IELTS Writing Task 1 Vocabulary Quiz

Which word means a slow and steady increase over time?

• Fluctuation

• Decline

• Gradual rise

• Plummet

If a trend suddenly goes up very sharply, which word is most appropriate?

• Stabilize

• Skyrocket

• Dip

• Plateau

Which phrase best describes a trend that does not change over time?

• Remain stable

• Plunge

• Surge

• Drop significantly

What does the word “plummet” mean?

• To increase slightly

• To remain unchanged

• To fall sharply

• To fluctuate

Which of the following words is NOT a synonym for "increase"?

• Escalate

• Surge

• Decline

• Climb

What is the best word to describe small and frequent changes in data?

• Fluctuation

• Soar

• Dip

• Peak

A sharp and sudden fall in numbers is best described as a...

• Rise

• Decline

• Drop

• Growth

If data remains unchanged over time, what is the best word to describe it?

• Surge

• Stabilize

• Increase

• Fluctuate

Which of these words describes a small decrease?

• Slight drop

• Dramatic decline

• Soar

• Peak

Which phrase best describes a period where numbers do not change?

• Reach a peak

• Remain constant

• Drop suddenly

• Fluctuate wildly