Academic vs General Training Flashcards
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In Academic Writing Task 1, what is the candidate asked to do?
Answer: Describe a graph, table, chart, or diagram
Academic Task 1 requires describing visual data such as graphs, charts, or processes.
In General Training Writing Task 1, what must the candidate produce?
Answer: A letter responding to a situation
General Training Task 1 asks candidates to write a letter (formal, semi-formal, or informal).
How does Writing Task 2 compare across the two versions?
Answer: Both require an essay, but Academic topics are often more abstract
Both versions require an essay in Task 2, though Academic prompts tend to be more abstract or academic in style.
What is the minimum word count for Writing Task 2 in both versions?
Answer: 250 words
Task 2 requires at least 250 words in both Academic and General Training.
What is the recommended minimum word count for Writing Task 1 in both versions?
Answer: 150 words
Task 1 (graph or letter) should be at least 150 words in both versions.
How long does the Reading section last in both Academic and General Training?
Answer: 60 minutes
The Reading section is 60 minutes long in both versions.
How many questions are in the Reading section for both versions?
Answer: 40
Both Academic and General Training Reading contain 40 questions.