Summary: How great would it feel if you could listen to an expert describe step-by-step how to score high when describing a table of figures? I know, silly question. It would feel great. Now what if you could download that lesson right now… for free? And see the final Band 9 model answer? In this episode Tish from YES-IELTS.com is back with more tips and advice regarding a table. Main points from the interview. When starting to summarise a table: Check the time frame, what tense will you be using? Make a list of some of the vocabulary you would like to use. Divide into groups and review the data. Try to divide the table into two significant parts. Look for a way to group the data. Also look for any exceptions, (percentage aged 75+ falls for the first time in 2050). Below the data is divided into two groups of 20 years. Another option could have been: Total Population, Population Aged 75+. The table used is more simple than an official IELTS exam to clearly show the procedures. Paragraphs and structure P1 will be the introductory statement, in this example two sentences may be necessary. Use two main paragraphs to describe each group derived from the table. If possible make a comparison or contrast in the paragraphs. For the first paragraph, there is a comparison between two groups within the first group of 20 years. P2 focusses on the next 20 years and acknowledges the exception in the graph. For the summary sentence try to look for something significant, and related to the paragraphs, for example: during the time period the amount of people over 75 doubled. Click here to see the model answer. Click here for the notes on the model answer. Common mistakes made For the summary do not include an opinion or extra information. Including too many figures and not being selective. Not making a plan to organise the essay. Best preparation Practice practise practise tests. First try the task with no time limit -master the skills, then focus on completing it within 20 minutes. Become accustomed to not using the dictionary. For more information about YES-IELTS.com -click here Click on the button Friends of YES! IELTS on the front page of www.yes-ielts.com Create a username and password for the YES! IELTS site Click on Friends of IELTS Podcast. The enrolment key to enter this area is Ben The post 019 How to Describe a Table – Academic Task 1. appeared first on IELTS podcast.The post 019 How to Describe a Table – Academic Task 1. appeared first on IELTS podcast.
