IELTS Writing Skills & Composition 2

Question 1

In IELTS Academic Writing Task 1, what should the overview paragraph do?

Accepted Answer

Summarise the main trends or key features without detailed data

Answer

The overview highlights the most significant trends or features without specific figures.

Question 2

How many words minimum are required for Academic Writing Task 1?

Accepted Answer

150 words

Answer

Task 1 requires at least 150 words.

Question 3

Which phrase best introduces a contrasting trend in a Task 1 line graph?

Accepted Answer

Whereas sales of tea fell, coffee sales rose

Answer

'Whereas' signals contrast between two trends.

Question 4

What is the recommended time to spend on Task 1?

Accepted Answer

20 minutes

Answer

About 20 minutes is advised, leaving 40 for Task 2.

Question 5

Which word correctly describes a sudden, large increase on a graph?

Accepted Answer

Sharply rose

Answer

'Sharply rose' describes a steep, rapid increase.

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