Comparing figures at different points in time

Comparing figures at different points in time

Analyzing the chart Look at the task and chart below. What does the chart show? What changes have occurred? What is the general trend? The chart shows student expenditure over a three-year period in the United Kingdom. Write a report for a university lecturer...
Using Passive Voice

Using Passive Voice

We use the passive   when the object is more important than the subject and the agent is either obvious, not important, or unknown:        All applicant are processed on the spot. (it is obvious that it is library staff who process the cards) in formal writing to...
Describing bar graphs: Comparisons

Describing bar graphs: Comparisons

Analysing  the chart In the IELTS test is the important to show you understand the information in the chart, so take time to study it carefully. Look at the task and chart below. 1     Say what the chart shows. 2      Explain what the differences are. 3      Say what,...
Giving Advice

Giving Advice

Analysing the question        Read the following exam task and underline the key words and phrases. Then in pairs discuss the questions below. (you will not have to actually write the letter.)      An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your...
Describing pie charts

Describing pie charts

General and specific statements Look at the pie chart and the task 1 question. Answer a-e below. The pie chart below illustrates the number of journal articles read per week by all students. PhD students, and junior lecturers at an Australian University. Summarize the...
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