Writing task 1 structure
(mindful_eduleader)
The [name of the figure] illustrates/gives information/explains/compares/presents
data on +What+Where +When.
Overall/On the whole, it is readily apparent that/it is clear that/it can be inferred
that/____. In addition/Moreover,______. ( the most noticeable change/ information,
the highest and lowest points)
As can be seen/To begin with/First and foremost,__________.
When it comes to/ As for/ In terms of ,____/In contrast,__________/In sharp
contrast to this______.
1. Introduction
Structure:
The [type of visual] illustrates/gives information about/presents data on [what] in [where], during
[when].
Example:
The bar chart presents data on the average monthly spending of households in the UK, the
USA, and Japan in 2020.
2. Overview (General Trends – NO specific data)
Structure:
Overall/On the whole, it is clear that [main trend or striking feature]. In addition/Moreover,
[second noticeable trend, such as highest/lowest point, increase/decrease].
Example:
Overall, it is clear that UK households spent the most on housing, while Japanese families
allocated a larger share of their budget to food. Moreover, transportation costs were the lowest
in Japan.
3. Body Paragraph 1 (Specific Details – Group 1)
Structure:
As can be seen/To begin with/First and foremost, [describe the first main feature or trend with
specific data].
When it comes to/In terms of [category or group], [detailed explanation with figures].
Example:
To begin with, housing expenses in the UK accounted for 35% of the total monthly budget, the
highest among all categories in that country. In contrast, American households spent slightly
less on housing, at 30%.
4. Body Paragraph 2 (Specific Details – Group 2 or Comparison)
Structure:
In contrast/On the other hand/In sharp contrast to this, [present opposing or different data].
[Category/group] experienced [describe the change or trend], reaching [value].
Example:
In contrast, Japanese families allocated just 20% of their budget to housing. Instead, they spent
more on food, with this category making up 30%, which was the highest among the three
countries.