Writing task 1

Basic Understanding & Skills

I. Understanding Writing task 1
II. Writing Task 1 Skills
1. General writing skills
2. Specific writing skills

Line graph skills

1. What is line graph? What are line graph skills?

Line graph is a specific type of visual diagram that you’ll encounter in Writing Task 1. Line
graph Task 1 contains some sort of line visual vector, indicating a date, number, proportion,
percentage, etc… It is widely considered as a common type, as it is fairly easy to grasp but
still contains some new vocabulary for writers.

Whilst learning Line graph, you’ll mostly analyze trends and comparisons of different line
graphs, or line graph in different periods. You can categorize line graphs into single line and
multiple line graphs.

1. Single line graphs

a. Features
The function of a line graph is to describe a trend
b. Strategies
You have to describe the trend in the graph. Your report should be structured with an
introduction, a body, and a conclusion. Also, tenses should be used appropriately. In the
introduction, you should define what the graph is about, that is, the date, location, what is
being described, etc. The body will indicate the overall trend and describe the graph in detail.
You need to decide on the clearest and most logical order to describe the information. Lastly,
the conclusion should sum up the global trend shown on the graph.
2. Multiple line graphs
a. Features
A multiple line graph displays two or more sets of data at once for easy comparison
purposes.
b. Strategies
Like describing a single line graph, your report should also be structured with an
introduction, a body and a conclusion. Tenses should be used efficiently. In the introduction,
you should define what the graph is about, that is, the date, location, what is being described,
etc. The body will indicate the overall trend and describe the graph in detail. Especially, the
rising or fluctuation of the visual data over time should be described and compared in the
most logical way, so that the readers have a sense of contrast or differentiation. Lastly, the
conclusion should sum up the global trend shown on the graph.

2. How to write line graph? Vocabulary & grammar

a. General vocabulary
When writing Task 1, there will appear a shift in focus in vocabulary learning. Writing task 1
differs from the 2nd because it is deliberately formal. Here are some key vocabulary areas to
cover:

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1. Vocabulary for Describing Trends

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 a. Expression increase

1. increase/rise/be raised/ go up/ shoot up + by

2. increase/rise + to

3. come to/reach/jump to

4. as … as/up to

5. amount to/add up to/cover

b. Expression decrease

1. reduce/decrease N times as many as

2. N times fewer than

3. decrease N times

4. decrease by N times

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5. N-fold reduction

c. Expressing approximation

1. about, around, some, approximately, roughly, more or less, in the neighborhood of, or so,
or thereabouts

2. fewer than, less than, under, below, within

3. nearly, almost, towards, close on

4. more than, over, above, upwards of, odd

5. from… to …, anywhere between … and …

6. … or …, or more

Describing trends in phrases:

1. The graph/chart/table illustrates/shows/reveals...

2. The data/chart/graph/table provides information about...

3. It is clear/apparent/evident from the graph that...

4. There is a noticeable/significant/gradual/increasing/decreasing trend...

5. The graph/chart clearly depicts a rise/fall/increase/decrease/fluctuation in...

6. The line on the graph/chart represents the changes in...

7. The data/chart/graph/table demonstrates a steady/stable/rapid/marked

decline/growth/decline in...

8. The trend/pattern in the graph/chart is consistent/inconsistent over the given time

period.

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 9. There is a sharp/slight/marginal/gradual/moderate decline/increase in...

10.The line/graph indicates a plateau/peak/trough at...

11.The data/chart/graph/table reflects a significant/dramatic/reliable/consistent change

in...

12.The figures/numbers in the chart/graph/table exhibit a clear correlation/relationship

between...

13.From the data/chart/graph/table, it is evident that there is a direct/inverse relationship

between...

14.The trend/pattern in the data/chart/graph suggests a direct/proportional/inverse

correlation.

15.The changes in the data/chart/graph can be attributed to...

16.There is a striking disparity/difference/variation between...

17.The data/chart/graph illustrates a fluctuating/steady pattern in...

18.The data/chart/graph shows a peak at (time) followed by a decline/increase.

19.The data/chart/graph displays a consistent/inconsistent pattern throughout the given

time period.

20.The data/chart/graph indicates a gradual/steep/sudden decline/increase in...

Describing comparison in changes:

1. In comparison to the first line graph, the second line graph shows...

2. There is a significant disparity/difference between the two line graphs in terms of...

3. While the first line graph displays a steady rise/fall, the second line graph exhibits a
fluctuating pattern.
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 4. The second line graph depicts a sharper/dramatic increase/decrease in comparison to
the first line graph, with...

5. The two line graphs present contrasting trends, with the first graph experiencing a
gradual decline while the second graph experiences a sudden surge.

6. The first line graph indicates a consistent upward trend, whereas the second line graph
shows intermittent fluctuations.

7. The trend in the first line graph surpasses that of the second line graph during the given
time period.

8. The first line graph steadily outpaces the second line graph in terms of growth/decline.

Summarize trends

1. Overall, it can be observed that …

2. In summary, the provided graphs/charts offer valuable insights into...

3. Taken together, it is clear that…

4. The collection of graphs/charts provides a comprehensive depiction of...

5. In general, the graphs/charts illustrate the changing trends and patterns of...

6. The combination of graphs/charts reveals key information about...

7. From an overall perspective, the graphs/charts highlight the significant changes in...

8. To summarize the data presented in the graphs/charts, it is evident that...

9. The graphs/charts collectively present a clear picture of...

10.In conclusion, the graphs/charts offer a detailed representation of...

Highlighting the most important feature:

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 b. Grammar skills & tips
3. How to write line graph? Paragraph & use of words
a. Paragraph structure
i. Introduction
ii. Overview
iii. Detail Body
b. Use of words
i. Language
ii. Cohesion
iii. Analyzation
4. How to write line graph? Planning & Correction
5. How to get better at line graph? Model essay
6. How to finish line graph? Tips