How to Write a Band 9 IELTS Table
Description
This section will dissect the approach to achieving a Band 9 for Task
1 Table Descriptions.
First and foremost, it is important to remember that Task 1 is
a summary question, not an opinion piece or analysis.
Your 150 word-piece should
only consist of information
directly visible from the table given to you, so no
assumptions of any kind.
Your answer will be graded based on your capability to write
about
the data in a fluent, structured way and compare
information where possible.
Focus purely on the main
features of the data and any
necessary and appropriate details.
Spend only 20 minutes maximum on it;
going over will put
you at a great disadvantage for task 2.
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Important Principles
You will also need to keep in mind certain principles that you'll have
to follow to achieve a maximum band score:
Avoid repetition. Whether it is same-structured sentences or
word-choice, you need to avoid repetition unless there is no
other reasonable option, especially in the same paragraph.
Use specific vocabulary.
IELTS is an English test, so your
vocabulary capability will inevitably be gauged. It would be
best to utilize vocabulary with a narrow definition and avoid
words like
'good' or '
bad' at all costs, particularly in Task 1.
Use
transitional language such as 'in addition, furthermore,
on the other hand.' This will allow your writing to flow from
one sentence to another, making it comfortable to read.
Use
Passive and Active effectively; incorrectly using either
will negatively impact your writing.
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