Key to Effective IELTS Writing Task1

• April 25, 2019
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• IELTS writing Task 1 Writing Task 1

IELTS Writing Task 1 involves writing a report based on information contained in one or two visuals (such as charts or graphs). Task 1 is a very predictable exercise. Therefore, once you master the basic pattern of a good IELTS Writing Task 1 response, you can apply it every time! To help you master IELTS Academic Writing Task 1, we’ll look at the basics of Task 1, analyze sample questions, give tips to boost your score, and share our favorite practice resources.

Points to keep in mind in writing Task 1:

1. Read the question and look at the visual carefully-

The visuals usually have a title. Read these things first because they give you a good overview of what is contained in the visual(s). This information will be very helpful to you in the first paragraph of your response where you need to “introduce the visuals” .

2. Striking feature of the graph-

To find the main features before you start your description of a graph, chart or diagram.

3. Use register or style –

Style has to be formal. Use formal phrases and formal  expressions in the graph.

For example- avoid use of contractions such as don’t, can’t.

4. Mind the length of Task1-

In the exam, the minimum word limit for Task 1 is 150 words and you need to spend about 20 minutes on this part of the test. The range may vary from 150-180 words.

5. Never skip writing overview in the end –

The   overview is the most important paragraph in the writing task 1 essay and without one, you will lose marks. This will affect your score and your ability to gain a band score 7 or higher.