Writing Skills & Composition Flashcards
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In IELTS Academic Writing Task 1, what should the overview paragraph do?
Answer: Summarise the main trends or key features without detailed data
The overview highlights the most significant trends or features without specific figures.
How many words minimum are required for Academic Writing Task 1?
Answer: 150 words
Task 1 requires at least 150 words.
Which phrase best introduces a contrasting trend in a Task 1 line graph?
Answer: Whereas sales of tea fell, coffee sales rose
'Whereas' signals contrast between two trends.
What is the recommended time to spend on Task 1?
Answer: 20 minutes
About 20 minutes is advised, leaving 40 for Task 2.
Which word correctly describes a sudden, large increase on a graph?
Answer: Sharply rose
'Sharply rose' describes a steep, rapid increase.
When describing a process diagram in Task 1, which tense is most common?
Answer: Present simple (often passive)
Processes are usually described in the present simple, frequently in the passive voice.
Why should you NOT copy the question's wording exactly in your introduction?
Answer: Copied words are not counted and reduce your effective word count and vocabulary score
Examiners discount copied text, lowering your scored word count and lexical resource.