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Writing Task 1 – Table

 

There are 5 steps to writing a high-scoring IELTS table chart essay:

I want to start by highlighting the importance of steps 1 and 2. It is essential that you learn how to do this planning stage properly if you hope to write a high-scoring essay.

Many students are reluctant to spend time on the first two steps as they want to use as much of the 20 minutes allowed for the essay as possible writing rather than planning. However, it is important that you do them as they are the key to getting high marks for your IELTS table chart essay.

In this lesson, we’re going to work through the 5 stages step-by-step as we answer a practice question.

Before we begin, here’s a model essay structure that you can use as a guideline for all IELTS Academic Task 1 questions.

 

 

Ideally, your essay should have 4 paragraphs:

We now have everything we need to begin planning and writing our IELTS table chart essay.

Here’s our practice question:

Step 1 – Analyse the question

The format of every Academic Task 1 question is the same, with the instruction sentence (highlighted below) identical in every question. Here is our practice question again.

Every question consists of:

Sentence 2 tells you what you have to do.

You must do 3 things:

All three tasks refer to the ‘main features’ of the graphic. You do not have to write about everything. Just pick out 2 or 3 key features and you’ll have plenty to write about.

 

 

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Process Diagram

 

An IELTS process diagram question can contain a wide variety of different types of graphics. It could be a natural process such as the water cycle, a manufacturing process or a diagram of a system.

Using these 5 steps will help you to write a high-scoring process diagram essay:

In this lesson, we’re going to work through the 5 stages step-by-step as we answer a practice question.

Before we begin, here’s a model essay structure that you can use as a guideline for all IELTS Academic Task 1 questions.

Ideally, your essay should have 4 paragraphs:

We now have everything we need to begin planning and writing our IELTS process diagram essay.

Here’s our practice question:

 

Generating Electricity From The Sea

 

 Analyze the question

The format of every Academic Task 1 question is the same, with the instruction sentence (highlighted below) identical in every question. Here is our practice question again.

Every question consists of:

Sentence 2 tells you what you have to do.

You must do 3 things:

All three tasks refer to the ‘main features’ of the graphic. You do not have to write about everything. Just pick out 2 or 3 key features and you’ll have plenty to write about.

 

 

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Maps Lesson

 

In the IELTS writing test, you might be asked to describe a map in task 1. This type of question is becoming increasingly popular- in fact, it was on the exam last weekend here in Vietnam- and in my opinion, the easiest one to score high marks in if you’re prepared.

Many students, books and teachers overlook this type of question, and it is, therefore, a bit of a shock when one comes up. Therefore, if you are prepared, you will probably do better than most of the other students.

 

Different Kinds of Map Question

There are three main types of map questions:

1. Describe one map in the present day.
2. Describe two maps- one in the present and one in the future.
3. Describe two maps- one in the past and one in the present.

The first kind is very rare, as it only requires you to use the present simple, and no comparisons can be made.

The second kind occasionally comes up and requires you to use present and future tenses. This kind of question is normally about the future development of a town or city. It requires the same vocabulary as the other two.

The third is the most common and will be the main focus of this post.

You will normally be shown two maps, as above, and asked to select and report the main features and make comparisons where relevant. You will obviously use both present and past tenses to describe the maps and how the town has developed.

Also, as this is a man-made process, we will use the passive.

 

 

Structure

To describe two maps, I advise my students to follow a four-paragraph structure.

Paragraph 1- Paraphrase Sentence

Paraphrase questions using synonyms.

Paragraph 2- Overview

Make two general statements about the map. You should describe the maps generally and write about the most noticeable differences between the two maps. You could ask yourself the following questions to identify general changes. Is the map more or less residential? Is there more or less countryside? Are there more or fewer trees? Were the changes dramatic or negligible? Were there any major infrastructure improvements? How have the buildings and leisure facilities changed?

Paragraph 3- Main Body 1

Three to four sentences about specific changes that have occurred.

Paragraph 4- Main Body 2

Further, three to four sentences about specific changes that have occurred.

You can group information in paragraphs 3 and 4 by time or location, depending on the question asked.

Look at the sample answer below to see how I have used this structure.

 

 

 

How to Describe Specific Changes

The ability to describe change is crucial to answering these questions. The various buildings and features will normally be labeled for you. You need to work on how to write about how they have changed from the past up until the present day.

Tip: You may be asked to describe your hometown in the speaking test. The vocabulary and grammar in this post should be very useful.

Below I will list various buildings, features, and verbs we could use to describe their change.

Buildings– demolished, knocked down, flattened, replaced, renovated, built, constructed, reconstructed, developed, extended, expanded, relocated, converted, and modernized.

Examples:

The government demolished the industrial estate and developed a sports ground.

They removed the shops and replaced them with a skyscraper.

A port was constructed at the edge of the river.

The factory in the city center was demolished and relocated to the city’s north.

The old warehouses were replaced with new hotels.

The factory was converted into apartments.

Trees and Forests- cleared, cut down, chopped down, removed, planted.

Examples:

The forest was cut down and replaced with a shopping center.

The trees were cleared to make way for houses.

Roads, bridges, and railway lines- constructed, built, extended, expanded and removed.

The main road was extended, and a new bridge was built over the river.

Leisure facilities- opened, set up, and developed.

Examples:

A skate park was set up next to the swimming pool.

A park was developed beside the forest.

 

 

 

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Writing Guidelines

 

Keep content meaningful & user-focused

Give users clear value.
Ask yourself: Is this content saying something meaningful or adding new information?

Get right to the point.
People have limited attention and patience and are quickly frustrated when expectations aren’t met. As communicators, it’s our job to help them get what they need quickly.

Delete fluff. 
Too much unnecessary text leads to skipping. Users don’t care about what your organization and programs are doing; they care about WHAT AFFECTS THEM. Eliminate promotional, redundant, outdated, and trivial copy.

Show, don’t tell.
Language like “this page makes it easy for you to find helpful contacts” is unnecessary. If the page really makes it easy, it should be obvious.

Limit introductory text or instructions. 
If we write clearly and concisely, the purpose and meaning should be obvious.

 

 

Limit sentence & page length

Keep sentences as short as you can — the shorter, the better.
Try to keep sentences to 20 words or less. Express one point per sentence. Put the most important information at the beginning. Remember audiences are scanning, not reading.

Paragraphs should be 2 or 3 sentences max.
Put the most important information first.

Tips for web pages. 
Write content in independently meaningful chunks that make sense when taken out of context. Each content chunk should address just one issue. Readers overlook the second point when there are multiple items in a single chunk.

If your webpage requires scrolling, make sure there are headers and/or menus to help users find what they’re looking for. Consider breaking up long text across multiple pages.

 

 

Use active voice, not passive voice

Active voice helps make the action more clear by highlighting the person doing the action, followed by the verb. Passive voice is often awkward, it’s usually longer, and it makes readers work harder to translate.

It can help to look for a “by” phrase and rewrite it so the actor is first.

Active voice	Passive voice
Medicare covers the wheelchair.	The wheelchair is covered by Medicare.
Your state will determine eligibility.	Eligibility will be determined by your state.
Complete your application and return it to us by June 1.	The application must be completed by the applicant and received by Human Resources by June 1.

 

 

Use common, everyday words

Use the same words your audience does. Replace complex words with simple ones. The conversational tone is easier to understand. This is especially important with web writing, as simple words are often common search terms that enhance SEO.

Language to avoid:

• Undefined abbreviations and acronyms.
• Using 2 different terms to mean the same thing (like doctor, physician, provider), unless unavoidable by policy constraints or intentional for SEO benefit (like health plan and health insurance).
• Legal, technical, medical, or marketing jargon.
• Idioms (think “It’s raining cats and dogs”).
• Colloquialisms (think “Our team does the heavy lifting so you don’t have to”).
• Unnecessary intensifiers (e.g.: very, much, best, quite).
• Negative phrasing.
• Humor, which often doesn’t translate well.
• Talking at your reader, instead of with them (having a conversation vs. listening to a lecture).
• Quoting laws and regulations, unless absolutely necessary.

 

 

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Guideline – Task 1 :

 

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Agree Or Disagree

 

For an IELTS agree disagree essay you can either agree with the statement, disagree with the statement, or give your opinion which contains a balanced approach to the issues in the statement. However, this does not mean you can discuss both sides impartially – you must give a clear opinion to get a good score in the criterion of Task Response which is 25% of your marks. Another name for an agree-to-disagree essay is an opinion essay or argumentative essay.

 

 

IELTS Agree Disagree Model Essay

Below is a model answer for the above Opinion Essay: Agree/Disagree Essay.

Owing to the problems that a growing population of overweight people causes for the health care system, some people think that the key to solving these issues is to have more sport and exercise in schools. I completely agree that this is the best way to tackle the issue of deteriorating public health in relation to weight. Firstly, dealing with the issues surrounding obesity and weight problems is best solved by taking a long-term approach and introducing more sport and exercise in schools.

This method will ensure that the next generation will be healthier and will not have such health problems. At the moment, the average child in the West does sport possibly twice a week, which is not enough to counteract their otherwise sedentary lifestyle. However, by incorporating more sports classes into the curriculum as well as encouraging extracurricular sports activities, they will undoubtedly become fitter and more active.

Another point to consider is that having more sports lessons for children in schools will probably result in children developing an interest in exercise which might filter through to other members of their family and have a longer-lasting effect. In other words, parents with sporty children are more likely to get involved in sports as a way of encouraging their children. By both parents and children being involved, it will ensure that children grow up to incorporate sport into their daily lives.

 

 

This is certainly a natural and lasting way to improve public health. In conclusion, to deal with an increasing population of unfit, overweight people, changing the lifestyle of the coming generation by introducing sport in schools is the easiest and most effective method to use.

 

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Advantages Or Disadvantages

 

IELTS Advantage Disadvantage Model Essay

 

It is thought by some people that English, which is now the most widely spoken language in the world, may one day predominate over all other languages and result in their eventual disappearance. Having one language would certainly aid understanding and economic growth but there will also be some drawbacks. One evident benefit to having one global language is that it would enable greater understanding between countries.

 

 

In other words, if everyone spoke one language, there would be complete understanding between not only countries but all people throughout the world which would promote learning, and the flow of information and ideas. Another reason that one language would be advantageous is that it would help economic growth. With all people speaking the same language, there would be fewer barriers, and therefore trade would flourish between countries, resulting in a healthier world economy.

On the other hand, there are obvious disadvantages to having only one global language. Firstly, it would mean that all other languages would eventually disappear and, along with them, their cultures. The diversity of cultures is one of the joys this world has to offer. Each culture is unique with its own way of life and own perspectives of the world which would all be lost if there were only one language.

 

 

Secondly, it would result in the collapse of tourism because there would be no reason to travel for pleasure and interest if all countries had the same language and similar cultures. This would devastate many countries economically that rely on tourism as a source of income. In conclusion, while there are plus points to having one global language, too much would be lost as a result. Maintaining local languages and cultures should be prioritized to ensure a rich world heritage for future generations.

 

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Short Question Answer

 

Guidelines for constructing short answer questions

 

 

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Writing Essay

 

Despite the fact that, as Shakespeare said, “the pen is mightier than the sword,” the pen itself is not enough to make an effective writer. In fact, though we may all like to think of ourselves as the next Shakespeare, inspiration alone is not the key to effective essay writing. You see, the conventions of English essays are more formulaic than you might think – and, in many ways, it can be as simple as counting to five.

 

 

Steps to Writing an Essay

Follow these 7 steps for the best results:

1. Read and understand the prompt: Know exactly what is being asked of you. It’s a good idea to dissect the prompt into parts.
2. Plan: Brainstorming and organizing your ideas will make your life much easier when you go to write your essay. It’s a good idea to make a web of your ideas and supporting details.
3. Use and cite sources: Do your research. Use quotes and paraphrases from your sources, but NEVER plagiarize.
4. Write a Draft: Ernest Hemingway once said, “The first draft of anything is always crap.” While the truth behind this statement is debatable, drafts are always a good place to get any of your “crappy” ideas out of the way and are often required by professors and instructors.
5. Make a strong thesis: The thesis (main argument) of the essay is the most important thing you’ll write. Make it a strong point.
6. Respond to the prompt: Once you have worked out any kinks in your draft, you can start writing the final draft of your essay.
7. Proofread: Read your response carefully to make sure that there are no mistakes and that you didn’t miss anything.

 

 

Of course, every essay assignment is different and it’s important to be mindful of that. If one of these steps isn’t applicable to the essay you are writing, skip it and move to the next one.

The Five-Paragraph Essay

Though more advanced academic papers are a category all their own, the basic high school or college essay has the following standardized, five-paragraph structure:

Paragraph 1: Introduction
Paragraph 2: Body 1
Paragraph 3: Body 2
Paragraph 4: Body 3
Paragraph 5: Conclusion

Though it may seem formulaic – and, well, it is – the idea behind this structure is to make it easier for the reader to navigate the ideas put forth in an essay. You see, if your essay has the same structure as every other one, any reader should be able to quickly and easily find the information most relevant to them.

 

 

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Listening Practice

 

 

 

Multiple choice

Matching

 

Form, note, table, flow-chart, summary completion

 

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Que Card Session

 

IELTS cue card 2023

The IELTS cue card is a crucial part of the speaking section in the test. During the speaking interview with an examiner, you will be given a cue card that contains a specific topic or task. The IELTS cue card for speaking includes questions related to the topic you should speak about. You have one minute to prepare your response and two minutes to talk about the topic.

The IELTS cue card format is structured to analyze your English language skills in various aspects, such as fluency and coherence, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. The IELTS cue card topics are mostly based on personal experiences, opinions, or abstract ideas. The IELTS cue card topics and questions assess your ability to organize, present information, and communicate effectively and coherently within the given time.

 

 

IELTS cue card questions

Here are some common IELTS cue card formats you can expect during the assessment. Make sure to prepare accordingly.

Describe a course that you want to learn in the future.

• What the course is about?
• What did you like about the course?
• When do you want to start learning?
• Where can you learn the course?
• Why do you want to learn it?

Describe a memorable event from your childhood.

• Describe the event.
• When and where did it happen?
• Who were the people involved?
• Why is it memorable to you?

Talk about your favorite book or movie.

• What is the title of the book/movie?
• What is the genre and the storyline?
• Why is it your favorite?
• Would you recommend it to others? Why?

Describe a place you would like to visit.

• Which place is it?
• What do you know about the place?
• Why do you want to visit it?
• What activities would you like to do there?

Discuss a person who has had a significant impact on your life.

• Who is the person?
• How did you meet this person?
• In what ways have they influenced you?
• How has your life changed because of them?

 

 

Talk about a hobby or activity you enjoy.

• What is the hobby/activity?
• When and how did you start doing it?
• What do you like about it?
• How does it benefit you or make you feel?

Describe a recent travel experience.

• Where did you go?
• Who did you travel with?
• What did you do there?
• What did you enjoy the most about the trip?

Talk about a technological device you find useful.

• What is the device?
• How do you use it in your daily life?
• What benefits does it provide?
• Would you recommend it to others? Why?

Describe an achievement you are proud of.

• What is the achievement?
• When did it happen?
• How did you accomplish it?
• Why is it significant to you?

Discuss a cultural event or festival you have attended.

• Which event or festival was it?
• When and where did it take place?
• What were the highlights of the event?
• How did you feel about the experience?

Talk about a challenging situation you faced and how you dealt with it.

• What was the situation?
• How did it challenge you?
• What steps did you take to overcome it?
• What did you learn from the experience?

 

 

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