Questions 1-10

WRiTing TASk 1 
Training 
Review
 1  A graphic of some kind, e.g. a chart, table or 
diagram. It could also be a combination of  
two types.
 2  At least 150.
 3  No. You must describe what you see and definitely 
not give your own opinions.
 4  No. You must use a formal or neutral style.
 5  No. The text is short and the summary can be 
written in one paragraph.
 6  Yes. Aim to show a wide range of both vocabulary 
and grammatical structure where appropriate. You 
will be given marks for this.
 7  Yes. This is what is being tested in Task 1.
 8  Yes. You must make sure you understand the purpose 
of the graphic and base your writing on this.
 9  Yes. This is central to the most Task 1s. Note that 
comparisons aren’t possible for Process diagrams.
10  After the introductory comments you should write 
about the most striking and noteworthy points, 
features or trends first. You must provide an 
‘overview’ – this is usually best near the start or at 
the end of the text.