IELTS-Academic

Writing Module Task 1&2

Writing module

Timing: 60 Minutes Tasks: There are 2 tasks. Candidates are required to write at least 150 words for Task 1 and at least 250 words for Task 2 Test Parts: There are 2 parts In Task 1, candidates are presented with a bar/line/pie graph, table, flowchart or diagram and are asked to describe, summarize or explain the information in their own words.

In Task 2, candidates are asked to write an essay in response to an argument or problem. The issues raised are of general interest to, suitable for and easily understood by candidates entering undergraduate or postgraduate studies or seeking professional registration Skills assessed: In both tasks, candidates are assessed on their ability to write a response which is appropriate in terms of content, the organization of ideas, and the accuracy and range of vocabulary and grammar Marking: Candidates are assessed on their performance on each task by certificated IELTS examiners according to the four criteria of the IELTS Writing Test Band Descriptors (task achievement/response, coherence and cohesion, lexical resource, grammatical range and
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I: WRITING TIPS FOR TASK1

When your Academic Writing Task-1 is graded by IELTS examiners, they look for this structure: Introduction Body Conclusion Introduction should describe the purpose of report and say what overall trends you see. For example, if the graph is climbing up or dropping down, you should mention that. You need to remember that you are describing a graph to someone who doesnt see it. Write what the graph is about, its dates and location.

Body should describe the most important trends, i.e. out standing feature while all information is summarized to avoid unnecessary details. For example, if there is a graph that has 2 peaks, you should mention them; tell when those peaks appeared and what the peak values are. Notice how many distinctive features diagram has and divide information into paragraphs, one paragraph for one feature. You should link the paragraphs by sentences that logically connect them to one another. Important! You need to write about all the periods of time and all the subjects of graph. If it shows several years (1992, 1993, 1994) write about all of them, if it is about men and women write about both. Remember, summarizing doesnt mean throwing away information. The secret here is to select whats important, organize it, compare and contrast.

Conclusion should sum up the global trends shown on the figure and compare them if possible.

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II: WRITING TIPS FOR TASK2:

There are 4 Cs you should follow for your effective writing and they are conciseness, cohesion, coherence and composition. Each needs to be employed properly if you want a good score Now lets take a look at how to write these cohesive phrases. Cohesion refers to words and phrases that help ideas link together. Cohesive phrases include wordings like Because of this, As this shows, As can clearly be seen from this example, It is clear that To illustrate this, After analyzing both points of view, To provide a summary,

What I always suggest to students is to commit many of these phrases to memory and learn how to use them properly. When you get to your examination, you can use these phrases with confidence, which will not only save you time but also reduce the chances of grammatical mistakes. Our third C is coherence, which is the notion that all ideas you present in your essay should be easily understood by your reader. As you can probably guess, using the cohesive phrases above correctly can really help to boost the coherence in your essay as they clarify your ideas. Our final C, composition, refers to employing a proper essay structure. This means including at least 2 supporting ideas, real-life examples, proper discussion of those examples as well as some kind of summary and finally a reasoned conclusion. Note1: Avoid all informal ways of writing (i.e.) no abbreviations, no 1st and 2nd pronoun (I, you, me, my, your), except in conclusion where you have to state your opinion.

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Note2: Do task 2 first, because it is worth more mark and easier

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III: Points to remember:

You should write your answers with pencil Pay attention to the number of words required for each task. You will lose marks if you do
not write at least 150 words for Task 1 and at least 250 words for Task 2.

You should spend approximately 20 minutes on Task 1 and approximately 40 minutes on

Task 2.

You must write your answers in full; answers written in note form or in bullet points will
lose marks.

Pay attention to spelling, grammar and punctuation; you will loss marks for mistakes. You may make notes on the question paper but nothing you write on the question paper
will be marked.

IV: Points to score more bands

a) Read the task questions carefully. Rephrase them to yourself if you are not sure you fully understand them. Constantly refer back to the question to check that you are not digressing from the topic. Briefly plan your answer, especially for Task 2 in the academic modules. b) The two writing tasks are of different types: Question 1 may be a description of a diagram or a letter etc; Question 2 may be an essay or a report etc. Modify your writing style according to the question. c) Do not write your answers in note form, unless the instructions specifically permit you to do so. While notes show the examiner the structure of your text, you will lose marks in the area of cohesion and sentence structure because your ideas are neither elaborated nor joined. d) Write neatly, but do not waste time by writing a rough draft, then rewriting it. Write one draft only and write on every second line. In this way you will have enough space to change/correct your answer if you need to. e) If you have spare time at the end, check your work for small errors. These things are easily corrected and are important in deciding what mark your work will receive
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Class material

Day1 Day2 Day3 Day4 Day5 Day6

Bar graphs Pie charts Line graphs Other graphs Task2 Task2

Single, double and triple Double and triple Single, double and triple Table, diagram, flow chart and letter writing First class Last class

WRITING TEST 1 (Task 1) You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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The chart shows male and female graduates from the Higher Colleges of Technology in the UAE. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below. You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 2 (Task 1)

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You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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The chart shows the number of mobile phones and landlines per 100 people in selected countries. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given. You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 3 (Task 1) You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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The graph below shows the different modes of transport used to travel to and from work in one European city in 1960, 1980 and 2000. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below. You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 4 (Task 1)

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The graph shows Internet Usage in Taiwan by Age Group, 1998-2000. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 5 (Task 1)

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The chart below shows much water is used, on average, in several daily domestic chores. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 6 (Task 1) You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
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The graphs below show the types of music albums purchased by people in Britain according to sex and age. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 7

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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The two graphs show the main sources of energy in the USA in the 1980s and the 1990s. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the changes which occurred. Write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 8 (Task 1)

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Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 9

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Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below. You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 10

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The graph below compares the number of visits to two new music sites on the web. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. You should write at least 150 words.

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The graph below shows the differences in wheat exports over three different areas. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. Write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 12
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The line graph below gives information on cinema attendance in the UK.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information given.

Write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 13

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The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002 Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

Percentage of national consumer expenditure by category-2002

Country Ireland Italy Spain Sweden Turkey

Food/drinks/Tobacco 28.91% 16.36% 18.80% 15.77% 32.14%

Clothing/Footwear 6.43% 9.00% 6.51% 5.40% 6.63%

Leisure/education 2.21% 3.20% 1.98% 3.22% 4.35%

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WRITING TEST 14 (Task 1)

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The diagrams below show the life cycle of the silk worm and he stages in the production of silk cloth. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant

WRITING TEST 15
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The diagram below shows the typical stages of consumer goods manufacturing, including the process by which information is fed back to earlier stages to enable adjustment. You should write at least 150 words.

WRITING TEST 16

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You live in a room in a college where you share with another student. You find it very difficult to work there because your roommate always has friends visiting. He she has parties in the room and sometimes borrows your things without asking you. Write a letter to the Accommodation Officer at the college and ask for a new room next term. You would prefer a single room. Explain your reasons.

You should write at least 150 words.

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WRITING TEST 1 (Task 2)

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Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Watching television is bad for children. Use specific details and examples to support your answer

You should write at least 250 words

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WRITING TEST 2 (Task 2)

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Some people say that computers have made life easier and more convenient. Other people say that computers have made life more complex and stressful. What is your opinion? Use specific details and examples to support your answer

You should write at least 250 words

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Working and living abroad helps us to know other cultures well. How far you think working abroad has good or bad inputs on our cultural lives. Use specific details and examples to support your answer

You should write at least 250 words

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Some parents grow their children in strict discipline while others leave them free to learn lessons of lives on their own. Which one of these is a better approach & why? Use specific details and examples to support your answer

You should write at least 250 words

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WRITING TEST 5

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Modern technology is transforming the way we work & is of benefit to our society. How far you think our social lives influenced by modern technology. Use specific details and examples to support your answer

You should write at least 250 words

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Practice TEST 1 (Task 1) You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The charts below show the percentage of their food budget the average family spent on restaurant meals in different years. The graph shows the number of meals eaten in fast food restaurants and sit-down restaurants.

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Write at least 150 words.

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Practice TEST2 (Task 1) You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The table below shows CO2 emissions for different forms of transport in the European Union. The Pie Chart shows the percentage of European Union funds being spent on different forms of transport.
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Task 2- Practice Tests

Test1: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Safety standards are important when building people's homes. Who should be responsible for enforcing strict building codes - the government or the people who build the homes?
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Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ***************** Test2: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Should developing countries concentrate on improving industrial skills or should they promote education first?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ***************** Test3: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Most high level jobs are done by men. Should the government encourage a certain percentage of these jobs to be reserved for women? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words

Test 4: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Should sports classes be sacrificed in High School so students can concentrate on Academic subjects?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.

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IELTS-Academic Test 5: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic:

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Computers can easily do all the basic and advanced calculations. Do you think your children should spend more time learning basic mathematics or advanced computer technology? g Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ***************** Test 6: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Time is an important factor in every field. Do you think following strict time limits is more important than giving quality results?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words

Test 7: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Universities should accept equal number of male and female students in every subject. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.

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In some countries, young people are encouraged to work or travel for a year between finishing high school and starting university studies. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for young people who decide to do this. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ***************** Test 9: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Some people think that a sense of competition in children should be encouraged. Others believe that children who are taught to co-operate rather than compete become more useful adults. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words

Test 10: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Today, the high sales of popular consumer goods reflect the power of advertising and not the real needs of the society in which they are sold. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience.

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IELTS-Academic Test 11: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic:

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Successful sports professionals can earn a great deal more money than people in other important professions. Some people think this is fully justified while others think it is unfair. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ******************

Test 12: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Some people believe that visitors to other countries should follow local customs and behavior. Others disagree and think that the host country should welcome cultural differences. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words

Test 13: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Some people prefer to spend their lives doing the same things and avoiding change. Others, however, think that change is always a good thing. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words
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IELTS-Academic ****************** Test 14: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic:

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Creative artists should always be given the freedom to express their own ideas (in words, pictures or film) in whichever way they wish. There should be no government restrictions on what they do. To what extent do u agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ****************** Test 15: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Is it wise for an industry to replace its experienced but old workers with new and young experience less individuals?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words

Test 16: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Some people say that online learning is the most effective and convenient way to learn. Others say that online learning will never be as effective as learning at a real school, in person. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words
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IELTS-Academic ****************** Test 17: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic:

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In some countries the average worker is obliged to retire at the age of 50, while in others people can work until they are 65 or 70. Until what age do you think people should be encouraged to remain in paid employment? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words ****************** Test 18: You should spend about 40 minutes on this task Write about the following topic: Some people think that scientists experimenting with animals in a laboratory is the only way we can guarantee new products will be safe for human use. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own experience. Write at least 250 words

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