IELTS Task1 Trend-Type Charts Quiz

Which word is most appropriate to describe an increasing trend?

• decrease

• fluctuate

• rise

• decline

Which word describes a slight increase?

• soar

• climb

• surge

• dip

Which of these verbs would be used to describe a downward trend?

• rise

• drop

• peak

• surge

Which phrase would be used to describe a minimal rise?

• rise dramatically

• a slight increase

• a steady decline

• a significant growth

What is the best description for a fluctuating trend?

• consistent

• steady

• variable

• stable

Which tense should be used to describe data points at the start and end of a timeline?

• Present Simple

• Past Simple

• Future Simple

• Present Perfect

What is the first step in analyzing a Task 1 Trend question?

• Identify the subject and units of measurement

• Write an overview of the trends

• Analyze fluctuations and highlights

• Write a conclusion

Which of the following is a synonym for 'increase'?

• grow

• drop

• fall

• stay

Which phrase should be avoided in an overview sentence?

• "Overall"

• "The chart shows"

• "As you can see from the chart"

• "In general"

What is important to include in the overview?

• Specific numbers

• General trends

• Detailed analysis

• Predictions