Writing Task 1: Maps and Process Diagrams Flashcards
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Which word or phrase best describes that a building no longer exists on a map?
Answer: The school has been demolished.
Present perfect passive ('has been demolished') is correct for a change that has occurred and whose result is visible on the current map.
A candidate writes: 'Firstly, the grapes are picked. Secondly, they are crushed. After this, the juice is fermented. Subsequently, it is bottled.' What is the main strength of this writing?
Answer: It uses a variety of sequencing language to link the stages clearly.
Varied sequencing language (firstly, secondly, after this, subsequently) demonstrates lexical range and clearly guides the reader through the process.
A map shows a park that has been divided to include a car park and a café. Which sentence group best describes this change?
Answer: The park has been divided into two sections. The northern half has been converted into a car park, while a café has been built in the southern section.
Consistent present perfect passive throughout correctly shows changes that occurred in the past and are visible now; 'while' effectively contrasts the two halves.
Which sentence best paraphrases the task instruction 'Describe what the maps show' in your introduction?
Answer: The two maps illustrate the changes that took place in the town between 1980 and 2020.
A good introduction paraphrases the task using varied vocabulary ('illustrate', 'changes that took place') and includes the specific time frame.
When should you use 'whereas' in a map description?
Answer: To contrast a feature's past state with its current state
'Whereas' signals a contrast, making it ideal for comparing what a location looked like before and after in a map description.
A process has three main phases: raw material preparation, manufacturing, and packaging. How should you organise your body paragraphs?
Answer: One paragraph per phase, grouping related stages together
Grouping related stages into clearly defined paragraphs demonstrates organisation and coherence, which directly affects the Coherence and Cohesion score.
Which of the following is NOT appropriate in a Task 1 map or process answer?
Answer: A concluding paragraph recommending future improvements to the process
Task 1 does not require or reward recommendations or opinions; including them wastes words and moves outside the task requirements.