping mall for the area, and two sites, S1 and S2 have been proposed.

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The process that is used to manufacture bricks for the building industry.

The components of GDP in the UK from 1992 to 2000.

The scores of teams A, B and C over four different seasons.

The electricity generated in Germany and France from all sources and renewables in the year 2009.

British Emigration to selected destinations between 2004 and 2007.

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Visits to and from the UK from 1979 to 1999, and the most popular countries visited by UK residents in 1999.

Thefts per thousand vehicles in four countries between 1990 and 1999.

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The percentage of persons arrested in the five years ending 1994 and the most recent reasons for arrest.

The different modes of transport used to travel to and from work in one European city in 1960, 1980 and 2000.

The proportion of monthly household income five European countries spend on food and drink, housing, clothing and entertainment.

How chocolate is produced.

The monthly spending in dollars of a family in the USA on three items in 2010.

How tea leaves are processed into five tea types.

Pie and Bar Chart

The percentage of women in poverty and the poverty rates by sex and age in the United States in 2008.

Line and Pie Chart

The number of books that were borrowed in four different months in 2014 from four village libraries, and the pie chart shows the percentage of books, by type, that were borrowed over this time.

Four countries of residence of overseas students in Australia

Development of the village of Ryemouth between 1995 and present.

Public Sector Employment in 2015 and 2020.

Cultural Activities of Differing Age Groups

Construction of Tourist Facilities on an island.

Average House Price Comparison.

Average carbon dioxide (Co2) emissions per person

Leisure Activities amongst Australian children.

Structure used to generate electricity from wave power.

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Men and women attending various evening courses

Changes to Grange Park.

Populations in Yemen and Italy.

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Academic Writing Task 1 Sample Essays and Answers

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This is your very best resource for writing task 1 IELTS academic sample answers.

The resources are organised into different task types so you can look at several IELTS writing task 1 samples for three common diagrams. Read IELTS Writing Task 1 sample answers and questions to learn how you can describe pie charts, bar charts & line graphs.

There may be a lot of IELTS writing task 1 samples (academic) with hints and tips online, but how can you know you are looking at the very best resources? Some of the ‘perfect’ essays online have been written by non-experts, and while they may be useful to you, they should not be taken as a definitive guide to this section of the test.

Improve your IELTS writing and achieve a great band score on the academic paper with these useful links and model answers.

Each sample answer demonstrates the type of writing skills you will need to successfully complete the IELTS writing module for IELTS writing task 1 and IELTS writing task 2.

Take a look at some IELTS academic writing task 1 sample questions with IELTS sample charts to help you prepare for your IELTS exam .

Each bar chart, pie chart and line graph question comes with a sample answer to show you how to describe and compare factual information. This may involve describing differences between monthly spending in two countries over a given period or the number of pupils attending different schools.

You will give an overall perspective and may need to describe an upward trend or a slight difference. There are strategies to help you with each particular graph.

Bar charts – IELTS academic writing task 1 samples with extra hints and tips

Bar chart of international student enrolment in British universities 2009-2014

Bar chart of average monthly revenue from retail telecommunication subscribers

Bar chart of increase in total consumption

Bar chart of life expectancy (2006)

Bar chart of percentage of eligible voters registered for each race by state and year

Bar chart of average weekly attacks

Bar chart of pet Owners

Bar chart showing foreign direct investment in Australia over 3 years

Bar chart describing expected city visits by country of origin for 2018 (thousands/year)

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 15: Average life expectancy per country

Bar chart describing calorie sources for UK males at different life periods. Percentage of total intake.

IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 29: Water service reading

IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 28: Waste hauling truck trips

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 4: Book sales by genre across time

IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 27: Unemployment rate in Asia

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 24: Power consumption (per location) for July 2015

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 23: Passenger served per airport terminal

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 21: Hazardous waste inventory 2014

Bar chart and line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 20: Genset diesel monitoring

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 17: Coastline coverage by country

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 12: 5-year carbon dioxide emission in Japan

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 13: Active military manpower per country

Bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 9: Toyota car sales – Quarterly monitoring

Writing task 1 pie chart sample answers

Pie chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 2: 2014 world food consumption

Pie charts of council expenditure by three regions in the UK, 2014

Pie chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 11: 2014 deaths due to neurological condition

Pie chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 16: Billing distribution for the month of August 2015

Pie chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 18: Daily activity distribution per day

Pie chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 3: 2014 age distribution in Asia

Line graphs sample answers for task 1

Take a look at our IELTS writing task 1 line graph examples to help you get a better score for the academic writing task on your IELTS test. IELTS writing task 1 can be challenging but with practice you will get better and better. The resources below include an IELTS writing task 1 sample answer pdf.

Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 26: Thermal conductivity of material at 25C

Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 7: January 2015 temperature variation in the Philippines

Line and bar chart IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 5: Common budget items chart

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Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 1: Stock market quarterly watch 2014

Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 25: Production output for 3rd quarter of 2015

Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 14: Approval ratings of US President Churchill (10-year term)

Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 8: Temperature calibration data

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Line graph IELTS academic task 1 sample essay 22: Income tax comparison per civil status

As well as using the task 1 sample answers above, take a look at our IELTS writing academic task 1 tutorials to help you better prepare for your IELTS exam and achieve a good IELTS writing band score for IELTS writing task 1. There are plans and tips for using tenses and paraphrasing in this writing section and lots of other resources.

Improve your task achievement, use high-level lexis and avoid common grammar mistakes. We’ll help you write the perfect IELTS writing task 1 overview paragraph, make sure you are able to describe the main features of your chart or diagram and give you the lexical resources you need to be successful. It’s important that you look at all the data but select the most important features in IELTS writing task 1.

Why not choose a writing task 1 sample question and try to do it by yourself? Then you can check the model answer for feedback. You probably won’t have time to attempt to write essays for every task 1 sample answer but you will be able to read all the IELTS task 1 writing samples by clicking on the links.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How to write ielts writing task 1.

If you are unsure, re-read some IELTS task 1 sample answers to be clear about the layout you need to use.
Take 3 -4 minutes to plan what you’re going to write
Take a step back and see the big picture. Understand what you need to do with that graph, chart, map or diagram in task 1.
Decide the main points to include.
Check for any possible comparisons
Choose your language i.e. words and sentence structures

Read this article for more tips.

Which tense to use in IELTS writing task 1?

This depends on the data in the graph, chart, map or diagram. First, look at the title given and the x and y axes to see if there are any dates used. The writing task 1 academic samples can give you lots of different examples.

if the year is before the present year (i.e. 1999), use the past tense
if the year is after the present year (i.e 2020), use the future tense
if there is no year, use the present simple tense

Read this article for more details and extra writing task 1 samples.

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IELTS Writing Task 1 Process: An overview, steps and tips

This task, every now and then, presents as a hindrance for test takers owing to its tricky and complicated series of steps within a process or cycle. This article, therefore, will show you a brief introduction of IELTS Writing Task 1 Process as well as steps and tips to ace the task.

1. An overview of IELTS Writing Task 1 Process

Having no data or numbers shown, IELTS Task 1 Process is rather similar to IELTS Task 1 Map. However, instead of a map, this question type is in the form of a process with different steps or a cycle with diverse stages. There are a variety of possible types of process such as a natural process (e.g. water-made cycle), a manufacturing process, a system, etc.

If you are given a task of describing a process in your IELTS exam, it will be a series of pictures showing steps or stages of how a machine, a life-cycle of an animal or human, a phenomenon,etc. are made or how they work.

To be specific, there are normally three types of process:

Natural process: how a creature is born or a phenomenon is made (e.g. Life cycle of a frog, Process to form rain, etc.)

Manufacturing process: how a man-made product is made (e.g. Produce coffee, cement, How glass containers and bottles are recycled, etc.)

ielts writing task 1 manufacturing process

Object: how an object changed or how it works (e.g. the development of cutting tools in the Stone Age, etc.)

Your task, in IELTS Writing Task 1 Process is to report all key features and steps/stages in the process and cycle or to make comparisons in terms of an Object describing task. You will have around 20 minutes with at least 150 words written on this task.

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2. Structure of IELTS Task 1 Process

It is strongly advised to still have a three-part IELTS Process report:

2.1. Introduction

In one or two sentences, you need to rewrite the process question in your own words (paraphrase) and assure these following key elements to be mentioned:

Type of diagram (process-cycle)
Main topic (a structure that is used to generate electricity from wave power)
Type of process (manufacturing process)
Time period (no time period)

e.g. The two diagrams show how electricity can be generated from the rise and fall of water caused by sea waves.

2.2. Overview

In this part, there are no detailed or elaborate descriptions or vocabulary required. In about 1-3 sentences, just give a general description of the process or cycle. You can base on these questions below to have an effective overview:

How many stages are there in the process?
What is the beginning and the end of the process?
What is the raw material? What is the final result produced?
Are there many changes? What is the most striking change? (for Object)

e.g. The process involves a structure which is mounted on the side of a cliff or sea wall. This structure consists of a large chamber. One end is open to the sea, and the other leads into a vertical column, which is open to the atmosphere. A turbine is installed inside this column and this is used to generate the electricity in two phases.

The body part, as usual, should be divided into two different paragraphs. You can separate the process by describing the first half in the first paragraph and the rest in the second paragraph.

With regards to describing an Object and how it changed, it is advisable to split the body part depending on periods of time given.

e.g. Paragraph 1: Tool A – 1.4 million years ago

Paragraph 2: Tool B – 0.8 million years ago

Remember to describe all the features in detail but each paragraph should be only in three or four sentences in order not to go beyond the word and time limit.

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3. Steps to write a high-scoring IELTS Writing Task 1 Process essay

3.1. step 1: analyse the process question given.

With the same format with all other types of IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 , IELTS Process question also provides candidates with following information:

Description of the process

(e.g. The diagrams show a structure that is used to generate electricity from wave power.)

Requirements

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

3.2. Step 2: Find out main features in the process

Based on details of the process such as titles, labels or captions for each picture, you can identify the key characteristics of the process.

In addition, you can refer to these elements to identify the key features in the process:

Linear or Cyclical Process

– Linear Process: the process happens as a flow with two different starting and ending places

– Cyclical Process: the process happens as a circle going back to the starting place and the cycle repeats over and over again

The starting and ending places
Steps/Stages in the process
Raw materials and final products

3.3. Step 3: Write your IELTS Writing Task 1 essay

Make sure you know well the structure of an IELTS Writing Task 1 report before starting to write:

Paragraph 1: Introduction
Paragraph 2: Overview
Paragraph 3: 1st main features/steps
Paragraph 4: 2nd main features/steps

4. Tips for IELTS Writing Task 1 Process

Both active and passive forms should be used flexibly when reporting a process or cycle
In terms of describing an object, comparisons to show the chances and differences overtime should be utilised.
Don’t go beyond the word limit (at least 150 words) and time limit (about 20 minutes)
Don’t give personal opinions while reporting the process
Use present simple tense if there is no time period mentioned
Try to use suitable words and phrases for IELTS Writing Task 1 Process to structure and link the process coherently.

5. Vocabulary for IELTS Writing Task 1 Process

Also, if you want to consult the sample template for IELTS Process, visit this: Sample Template For Cycle – Process IELTS Academic Writing Task 1

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IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 – Maps

One of the questions you may have on your IELTS writing task 1 test is a maps question. These are not as common as the charts, but it is worth practising.

In this post, we will look at how to structure your essay for this type of question, how to describe both the general and specific changes, vocabulary and sample answers.

There are a few different types of map question , one will ask you to describe a map in the present , you may be asked to describe two maps, one in the present and one in the future and lastly you may be given a question that asks you describe two maps, one in the past and one in the present .

These questions will require you to show your knowledge of vocabulary and grammar, using the correct tense . You will also use the passive in your writing.

Writing Task 1 – Maps Essay Structure >>

Paragraph 1 – Paraphrase the question

When writing your own introduction of one or two sentences paraphrase the question and add detail.

Paragraph 2 – Overview of the main features

You need to be able to give a broad summary of the information . This is best started with – Overall ……. then giving details of the main features you can see. You can write this in one or two sentences, which describe the main features of the information that is presented in the maps. Think about the main changes that you can see have they improved anything? Have they built anything in an area that was the countryside before? Have there been any dramatic changes?

Paragraph 3 – Specific details of the main features

Write about the specific details that you can see – looking closely at the main features and include detail, then make any comparisons if relevant.

Paragraph 4 – Specific details of the main features

Describing Changes To A Map >>

Look carefully at the maps you have in front of you (above), have there been a lot of changes? What are the main changes?

The maps are normally labelled for you, with buildings, features and sometimes locations. Below is an example of how to describe changes ;

Since 2010, all of the buildings on the Liverpool John Moores University campus have changed. There are quite a few improvements to both buildings and access.

Providing More Detail >>

Describe more differences between the maps, looking at the past and the present . What has stayed the same and what has changed?

The library has been renovated to include IT facilities.
The former chemistry, biology and physics blocks have been demolished and replaced with one large science block.
The car park has been removed and a brand new lecture theatre constructed .
The admin building has been made smaller , to allow better footpath access.
The large car park seen in 2010 has been converted into a bus station.

How To Describe General Changes >>

The words and phrases below can help you to describe the general changes you can see in the maps, for example;

Over the period of 2010 to the present , the area had gradually changed.
The campus changed rapidly , during the six-year period .
During the six-year period , many buildings had been renovated.
Over the last 6 years, there was a large area of redevelopment near the science blocks.

Choose two or three noticeable differences in the map and write a statement for each similar to the examples above, this will become your overview paragraph .

TIP >> Remember that you must report the information you see objectively, you don’t give your opinions or any extra unnecessary information.

How To Describe Locations >>

When describing where things are on the map, it is better to use north, south, east, west , rather than say to the right or to the left . For example;

The library to the north-west of the campus was renovated.
The admin building to the south-east of the campus was relocated.
The small car park to the north-east of the campus was redeveloped into a lecture theatre.
The large car park to the south-west of the campus was constructed into a bus station.

Writing Task 1 Maps Sample Essays >>

Here are two sample essay questions and answers for you to look at. Review the language used, the essay structure, the information gathered and how it has been written. The two essays you see here are from former students who passed their IELTS tests in 2017.

Sample Map Essay 1

The map represents the city of Leeds including two areas, which were suggested as a potential place to build a new shopping mall. The sites are named S1 and S2.

Overall, both of the areas are situated within close proximity of the city centre, although S1 is located in the north of the city centre and S2 is in the south.

On the one hand, area S1 is near to a road, a river and a railway, which form the boundary of the S1 site. Part of a residential area can be found to the north-west of S1’s territory. If the shopping mall is to built on S1, it will be close to this large housing estate, therefore providing easy access to the residents and those who live/work in the city centre. S1 also has easy transport links, being close to both the railway line and the road.

On the other hand, a road on the west side makes up the boundaries of the S2 area and one of the forks in the road forms the northern border. A railway passes through the S2 area and on the right side of this railway there is an industrial estate. S2 is closer to the industrial area than the housing estate. The main road runs through the city and is close to both sites, providing good access. However, a large golf course and park are in the west of the city, which would stop this area from being used as a site.

(Word Count = 250 / Band Score 9)

Task Achievement – The answer provides relevant information, summarising why each site would or would not be ideal for the shopping mall location. The areas are both described in detail, with the relevant information given.
Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs, with clear cohesion between them with the addition of linking words (overall, on the one hand, on the other hand, therefore).
Lexical Resource – There is evidence of paraphrasing, synonyms and some less common words. They have used words such as transport links , northern border and residential area , that are not included on the map.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences are mainly made up of multiple clauses and have a variety of structures. There are no spelling mistakes and punctuation is correct.

TIP >> Remember to compare the areas you are looking at and identify the main changes that you can see. Think about why those things seem important and if there is a common theme. This will help you to gain a high score.

The images show how the planned new improvements will not only change the look but also improve the functionality of Park Avenue.

Overall, the most important change will be the addition of safety measures and the appearance of foliage amid the initial monotonous city design. The sidewalks will be wider on both sides of the road and bicycle lanes will be added, while a pedestrian crossing will also be constructed at the bottom of the street. The crossing will have an island where pedestrians can wait.

The wider sidewalks will ensure that people can enjoy their strolls and joggers will have a place to run without bumping into each other. The bike lanes reduce traffic problems that might arise, when cyclists are caught in traffic or when they try to move fast on the sidewalks. So this change raises the degree of safety and comfort for everyone.

The new pedestrian crossing is making the area safe for the community and is very clear for drivers. This will be safer for people to cross the road, as before there was no safe way of crossing the road. The trees planted, will not only improve the aesthetics of the area but will help to reduce CO2 emissions and offer some welcomed shade during hot summer days.

(Word Count = 213 / Band Score 9)

Task Achievement – The answer provides relevant information, summarising the changes. The suggested changes have been described throughout the essay. They are given a clear breakdown in the overview, with further explanations in the main body paragraphs, not only of the change but of their purpose and function.
Coherence and Cohesion – The answer has been divided into clear logical paragraphs, with the detail of safety measures and how it will affect the environment.
Lexical Resource – There is evidence of paraphrasing, synonyms and some less common words. They have used words that are not included on the map.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy – The answer has no grammatical errors. The sentences are have a variety of structures. There are no spelling mistakes and punctuation is correct. The tenses used are clear when referencing the present and the future.

TIP >> Remember to compare the maps you are looking at and identify the main changes that you can see. Think about why those things seem important and if there is a common theme. This will help you to gain a high score.

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IELTS Task 1 High Band Report Writing Structure

We suggest using four paragraphs for your IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Report:

Paraphrase the question

Write an overview

Body paragraph 1

Body paragraph 2

This four-paragraph structure will work for all Academic IELTS Writing Task 1 reports. We recommend that you start practicing your IELTS Academic task 1 writing with this simple structure. You will definitely see the benefits.

On this page, we will show you how to write an IELTS Task 1 essay, using our four-paragraph strategy.

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Task 1 Writing Structure

We can complete the essay using only 10 sentences! Yes, it is that much simple! Take a look how we place the 10 sentences in our 4 paragraph task 1 writing structure.

1. Paraphrasing the Question Sentence

Paraphrase the question statement using just one or two sentences.

2. Overview Paragraph

Sentence 1: summary statement 1(preview of the essay without presenting data)

Sentence 2: summary statement 2 (more preview without presenting data)

3. Body Paragraph 1

Sentence 1: first major point

Sentence 2: second major point

Sentence 3: extension sentence 1 (compare/combine the major points stated above)

Sentence 4: extension sentence 2 (extension of the previous sentence, or adding an exceptional feature).

4. Body Paragraph 2

Sentence 1: exceptional feature

Sentence 2: extension of the exceptional feature

Sentence 3: final sentence (wrapping-up the whole essay, completely based on the discussion above, nothing new)

Let's develop the answer step by step applying the above-stated 4 paragraph task 1 writing structure.

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

The charts below show the percentage of volunteers by organisations in 2008 and 2014.

Write at least 150 words.

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This is the opening paragraph of our IELTS Task 1 essay, where you need to restate the question sentence in your own words without changing its meaning. To do this well, you should have a good grasp of paraphrasing techniques. In the eBook , you will find an extensive discussion on how to paraphrase most effectively.

This paraphrased statement shows the examiner how well you have understood the question.

Let's look at the actual question statement that we are using on this page:

"The charts below show the percentage of volunteers by organisations in 2008 and 2014."

We can paraphrase this statement as below:

"The charts presented depict the proportion of volunteers among organizations for the years 2008 and 2014."

That's it, quite simple. Your first paragraph for the IELTS Task 1 Pie Chart Report is complete, and you have already used 14 out of 150 words. Let's move to the next part of the essay, the "Overview Paragraph".

IELTS Vocabulary List with Meanings and Examples

An overview is a summary of the main features that you will discuss in the body paragraphs. This is the second and most critical paragraph of our IELTS Writing Task 1 essay. Without this paragraph, it is unlikely to score higher than a band 5 in the IELTS Writing section.

Therefore, it is crucial to pay special attention to this section. You can check the eBook where the team of former examiners shared their powerful tips and strategies how to write an impressive Task 1 overview paragraph.

Remember, this paragraph should not include any data; rather, it should simply state the obvious feature s seen in the diagrams to let readers know what you will describe in the body paragraphs.

Overview P aragraph Str ucture

Sentence 1 : summary statement 1(preview of the essay without presenting data)

Sentence 2 : summary statement 2 (more preview without presenting data)

Let's form the paragraph:

Sentence 1 ( Summary Statement 1 )

"In general, the volunteer rate increased for three out of the six participating organizations."

Sentence 2 ( Summary Statement 2 )

"While Sport saw the most significant change, Educational and Environmental organizations had the highest percentage of volunteers in 2008 and 2014, respectively."

Complete Overview Paragraph

"In general, the volunteer rate increased for three out of the six participating organizations. While Sport saw the most significant change, Educational and Environmental organizations had the highest percentage of volunteers in 2008 and 2014, respectively."

It's pretty straightforward. The first paragraph (paraphrasing the question) was only 14 words, and the second paragraph (overview) was 36 words. So far, we have completed two out of the four paragraphs for the IELTS Task 1 essay. We are halfway there and ready to move on to Body Paragraphs 1 and 2.

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In the overview paragraph, we have given just a general statement of significant features, we haven't discussed any detail. Now it's time to explain them in the two body paragraphs.

Body Paragraph 1 Structure

Let's form the paragraph following the above-stated structure:

Sentence 1(First Major Point)

Sentence 2(Second Major Point)

"However, in 2014, Environmental organizations gained the upper hand, attracting a remarkable 29% of volunteers."

Sentence 3(Extension Sentence 1)

"During this period, Educational organizations experienced a slight dip from 24% to 17%, while Environmental organizations experienced a substantial surge from 21% to 29%."

Sentence 4(Extension Sentence 2)

"In contrast, Health Care organizations continued to exhibit the lowest levels of volunteer participation in both 2008 and 2014."

Complete Body Paragraph 1

"In 2008, the Educational organization emerged as the foremost source of volunteers, accounting for a significant 24% of the total volunteer participation, surpassing Environmental and Art organizations. However, in 2014, Environmental organizations gained the upper hand, attracting a remarkable 29% of volunteers. During this period, Educational organizations experienced a slight dip from 24% to 17%, while Environmental organizations experienced a substantial surge from 21% to 29%. In contrast, Health Care organizations continued to exhibit the lowest levels of volunteer participation in both 2008 and 2014."

We've completed the first body paragraph of our IELTS Task 1 essay and added 85 words. This means we're 75% done with the essay! It's easy because we're only describing the significant features we observe in the diagrams.

To be precise, we've written 14 words for the first paragraph, 36 for the second, and 85 words for the third. This means we've used 135 words out of the total 150 for the IELTS Task 1 essay question. We need to write at least 15 more words and one more paragraph to complete the essay. Let's move on to the final paragraph, Body Paragraph 2.

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Body paragraph 2 is the final paragraph of our IELTS Task 1 essay. This is the easiest paragraph in the whole essay. Because here we're just stating other features in brief and then adding a final sentence to conclude the essay. Let's apply our structure for the second body paragraph:

Body Paragraph 2 Structure

Sentence 1(Exceptional Feature)

"Conversely, while all other organizations witnessed a moderate shift in their volunteer participation rates, Sport demonstrated a remarkable increase from 15% in 2008 to 25% in 2014."

Sentence 2(Extension of the Exceptional Feature)

Furthermore, only Health Care, Environmental, and Sport organizations saw an increase in volunteer engagement rates, whereas the remaining three experienced a decline during the same period."

Sentence 3(Final Sentence)

"Ultimately, Educational and Environmental organizations stood out as the leading contributors in 2008 and 2014, respectively, while Health Care persistently remained the least active participant during both periods."

Complete Body Paragraph 2

"Conversely, while all other organizations witnessed a moderate shift in their volunteer participation rates, Sport demonstrated a remarkable increase from 15% in 2008 to 25% in 2014. Furthermore, only Health Care, Environmental, and Sport organizations saw an increase in volunteer engagement rates, whereas the remaining three experienced a decline during the same period. Ultimately, Educational and Environmental organizations stood out as the leading contributors in 2008 and 2014, respectively, while Health Care persistently remained the least active participant during both periods."

We've successfully completed the fourth and final paragraph of our four-paragraph IELTS Task 1 report, adding a total of 81 words to our previous count of 135. With this accomplishment, we've composed a remarkable 216-word essay, which meets the requirements for a high band score. Congratulations!

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Now, let's have a quick look at the complete framework and see how it appears in a simple, four-paragraph structure for Task 1 writing.

The Complete Task 1 Report Writing Structure

1. Paraphrasing the Question

Paraphrase the question sentence using just one or two sentences.

Sentence 1(Summary Statement 1)

Sentence 2(Summary Statement 2)

Sentence 3(Extension Sentence 1)

Sentence 4(Extension Sentence 2)

Sentence 2(Extension of the Exceptional Feature)

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