Structure
CAES IELTS Writing Workshop
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Task 1 Structure Task 2 Solution
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Task 1 Trends
Task 2 Debate Practice Sample Analysis
Overview
IELTS Writing Introduction Body Paragraphs
• Reminders • Diagram/Chart Information • Key Features & Evidence
• Band Descriptors • Key Vocabulary
Conclusion Practice Exercises
• Summary • Identifying Useful Vocabulary
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IELTS WRITING
Task 1 Review
Task Format Task Objectives
• Summarise information from a graph, • Identify trends
chart, table, map or process diagram
• Group patterns
• 150 words minimum in 20 minutes
• Two main body paragraphs
Band Descriptors
Task Achievement Coherence & Cohesion
o word count
o clear paragraphing
o fully developed answer
o linking ideas with linking words, sequencing
o relevant and accurate
words, pronouns, synonyms
o key features (not every detail)
Lexical Resource Grammatical Range & Accuracy
o variety of vocabulary (range and flexibility in o correct tense
parts of speech) o simple and complex sentences
o avoid repetition o punctuation and spelling
o appropriate vocabulary
02
INTRODUCTION WRITING
Writing Your Introduction
Know what the diagram or
chart is talking about
Check the key reference points Paraphrase question prompt
(e.g. graph axes, units of measurement)
Example
Question: The charts summarise the weight measurements
of people living in Charlestown in 1955 and 2015.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the
main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Introduction
The bar graphs provide an analysis of weight types among
Charlestown residents in 1955 and in 2015.
Source
Activity 1: Word Cloud
Brainstorm all the possible words or phrases you could use to construct an introduction.
Question: The charts on the left show the reasons why
people travel to work by bicycle or by car.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the
main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Introduction: The first pie chart illustrates reasons why
some people prefer to commute by bicycle. On the other
hand, the second pie chart shows the motives of those
who choose to drive to work.
Activity 2: Write an Introduction
Discuss how you would paraphrase the question and make it into an introduction.
Write down the introduction your group comes up with.
Question: The graph below shows population figures for
India and China since year 2000 and predicted population
growth up until 2050.
Introduction: The graph shows how the populations of
India and China have changed since 2000 and how they
will change in the future.
03
BODY PARAGRAPHS
Writing the Body Paragraphs
Each body paragraph is about one key feature.
Key feature = trend or pattern
Topic sentence identifies key feature.
Then support by providing evidence
The first key feature of this diagram is ...
Another interesting trend found in this graph is ...
Writing the Body Paragraphs
Increasing Trend
First, the graph shows that LaGuardia grew
more popular over time.
Comparison
Japan spends twice as much of its income on
transport when compared to Malaysia.
Key Vocabulary
Over the period …
In/for A, 𝑥 was double/half …
Both A and B had similar …
A [steady/sharp/moderate/dramatic]
[rise/fall/increase/decrease]
In contrast to A, B …
Analysing the data by 𝑥, we can see …
Comparing the results for A
with the results of B …
Activity 3: Example
One key feature of this line graph is that the population of
China will remain greater than that of India until around 2030.
In 2000 the Chinese population was 1.25 billion, while India's
population was about 1 billion. Only in 2030 will both nations
reach the same number of people, at around 1.45 billion.
Activity 3: Write a Body Paragraph
Work together to write one main body paragraph for one key feature of this graph.
M ake sure to use statistical evidence to support your point.
Question: The line graph shows the number of complaints
received by the complaints department of a single airline
over a six-month period in 2009.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the
main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
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CONCLUSION
Writing the Conclusion
Summarise Short and Simple
Recap the main points Conclude with one sentence
May include critical analysis as to
why the trends occurred
Activity 4: Example
Question: The graph below shows population figures for
India and China since year 2000 and predicted population
growth up until 2050.
Introduction: The graph shows how the populations of
India and China have changed since 2000 and how they
will change in the future.
Conclusion: Thus, over the 50-year period, India is going
to experience a steady growth in its population and will
overtake China.
Activity 4: Write a Conclusion
Work together to write a conclusion. Paraphrase the main feature(s) in 1 to 2 sentences.
Question: The three pie charts on the left show
the changes in annual spending by local
autorities in Someland in 1980, 1990, and 2000.
Activity 5: Highlight Useful Vocabulary
Identify and highlight some useful vocabulary from the sample answer for the map question.
1) Transitional/linking words
2) What tenses or phrases are used to mark time change
3) Vocabulary to show changes in the map
Activity 5: Highlight Useful Vocabulary
Identify and highlight some useful vocabulary from the sample answer for the process question.
1) Useful vocabulary from the diagram
2) Describe what the process does
3) Transitional words to mark the sequences/steps
4) Linking words to mark the relationship between steps
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