IELTS Task 1 Writing (Dynamic Charts)

What does a “dynamic chart” usually show?

• Changes over time

• One point in time

• Maps and processes

• Pie chart comparisons

What should you include in the overview paragraph?

• Detailed numbers and data

• Key trends or major changes

• Your personal opinion

• All of the above

Which of the following phrases is most appropriate to describe a sharp increase?

• Dropped slightly

• Fluctuated mildly

• Rose dramatically

• Remained steady

Which linking phrase would best show contrast between two trends?

• In contrast

• As a result

• In addition

• Similarly

Which of the following is NOT a good strategy for Task 1 writing?

• Use comparative language

• Group similar data

• Highlight key features

• Describe every single data point

What does the word “fluctuate” mean in IELTS Task 1?

• Rise and fall irregularly

• Stay the same

• Decrease sharply

• Increase steadily

What tense should you normally use when describing a dynamic chart showing data from 2000 to 2020?

• Present perfect

• Future simple

• Past simple

• Present simple

True or False: You should write a conclusion in Writing Task 1.

• True

• False

Which of the following sentences shows accurate grammar and vocabulary for trend description?

• The number of tourists increase gradually.

• The number of tourists increased gradually.

• The number of tourists was increasing gradually.

• The number of tourists will increase gradually.

What’s the best way to begin your report?

• I think the graph is interesting because...

• The line graph illustrates...

• In this essay, I will discuss...

• The following report is my opinion...