WritingWhat should I include in the overview for IELTS task 1 when it comes for maps and flow charts. selin96 commented · 09 October 2026 For a flow chart, I'd check the arrows first. A final arrow returning to an earlier stage changes how you describe the overall process.
WritingHow to choose data when there's too much information? selin96 commented · 09 October 2026 Right. That fall is a reason to include an intermediate value. Choose numbers because they support an important feature, not because they're evenly spaced across the chart.
SpeakingIELTS Speaking Part 3: how far should an example go? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 For example: 'Seeing an old tool can make its use easier to understand than reading about it.' Does that stay general enough?
WritingIn maps, how can I mention the features? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 Connect a feature to its location and change. For an imaginary past redevelopment: 'The car park beside the station was replaced by shops.' The labels and dates should guide your wording.
SpeakingIf an IELTS Speaking examiner stops you, is that bad? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 Explain the reason first. An example can help show what you mean, but just listing another example may leave the 'why' unanswered.
WritingWhat should i include in task 1 introduction details conclusion selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 If those are the chart's main trends, yes. The numbers then show how much they changed. I'd avoid repeating the same overview again at the end.
WritingHow to identify the Formal, Semi-formal and Informal in both task 1&2 selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 For an Academic report, something like 'The number fell sharply' describes the data neutrally. 'The number had a terrible drop' adds a reaction that the chart doesn't need.
SpeakingCan I ask to hear an IELTS Speaking question again? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 In Part 3 you can ask for clarification and the examiner can rephrase. In Part 1, expect the same question repeated rather than explained.
Writing🗺️ is confusing selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 For clarity, pick a stable landmark and describe changes around it. In a made-up example: 'Two houses were built beside the existing school.' That connects location and change in one sentence.
Writingwhat should I include in task 1 overview? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 A chart comparing categories at one point in time has no time trend to describe. The overview would need its main differences instead. And two sentences is a suggestion, not a fixed IELTS rule.
SpeakingIELTS Speaking Part 3: how far should an example go? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 Some visitors, yes. Others might go for the building or a particular exhibition, so the learning point doesn't need to cover everyone.
WritingHow could I effectively group data to make my writing for Task 1 more precise and accurate? selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 Group categories for a reason: a shared trend, similar levels or a useful contrast. If three lines rise but one falls, that difference may be clearer than grouping by their order in the legend.
WritingTask 1 challenge - Writing overview (2 sentences) selin96 commented · 08 October 2026 Your second paragraph is the overview part. For this two-sentence exercise, you can leave out the introduction and the detailed paragraphs and work on just those two sentences.
SpeakingCan I ask to hear an IELTS Speaking question again? selin96 commented · 07 October 2026 Yes, that is a clear way to ask to hear it again. You don't need to guess the question from the words you caught.
WritingWriting task 2 Challenge - Write only introduction selin96 commented · 06 October 2026 'I agree, provided that' does fit better. My old version left 'choice' doing two jobs: compulsory service with a choice of activity, not a choice about taking part. The swap avoids that.
Got my results, I'm so happy!! selin96 commented · 03 October 2026 Was tall buildings your Part 2 topic or Part 1? Not sure what I'd add for two minutes on that.
VocabularyAcademic vocabulary for IELTS selin96 commented · 02 October 2026 'Take into account' just means considering something when deciding. That can fit casual speech too. Depends what you're saying, not only whether the phrase sounds formal.
What would you like Aydin to explain this Friday? selin96 commented · 02 October 2026 If both sentences just say the same trend, one can go. I'd check whether the overview still covers the main features, rather than count sentences. A different trend or exception might need its own sentence.
WritingWriting task 2 Challenge - Agree/Disagree question selin96 commented · 28 September 2026 Trying that position: 'Some argue that university should be free for all students. I agree only for those who cannot afford the fees, because access matters more than offering a free place to everyone.' Is 'only for' too absolute here, or does it make the limit clear?
ReadingPassage 3 and false not given selin96 commented · 28 September 2026 With only 'in the morning', it's Not Given: 8am is possible but not confirmed. Check the rest of the passage too. Another sentence could confirm 8am or contradict it.
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