Sample 08 - IELTS task 1 - The amount of money per week spent on fast foods in Britain

The chart below shows the amount of money per week spent on fast foods in Britain. The graph shows the trends in consumption of fast foods.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.

Band Score - 7.0 

Sample Answer -

The bar chart shows the changes in weekly spending by Britons on three types of fast food, whilethe line graph presents the fast-food consumption during a period of 20 years, between 1970 and 1990.

From the bar graph, it is clear that the expenditure on fast food by high-income groups is the highestfor hamburgers and pizzas with nearly 43 pence per person per week and 20 pence per person per week respectively. On the contrary, the spending drastically declinesto a mere 13 pence and 07 pence per week for the above two categories for low-income groups.

However, both the high and low-income groups show a similar spending of nearly 17 pence per person per week for fish and chips. On the other side, average income groups indulge in moderate expenditure for hamburgers and pizzas with 33 and 12 pence per person per week for the two. Although at the same time, they contribute the highest spendingon fish and chips with 25 pence per person per week.

The line graph illustrates, the consumption of fast food from 1970-1990. Wherein, hamburgers and Fish & Chips increased steadily to about 300 grammes during this period, a slight decrease was observed for pizzas from 300 grammes to closely 200 grammes between the same times. After the late 1980s, Fish & Chips increased dramatically over 500 grammes. At the end of the year in the graph, hamburger and Fish & Chips rose notably, while pizza continued to rise slightly around 200 grammes.

Thus to conclude, it can be observed that while all the three income groups showed an all time high spending for the intake of three different fast-foods. Moreover, over the period of two decades it is evident that, both hamburgers and Fish & Chips showed an increasing trend while pizza followed a slight decline.

 (This model answer can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)

Sample 07 - IELTS task 1 - Collection of up-to-the-minute information on weather by Australian Bureau of Meteorology

The diagram below shows how the Australian Bureau of Meteorology collects up-to-the-minute information on the weather in order to produce reliable forecasts. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.

Word count: 196 - Band Score - 7.0

Sample Answer -

The given diagram describes the different stages through which the Australian Bureau of Meteorology gathers up-to-the-minute weather information in order to generate accurate forecasts.

In the first phase, the meteorology department collects information through three different sources namely satellites, radars and drifting buoys. The information thus received is in the form of satellite photos, radar screens or synoptic charts. Moreover,it can be noticed that wherein satellites can transmit this data through any of the three mediums, radars can only send signals directly or through drifting buoys.

Once the raw information is fed, it is then sent to the analysis and forecasting phase where the data is transformed into reliable weather predictions. In the next stage,the output from the analysis and forecast stage is then fed into a central system, where it is prepared for broadcasting. Finally, the weather forecast is transmitted by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology through varied transmission channels namely - televisions, radios and recorded announcements.

Thus to conclude, it is evident that generating precise meteorological forecasts is a four stage process which involves reception of the incoming information through three sources and converting it into up-to-the-minute weather predictions required for broadcasting.  

(This model answer can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)

Sample 06 - IELTS task 1 - Results of a Survey of Adult Education

The charts below show the results of a survey of adult education. The first chart shows the reasons why adults decide to study. The pie chart shows how people think the cost of adult education should be shared.

Write a report for a university lecturer, describing the information shown below.

Word Count: 240

Band: 7.0

The given charts represent the results of an adult education survey. They illustrate the various reasons why adults undertake studies and how they feel the cost of this education should be shared.

From the bar graph, it is evident that the highest number of adults that decide to take up education is 40%, which is due to an interest in the subject. It is closely followed by those who pursue their education to gain qualifications and contributes to 38% of the total adult population. Moreover, the percentage of adults who decide to study to help their current job, improve their promotion prospects or because they enjoy studying is almost similar with 22%, 20% and 20% respectively. However, only 09% of the total adults decide to study in order to meet people, which is the lowest, while 12% undertake studies to be able to change jobs.

The pie chart depicts how the cost of each course should be shared. Wherein a majority of 40% people think that the cost should be shared by the individuals, only 25 % of them believe that taxpayers should bear the cost of the courses. In addition to it, 35% of the total people feel that employers should pay the cost of adult education.

Thus to conclude, it is observed that the largest percentage of people take up adult education due to an interest in the subject and are of the opinion that individuals should share the education costs. On the contrary, the least percentage of adults pursue education in order to meet new people. 

(This model answer can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)

Sample 05 - IELTS task 1: The levels of participation in education and science in developing and industrialized countries in 1980 and 1990

The charts below show the levels of participation in education and science in developing and industrialized countries in 1980 and 1990. Write a report for a university teacher describing the information shown.

The following sample answer is an example of a very good answer. The given sample describes all the possible information that is being depicted in the graph, with proper use of vocabulary and connecting words. However, as you can clearly observe the sample exceeds the desired word count for IELTS writing task 01 by a marginal difference and can thus lead to a band reduction. I will still rate the sample as an ideal Band 7.0 sample answer. Further modifications in the given sample can be done if you identify an overall trend that connects the three given graphs. Can you look at the graphs and identify any overall trend. Feel free to give your suggestions in the comment box below.

Word count: 270 - Band Score - 7.0

Sample Answer -

The given bar graphs represent the extent of participation by developing and industrialized countries in two sectors namely education and science for the years 1980 and 1990.

To begin with, in the year 1980 the average years of schooling for industrialized countries was 08 years approximately, which was almost 06 years more than thatin the developing nations. Moreover, the number of schooling years saw a rise with a little over 10 years for the former, while it showed a slight increase and reached a 03 year mark for the latter in 1990, being still roughly 07 years less for the developing nations than their counterparts.

In addition to it, the industrialized countries were comparatively ahead of the two, in terms of both scientists and technicians per 1000 people and spending on research and development. In the year 1980, the number of scientists and technicians for industrialized nations was 40. However,this figure increased sharply and reached an all time highest value of nearly 70 people in 1990. In contrast to it, the number of scientist and technicians for developing countries was around 10 and 15 people in 1980 and 1990 respectively.

Lastly, in terms of spending on research and development, developing countries showed a slight decline from nearly 50 billion US$ in 1980 to a mere 20 billion US$ IN 1990. On the other hand, the spending by developed nations far surpassed the former with an expenditure of 150 billion US$ in 1980, which shot up to around 350 billion US$ in 1990.

Thus, it is seen that industrialized nations showed a far greater degree of participationin any category as compared to developing countries.  

(This model answer can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)

Sample Points 01 - IELTS task 2: The characteristics we are born with have much more influence on our personality and development than any experiences we may have in our life.

Research indicates that the characteristics we are born with have much more influence on our personality and development than any experiences we may have in our life.

Which do you consider to be the major influence? You should write at least 250 words.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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The task asks you to draw a detailed comparison between a human's in-born characteristics versus the experiences he gains in life and the impacts they have on an individual's way of living/ personality.

Always remember, the safest way to attempt such questions is to always take a partial agreement - partial disagreement stand for the issue. The following points can be structured in an error-free manner to draft a decent BAND 7.0 answer.

Also keep in mind, that your answer should ALWAYS BE DIVIDED INTO FOUR KEY PARAGRAPHS - Introduction, Body Paragraph 01, Body Paragraph 02 and Conclusion. This is the ideal way of dividing your task into relevant sections so that it looks controlled and well drafted.

Introduction -  

In the modern world, it is often observed that an individual's lifestyle is primarily shaped by the events and occurrences around them. However,sometimes it is more of a convergence of both their hereditary traits and real-world experiences during the course of their lives rather than the dominance of any one of the factors mentioned above. Some people believe that the characteristics we are born with have a major influence on how our personality shapes up in the future years, while others feel, experiences play a major part in the same. In my personal opinion, both our in-born traits and experiences play a deciding factor on our persona and future development.

Body Paragraph 01 - Supporting points for In-Born Characteristics -

1. Genetically transferred characteristics serves as a foundation stone for future years.
2. At times due to characteristics transferred via a family chain, an individual can show more interest / inclination towards a particular field of study / work. Example - Music, Arts or any other working profession.
3. However, sometimes genetic disorders can also be transferred to an individual, which can prove to be a hindrance for their future development.    

Body Paragraph 02 - Supporting points for Life Experiences -

1. When an individual undergoes real-world experiences, his perception towards life can completely change.
2. There are certain things,which can only be taught / learned by experiences. For example - a person can be extremely talented in any particular field like music / art / sports but only through constant practice and learning from his own mistakes / observing the mistakes of others can he learn how to be perfect in his craft / skill.
3. In addition to it, at times, experiences in one's professional life also helps in shaping one's personality. For example - an introvert person can learn to socialize with people / society when he joins a work place, as he will constantly experience mutual interaction with colleagues and superiors.

NOTE - Do not forget, a well-structured writing task 02 should always contain a conclusion / concluding paragraph which will be an overall summary of your stated points/ facts / examples in the Body paragraphs. It is one of the most important part of the Task 02 structure and should never be avoided.   

(These points can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)

Sample 04 - IELTS task 1: The types of music albums purchased by people in Britain according to sex and age.

The graphs below show the types of music albums purchased by people in Britain according to sex and age. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.

Word Count: 230 - Band: 7.0

Answer :

The given bar graphs illustrate the kinds of music albums bought by people in Britain according to their age and gender.

From the first two graphs, it can be easily observed that the percentage of buyers of pop and rock music is similar in all categories. To begin with, for the given two genres, around 27% of males preferred to buy pop and rock music, which was nearly 10% more than females. Moreover, the highest percentage buyers for the two types of music were from the age group 25-34 years with nearly 32% closely followed by age group 16-24 years with almost 30%. However, the least percent of people who bought music in this category were 45+ with only 7% buyers.

On the other hand, it was a complete reversal of purchasing trendsin the case of classical music, where the highest percentage of buyers was in the age group 45+ with 20%. The smallest percentage nonetheless was roughly a mere 01% for 16-24 year olds. In addition, the percentage buyer value plummeted to half for 25-34 years old people with only 15% interested in classical music. Although,there was no considerable difference in the values of males [8%] and female [6%] buyers for this category.

Thus to conclude, it is clearly observed that all age groups except 45+ showed more inclination towards the purchase of pop and rock music.

(This model answer can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)

Sample 03 - IELTS task 1: The numbers of workers in 1975 and 1995 in several employment sectors for the republic of Freedonia

The graphs below show the numbers of male and female workers in 1975 and 1995 in several employment sectors of the republic of Freedonia. Write a report for a university teacher describing the information shown.

Word Count: 223 - Band : 7.0

Answer: 

The given charts represent the number of employed males and females in Freedonia in six different sectors, for two years 1975 and 1995.

To begin with, it can be seen that, for both the years, Public Sector and Wholesale and Retail are two major employment-giving sectors for Freedonia. Wherein,approximately 625 women were employed in Public Sector [non-defense] for both the years, the number of females rose from 500 in 1975 to around 800 females in 1995 for the Wholesale and Retail industry. Both these fields howeverhad almost the equal number of male workers for two years with 900 and 700 men respectively.

On the contrary, a large gap in working numbers was observedbetween men and women for Manufacturing  where around 700 males, nearly 400 more than women worked in the given time spans. Although,Communications and Finance/ Banking witnessed a fluctuating employability trend with men mostly dominating in 1975. Nevertheless women [600] were far ahead than men [300] for communications while the duo stood at par for the number of workers in Finance/ Banking field in the year 1995.

Thus to conclude, it is seen that all the employment sectors showed high degree of male employability except wholesale and retail and communications for the latter year. Public Sector [defense] had minimum participation for both the genders in the given years.

(This model answer can be followed as an example of a very good answer. However, please note that this is just one example out of many possible approaches.)