Writing Task 1: Structure
Structure
1. Introduction:
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Start your essay by paraphrasing the question and providing a brief overview of the chart or graph. Mention the type of chart (e.g., bar chart, line graph, pie chart, table) and the main subject or topic it represents.
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For example: “The given bar chart illustrates the sales figures of three different products in a department store over a period of five years.”
- The given chart/graph presents…
- The provided visual data illustrates…
- This bar chart/line graph/pie chart/table depicts…
2. Overview:
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In this section, provide a general summary of the main trends, patterns, or features shown in the chart or graph. Keep it concise and avoid including specific data.
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For example: “Overall, it can be seen that Product A had the highest sales throughout the period, while Product C experienced a gradual increase over the years.”
- Overall, it can be observed that…
- In general, it is clear that…
- From an overall perspective, it is evident that…
3. Describing trends:
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Use appropriate vocabulary to describe the changes or trends shown in the chart or graph. Pay attention to the units of measurement and the time frame.
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For example: “The sales of Product A remained relatively stable between 2010 and 2012, but experienced a sharp decline in 2013. However, it gradually recovered and reached its peak in 2014.”
- The data shows a steady/increasing/decreasing trend.
- There was a significant rise/fall in…
- The figures remained relatively stable/consistent/unchanged over the given period.
- There was a sharp/dramatic/gradual decline/increase in…
4. Comparisons:
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Compare the values or categories shown in the chart or graph. Use comparative language to highlight similarities or differences.
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For example: “In contrast to Product A, the sales of Product B consistently increased over the years, surpassing Product A in 2013 and maintaining a steady growth until the end of the period.”
- In comparison to X, Y experienced…
- X outperformed Y in terms of…
- There was a notable difference between X and Y in…
- X had a higher/lower percentage/proportion compared to Y.
5. Specific data:
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Include specific data points from the chart or graph to support your descriptions and comparisons. Use precise language to express the values or proportions.
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For example: “In 2014, Product A accounted for approximately 35% of the total sales, whereas Product B and Product C contributed approximately 25% and 40% respectively.”
- According to the chart/graph, the value of X was…
- The percentage/proportion of X accounted for…
- X reached a peak/maximum/minimum of…
- The figures for X were significantly higher/lower than those for Y.
6. Summarizing:
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Conclude your essay by summarizing the main trends or features discussed in the body paragraphs. Avoid introducing new information or data.
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For example: “To summarize, the bar chart clearly demonstrates the dominance of Product A in terms of sales, while Product B and Product C showed varying patterns of growth over the five-year period.”
- In conclusion, the chart/graph highlights…
- To sum up, the main trends in the given data are…
- Overall, it can be concluded that…
- Taking everything into account, it is clear that…
Examples by Task Type
1. Pie Chart:
- The pie chart
illustrates the distribution of expenses in
a household budget. It is clear from the pie chart that
the majority of
the budget isallocated to
housing and transportation.The largest portion of the pie chart
isdedicated to
food and groceries,accounting for 40% of
the total expenses.
- The pie chart
illustrates the distribution of
salesfor different
productcategories
. It is evident from the pie chart that
the largest portion of
the salescomes from
the electronics category,accounting for 40% of the total
.The smallest segment in the pie chart represents
the furniture category,contributing only 10% to the overall
sales.
2. Line Graph:
- The line graph
depicts the changes in
average temperature over a 10-year period. From the line graph
,it can be observed that
there was a gradual increase in
temperature from 2010 to 2020.There was a sharp decline in
temperature in 2015,followed by a steady rise in
the subsequent years.
- The line graph
depicts the fluctuation in
stock prices over a five-year period. From the line graph
,it is clear that
there was a steady increase in
stock prices from 2010 to 2012,followed by a sharp decline in
2013.- The stock prices
reached their peak in
2014and gradually declined thereafter
.
3. Bar Chart:
- The bar chart
compares
the sales figures of different products in a store. According to the bar chart
, Product Ahad the highest
sales,while
Product Bhad the lowest
sales.There was a significant difference in
salesbetween
Product Cand
Product D, with Product C outselling Product D by a wide margin.
- The bar chart
compares
the population growth of different cities in a country. According to the bar chart
, City Ahas the highest
population growth rate,while
City Bhas the lowest
.- There is a significant difference in population growth between City C and City D, with City C experiencing a much higher growth rate.
4. Table:
- The table
provides information on
the population growth in different countriesover a period of
five years. From the table
,it is evident that
Country Xexperienced the highest
population growth,whereas
Country Yhad the lowest
growth rate.There was a steady increase in
population in all the countries mentioned in the table.
- The table
provides information on
the average monthly income of individuals in different age groups. From the table
,it can be observed that
the highest average monthly income is found in the age group of 35-44, while the lowest is in the 18-24 age group.There is a gradual increase in
average monthly income as age increases.
5. Diagram/Process:
- The diagram
illustrates the process of
how
a solar panelworks
. - The diagram
shows the various stages involved in
manufacturing a car. - The process
begins with
raw materials being gatheredand ends with
the final product being delivered to the customer. - The process
begins with
the seed germinating and developing roots.As
the plant grows,it develops
stems, leaves,and eventually
flowers or fruits.