(IELTS) Writing Model Answer
(IELTS) Writing Model Answer
The diagram illustrates how an Australian town collects rainwater to process in order to use
drinking water. Overall, rainwater collected from houses can be used for drinking after it has
been processed by being filtered and then treated with chemicals.
Initially, the rain which falls on the rooftop is collected by the gutter and then runs down the
pipe at the side of the house into the drain at the bottom. Each house collects rainwater in this
way and the rainwater is then passed along underground drains to the water filter.
The rainwater passes through the water filter to remove any impurities. Once it has been
filtered, it continues along the pipes to a storage tank. From this point, the water goes from
storage to the water treatment. At this stage of the process, the water is treated with chemicals
in order to make it fit for consumption. When the water is ready for drinking, it travels along
pipes that lead back into the houses in the town where people can use the water for daily
consumption.
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IELTS Bar Chart & Pie Chart: Education levels in Glasgow
The sample answer is estimated at about band score 8. The sample asnwers contains some
grammar errors - can you find them?
The bar chart and pie charts illustrate the percentage of people in Glasgow having three levels
of education (university, school and those with no qualifications) in 2010. Information is
divided into five age groups in the bar chart and by gender in the pie charts.
Overall, the majority of people with university education were in younger age groups in the
younger age groups, while in the oldest age group most people did not have any qualifications.
The proportions of men and women were similar and showed little different difference between
the levels of education.
The percentage of people with university education was up to 76% in the younger three age
groups compared to only 50% in those ages 50 to 75 in those aged 50 to 75 and just 25% in
those over 75. This trend was reversed in those with no qualifications (9% in younger people
rising to 72% in the oldest age group). The figure for those with school education was relatively
constant at around 20% but was as low as 3% in the over 75’s.
The porportion of men and women in each level of education was around one third with only a
slightly slight difference of 3% in hniversity graduates as well as those who didn’t did not have
educational qualifications.
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IELTS Diagram: Cutting Stone
The given diagram illustrates the cutting stone tools and how it was advanced, from 1.4 million
years ago to 800 thousand years ago. It can be clearly noticed that the stone was improved into
a sharper and better one over the years.
The stone tool made 1.4 million years ago was more rounded at the top and bottom edges. From
the front and the back viw of the tool, it is clear that the diameter in the middle was almost 5 cm
and towards the top and bottom, it was around 3 cm wide. The side view shows that the tool
was wider in the middle, with a diameter of around 3 cm and it tapered towards the top and the
bottom ends. The back of the stone had fewer cuts than the front and they were also not very
fine.
800 thousand years ago, this tool developed into a sharper, more refined tool. In the front and
the back view it can be seen that the maximum diameter of the tool was the same that the
maximum diameter of the tool was the same as in the older tool, but it was more towards the
lower side. The side view makes it clear that it was much lesser in width (1.5 cm) than the older
tool. The stone was more chiseled than the previous one.
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IELTS Line Graph: Consumption of Spreads
The graph below shows the consumption of 3 spreads from 1981 to 2007
The line graph illustrates the amount of three kinds of spreads (margarine, low fat and redued
spreads and butter) which were consumed over 26 years from 1981 to 2007. Units are
measured in grams. Overall, the consumption of margarine and butter decreased over the
period given, while for low fat and reduced spreads, it rose.
At the start of the period, butter was the most popular spread, which was replaced by margarine
from 1991 to 2001, and following that low fat and reduced spreads became the most widely
used spread in the final year.
With regards to the amount of butter used, it began at around 140 grams and then peaked at
160 grams in 1986 before falling dramatically to about 50 grams in the last year. Likewise,
approximately 90 grams of margarine was eaten in the first year after which the figure
flucutated slightly and dropped to a low of 40 grams in 2007.
On the other hand, the consumption of low fats and reduced spreads only started in 1986 at
about 10 grams. This figure, which reached a high of just over 80 grams 5 years later, fell slightly
in the final years to approximately 70 grams in 2007.
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The chart illustrates the amount of money spent on five consumer goods (cars, computers,
books, perfume and cameras) in France and the UK in 2010. Units are measured in pounds
sterling. Overall, the UK spent more money on consumer goods than France in the period given.
Both the British and the French spent most of their money on cars whereas the least amount of
money was spent on perfume in the UK compared to cameras in France. Furthermore, the most
significant difference in expenditure betwee two countries was on cameras.
In terms of cars, people in the UK spent about 450,000 on this as opposed to the French at
400,000. Similarly, the British expenditure was higher on books than the French (around
400,000 and 300,000 respectively). In the UK, expenditure on cameras (just over 350,000) was
over double that of FRance, which was only 150,000.
On the other hand, the amount of money paid out on the remaining goods was higher in France.
Above 350,000 was spent by the French on computers which was slightly more than the British
who spent exactly 350,000. Neither of the countries spent much on perfume which accounted
for 200,000 of expenditure in France but under 150,000 in the UK.
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Comments: The report has been organsed into logical paragraphs with flexible use of linking.
The overview is very clear with key features well highlighted. Accurate ateis used to support
sentences in the body paragraphs. There is a range of complex structures and vocabulary which
is used flexibly. This is an estimated band score 9 writing task 1 report for the acdemic paper.
IELTS Advantage & Disadvantage: Language
The development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most promient
language in the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the
only language to be spoken globally.
What are the advantages and disadvantages to having one language in the world?
It is thought by some people that English, which is now the most widely spoken language in the
world, may one day predominate over all other languages and result in their eventual
disappearrance. Having one language would centainly aid understanding and economic growth
but there will also be some drawbacks.
One evident benefit to having one global language is that it would enable greater understanding
between countries. In other words, if everyone spoke one language, there would be complete
understanding between not only countries but all people throughout the world, which would
promote learning, the flow of information and ideas. Another reason that one language would
be advantageous is that it would help economic growth. With all people speaking the same
language, there would be fewer barriers and therefore trade would flourish between countries,
resulting in a healthier world economy.
On the other hand, there are obvious disadvantages to having one global language. Firstly, it
would mean that all other languages would eventually disappear and, along with them, their
cultures. The diversity of cultures is one of the joys this world has to offer. Each culture is
unique with its own way of life and own perspectives of the world, which would all be lost if
there were only one language. Secondly, it would result in the collapse of tourism because there
would be no reason to travel for pleasure and interest if all countries had the same language and
similar cultures. This would devastate many countries economically that rely on tourism as a
source of income.
In conclusion, while there are plus points to having one global language, too much would be lost
as a result. Maintaining local languages and cultures should be prioritised to ensure a rich world
heritage for future generations.
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Comments: This sample answer addresses the task fully and provides relevant, well extended
ideas. All aspects of cohesion are well managed. Vocabulary is flexible and there is a good range
of complex sentence structures.
IELTS Agree & Disagree: Overweight people
The growing number of overweight people is putting a strain on the health care system in
an effort to deal with the health issues involved. Some people think that the best way to
deal with this problem is to introduce more physical education lessons in the school
curriculum.
Owing to the problems which a growing population of overweight people ause for the
healthcare system, some people think that the key to solving these issues is to have more sport
and exercise in schools. I completely agree that this is the best way to tackle the issue of
deteriorating public health in relation to weight.
Firstly, dealing with the issues surrounding obesity and weight problems is best solved by
taking a long term approach and introducing more sport and exercise in schools. This method
will ensure that the next generation will be healthier and will not have such health problems. At
the moment, the average child in the West does sport possibly twice a week, which is not
enough to counteract their otherwise sedentary lifestyle. However, by incorporating more
sports classes into the curriculum as well as encouraging extracurricular sports activities. they
will undoubtedly become fitter and more active.
Another point to consider is that having more sports lessons for children in schools will
probalbly result in children developing an interest in exercise which might filter through to
other members of their family and have a longer lasting effect. In other words, parents with
sporty children are more likely to get involved in sport as a way of encouraging their children.
By both parents and children being involved, it will ensure that children grow up to incorporate
sport into their daily lives. This is certainly a natural and lasting way to improve public health.
In conclusion, to deal with an increasing population of unfit, overweight people, changing the
lifestyle of the coming generation by introducing sport in schools is the easiest and most
effective method to use.
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Tips
⬟ Make sure your introduction is not too long. Just paraphrase the essay question and prsent
your opinion.
⬟ Make sure your opinion is consistent from introduction to conclusion.
⬟ Each body paragraph presents a reason for your view.
⬟ Your body paragraphs should explain your views with relevant detail.
⬟ Never miss the conclusion. Keep it short, but make sure you write it!
⬟ It is possible to have a partial agreement for this essay where you think sports lessons are a
good solution, but therreis another more effective solution.
A large number of criminals who serve their first prison sentence, leave prison only to reoffend.
This is mainly because of the lack of rehabilitation and dfficulty finding regular employment
once released. There are a number of solutions which should be implemented to deal with
criminals who reoffend.
Firstly, the reason for most first-time offenders committing crimes again, once they have been
released from prison, is due to the lack of rehabilitation whilst in prison. In other words,
offenders are not given a chance to retrain and learn new skills for their future or develop a
deeper understanding of correct moral behaviour and instead mix with other criminals, which
only strengthens their criminal intentions. Secondly, repeat offending is also owing to the
difficulty in finding employment after being released. As a result, many of them struggle
financially which leads them back to crime, regardless of the consequences.
There are two effective solutions to the problem of repeat offenders. One way to tackle this is to
ensure that all criminals entering prison are given the chance to retrain with useful skills which
will hopefully ensure them a job after they have served their sentence. By doing this, it will help
them reintegrate back into society and give them some means of supporting themselves
financially. Another method of dealing with criminals who reoffend is to have more supervision
and checks in place when they are back in society. This solution would hopefully prevent them
from taking any chances and deter them from reoffending because they are being so closely
watched.
In conclusion, having training in prison and also close observation when first time offenders are
released are effective in dealing with the issue. If governments implemented these solutions,
crime figures would soon drop.
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Comments: This essay addresses the task completely. Both causes and solutions are given and
developed with relevent ideas. Linking is used not only effectively but also flexibly. Paragraphing
is also used effectively to help the reader. There is a range of sentene strutures and also tenses
used. Vobcabulary is also flexible with a good range of less common words.
IELTS Cause & Solution: Wild Animals
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More and more wild animals are on the verge of extinction and others are on the
endangered list.
What are the reasons for this?
What can be done to solve this problem?
It is apparent nowadays that humans have had a devastating effect on the environment, and in
particular we have caused the extinction of countless species of animals. this essay will explore
the reasons for this and mention some possible solutions.
To begin with, there are various causes for the reduction in animal populations around the
world. Perhaps the main cause is the destruction of their environment. Humans have cut down
rainforests and polluted the seas, which has meant that animal no longer have their natural
habitat and thus cannot survive. Beyond that, they are poached in order to satisfy the demand
for fake medicines in Asia. Every day, elephants and rhinos are killed in Africa and then sent to
China. Beyond that, the growing demand for fish has meant that vast fleets of fishing boats trawl
the seas, causing the eradication of wildlife there. Many whales and dolphins, for example, are
caught up in these nets as a tragic by-product of the industry.
Fixing this problem will be difficult and for many species it is already too late. The most
important factor will be the cessation of deforestation in places like Brazil and Malaysia.
Humans have to recognise the value of nature rather than focusing on obtaining more land for
farming or housing. Education needs to be drastically improved in Asia and also punishments
strictly enforced to end the sadistic trafficking of animals for these so-called medicines. Finally,
ethical fishing needs to be practised, with limits on trawl nets and ranges for fishing boats.
Sadly, none of this is particularly likely due to a lack of concern amongst most of the citizens of
the world, and so of course education must be improved before it is too late.
In conclusion, there are various factors that have caused the tragic loss of biodiversity in this
world, but there are some steps that could be taken to mitigate the damage.
IELTS Direct Questions: Money & Happiness
Some people think that money is one of the most essential factors in promoting
happiness.
Do you think people can be happy without money?
What other factors contribute towards happiness?
Money is considered by many people to be one of the most important contributing factors
towards happiness. In my opinion, it is possible for people to be happy even if they have little
money and other aspects of life can play a more vital role in creating happiness.
Although having money brings happiness to a lot of people, it does not necessarily follow that
people without money are, therefore, unhappy. Take for example the comparison between
developing and developed countries, most Westerners would agree that people in developing
countries are happier, enjoy stronger family connections and take more pleasure in the
simplicities of life to a greater extent than those in developed countries.
One way that people can gain happiness is through their work. For instance, a doctor doing
volunteer work in undeveloped countries may have very little money but the reward of helping
people and doing the job they are good at, brings happiness in itself. In other words, happiness
can be found by using skills that people are trained for and through job satisfaction.
Finally, another factor influencing happiness is having supportive and loving people in one’s life.
While money may bring the oppotunities to enjoy pleasures, few people would enjoy them on
their own. Being surrounded by a loving and caring family is considered by most people to be
more valuable than any amount of money.
In conclusion, money is not essential for happiness, which can be found through job satisfaction
as well as family. If people strived in life towards true happiness rather than money, the world
would be a better place.
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Comments: Your task is to give an answer to both questions and no more. Each question may
have one or two main points to answer it. Your essay should never have more than 3 body
paragraphs. You can see that in this IELTS model essay, the first body paragraph is answering
the first question and the second question is answered with two main points in two different
body paragraphs.
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Video: Công Thức Bài Luận 8.0+ Writing Task 1
Notes: Youtube handout
The bar chart delineates wind energy production in four different countries, namely India,
Denmark, Germany, and the United States between 1985 and 2000.
Overall, wind energy production was on the rise in all countries throughout the period, with the
exception of the United States. Notably, while the United States was consistently the leading
wind energy producer from 1985 to 1995, it was overtaken by Denmark in 2000.
The amount of energy generated from wind in India, Denmark, and Germany all saw upward
trends. The figure for India rose gradually from exactly 200 megawatts in 1985 to 1200
megawatts in 2000. Wind energy production in Denmark almost exactly mirrored this pattern,
albeit at a much higher level: it also started at just over 200 megawatts in 1985, before surging
to roughly 1600 megawatts at the end of period. Similarly, there was a steady increase from
about 400 to 900 megawatts in the figure for Germany in the same period.
However, looking at the United States, we can see that the trend is somewhat different. The
United States was the biggest wind energy producer in 1985, at 1200 megawatts. Its figure then
went up considerably to just over 1600 megawatts in 1990, followed by a slight drop to about
1500 megawatts in 2000.
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Video: Công Thức Writing Task 1 8.0+ | Biểu Đồ Tĩnh
1. Bước 1: Viết Introduction
shows = delineates, compares, demonstrates
Danh từ đếm được = the number of = how many
Danh từ không đếm được = the amount of = how much
% = the percentage of = the proportion of
in 2014 = in the year 2014
2. Bước 2: Nhóm số liệu
Đề bài chỉ cho 1 biểu đồ, có nhiều hạng mục:
Mỗi body viết về 1 hạng mục; Miêu tả số liệu từ cao > thấp
Đề bài cho 2 biểu đồ: Mỗi body viết về 1 biểu đồ; Miêu tả số liệu từ cao > thấp
3. Bước 3: Viết overview
Overall, câu ORDER 1. Notably, câu ORDER 2.
4. Bước 4: Viết body
Viết câu SO SÁNH giữa các số liệu với nhau
So sánh nhất:
A is the highest/ The amount of electricity produced in China was the highest.
A is the most ADJ China produced the most electricity.
Top of the list is A In terms of production, top of the list was China.
A is X times higher/lower than B Electricity production in China was 5 times higher than that in Russia.
A stands at X, Y higher/lower than B Electricity production in China stood at 5398 kWh, 1297 kWh higher
than that in the US.
WHILE While electricity production in China was the highest, that in Korea was
the lowest.
While electricity production in China was at X, B is Y.
COMPARED TO/ AS OPPOSED TO China produced 5398 billion kWh in 2014, compared to/ as opposed to
4099 billion kWh in the US.
Xếp hạng (ranking) của As for electricity consumption, the ranking was fairly similar with that
electricity consumption gần of electricity production but there was a difference.
như là giống hoàn toàn so với --> The rankings for consumption were nearly identical to those for
bên production, chỉ có 1 sự
khác biệt.
production, with only one difference.
Trong khi đa phần các nước Most of the countries produced more electricity than they consumed.
đều sản xuất nhiều điện hơn họ --> While electricity production in most countries slightly outstripped
tiêu thụ, Germany tiêu thụ consumption, Germany actually consumed more electricity than it
nhiều điện hơn họ sản xuất.
produced, at 526.6 kWh and 582.5 kWh respectively.
Germany đứng gần cuối bảng Germany ranked ninth in electricity production but it ranked fifth in
về production nhưng lại đứng consumption.
thứ 5 về consumption. --> Specifically, Germany ranked second to last in terms of production
but it ranked fifth in terms of consumption.
The bar chart delineates the amount of electricity produced and consumed in ten different
countries in the year 2014.
Overall, it is discernible from the chart that China was the leading country, both in terms of
electricity production and consumption. Notably, almost all countries surveyed produced more
electricity than they consumed, with the exception of Germany.
In terms of electricity production, China headed the chart with 5398 billion kWh. The United
States trailed behind(came next) at 4099 billion kWh. Russia ranked third but it produced (4
times less than the US) significantly less electricity than China and the United States, at 1057
billion kWh, followed by Japan and India, at 936.2 and 871 billion kWh respectively. (The
remaining countries, namely Canada, France, Brazil, Germany and Korea had quite similar
figures) Electricity production in the remaining countries, namely Canada, France, Brazil,
Germany and Korea was fairly similar, ranging from the high 400s to the low 600s.
The rankings for consumption were nearly identical to those for production, with only one
difference. While electricity production in most countries slightly outstriped consumption,
Germany actually consumed more electricity than it produced, at 582.5 and 526.6 billion kWh
respectively. Specifically, Germany ranked second to last (= was next to last) in terms of
production but it ranked fifth in terms of consumption.
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Video: Công Thức Writing Task 1 8.0+ | Bản Đồ
1. Bước 1: Viết Introduction
show = delineate, compare, demonstrate
the layout of…
from x to y = between x and y = after x years
2. Bước 2: Liệt kê các thay đổi giữa 2 maps
(1) xây thêm footbridge
(2) film studio > flats
(3) old fort > children’s playground
(4) xây thêm houses
(5) xây thêm community center
(6) xây thêm tennis courts
3. Overview: Tóm tắt các thay đổi CHÍNH giữa 2 MAP
Overall, it is discernible from the maps that LOCATION A saw/has seen/will see X significant
changes after Y years, which (involve) [cụm từ miêu tả thay đổi chính]
accommodations = house, hotel, dormitory, flat, apartment
amenities = library, gym, parking space, banks, post office
transport infrastructure = road, walkway, bridge
LEFT/RIGHT The old fort was (located/situated) on the right-hand side of the
lighthouse.
TOP/BOTTOM The old fort was (located/situated) in the top left corner of the
map.
PREPOSITIONS OF PLACE The old fort was (located/situated) next to the lighthouse.
BUT/HOWEVER The old fort was located next to the lighthouse 20 years ago but
it has been replaced by a new children’s playground at present.
The old fort was located next to the lighthouse 20 years ago;
however, it has been replaced by a new children’s playground at
present.
WHILE While there was an old fort located to the north of the film
studio 20 years ago, it has now been replaced by a new
children’s playground at present.
WHICH NECESSITATE A new children’s playground has been added at present, which
necessitated the removal of the old fort next to the lighthouse.
WHERE A USED TO STAND At present, a new children’s playground has been added where
the old fort used to stand 20 years ago.
5. Viết body
Body 1: Nhóm các thay đổi 1
Body 2: Nhóm các thay đổi 2
Body 1: thay đổi về cơ sở hạ tầng giao thông
Body 2: thay đổi về cơ sở vật chất
The maps demonstrates the changes that have taken place in the layout of Pebbletion village
after 20 years.
Overall, it is discernible from the maps that Pebbleton village has seen two significant changes
after 20 years, which involve the introduction of several new facilities and accommodations, as
well as a new way to cross the river.
Regarding the transportation infrastructure, while the way only way to cross the river from the
southern part of Pebbleton to the northern part was the roadbridge on the far right of the map
in the past, a new footbridge and footpath have been constructed on the left-hand side of the
school to improve accessibility.
In terms of facilities in Pebbleton, 20 years ago, there was a playing field on Old Fort Road and
to its left was a film studio. However, at present, new flats have been erected where the old film
studio used to stand. It is worth noticing that there was nothing on either side of the Lighthouse
Lane in the past but currently, new tennis courts have been built on the left-hand side. A new
children’s playground has also been built next to the lighthouse, which necessitated the removal
of the olf fort. Lastly, more houses and a new community center have been added along the
northern coast of Pebbleton at present.
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Video: Công Thức Writing Task 1 8.0+ | Process
Man-made process
The flowchart provides a breakdown of the process by which smoked-salmon is produced.
Overall, it is discernible from the diagram that this linear man-made process consists of 9 main
stages, starting with processing the raw material and ending with distribution for commercial
purposes.
In the first stage, the fish are gutted by hand before they are soaked in salted and water for half
an hour. Then, they are taken out of salt water and left to dry. Once the fish get dried, they are
steamed for 5 minutes and separated into different fish buckets.
The sixth stage involves smoking the fish in these buckets using wood to enhance the small and
flavor. Following that, in order to make the smoked fish look more appetizing, yellow coloring is
sprayed on them. Lastly, the fish are packaged in large boxes and distributed to different
suppliers in trucks and lorries.
The flowchart provides a breakdown of various stages involved in the life cycle of a silkworm.
Overall, it is discernible from the diagram that this cyclical natural process consists of 4 main
stages, starting with the spawning of eggs and ending with mature moths.
/Overall, it is discernible from the diagram that the life cycle of a silkworm completes in about 8
to 10 weeks, consisting of 4 main stages, starting with the spawning of eggs and ending with
mature moths.
In the first stage of a silkworm’s life cycle, a female moth spawns/lays eggs on leaves, before the
eggs hatch into silkworm larvae after 10 days. For 4 to 6 weeks these silkworm larvae feed on
mulberry leaves to grow bigger. In the third stage, the larvae produce silk threads and wrap
themselves around it.
Once the silkworms have spun their cocoons using the silk threads, which is a process that
usually lasts from 3 to 8 days, they will enclose themselves inside the cocoons for 16 days.
Finally, the moths break out of their cocoons. After mating, the female ones lay eggs on leaves
and this is when the cycle begins all over again.
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