Three steps and a loop
Write, then mark it yourself.
Describe how a returned book is checked and either repaired or shelved.
Order: inspection, repair if needed, scan, shelf.
Templates for Task 1, introduction, overview, body
Insert a template, then replace every [bracket] with your own words. The examiner does not penalise structure, only memorised phrases that don't fit.
- Introduction (paraphrase)
The [bar chart / line graph / table] compares [what is measured] in [places/groups] between [year] and [year].One sentence. Change the prompt's words: shows → compares, the number of → how many. - Overview (the big picture)
Overall, [the main trend: most figures rose / X was the highest throughout], while [the biggest contrast or exception].No numbers here. Two main features. Without an overview, Task Achievement stays at 5 or below. - Body paragraph 1
In [first year], [X] had the highest figure, at [number], whereas [Y] was much lower, at [number]. By [later year], [X] had [risen/fallen] to [number].Group the data. Compare with whereas / while. Use past tense for past years. - Body paragraph 2
[Y], by contrast, [increased/decreased] [sharply/slightly] from [number] to [number]. [Z] remained the lowest throughout, at around [number].Cover the remaining groups. Use rose to / fell by correctly.
0 / 150 words
- Your first sentence should explain what happens to the book.
- Mention “Repair” as a side step. Do not leave it out.
- The “shelf” is where the book goes at the very end.
All four criteria are needed. Under 150 words should hold Task Achievement or Task Response down.