IELTS Academic Sample Writing Task 1

The graph below shows the regional household recycling rates in the UK, France and
Germany from the years 2005-2015.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, making
comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

The graph illustrates the rates of recycling in the households of three different countries: The
UK, France and Germany from 2005-2015.

The data shows that the UK and Germany recycle the most, France recycles the least.
Generally, household recycling rates in the UK and Germany increased at similar rates, while
France’s rates showed a steady decrease before rising again.

In 2005, France had the highest household recycling rates, with 50% of households recycling.
However, this number declined steadily until reaching a low of 30% in 2013, before rising
again to 40% in 2015. The UK and France started at 35% and 20% respectively in 2005. Both
rose steadily until 2007. In that year, the UK plateaued until 2009 before rising again to 50%
in 2011 and climbing to just above 60% in 2015. Germany on the other hand showed a
consistent increase from 20% in 2005 to just below 60% in 2015.

It can be seen that the UK has the highest rates of household recycling of the three countries,
with Germany not far behind. France, although starting with the highest rates, is now the
lowest of the three.

IELTS General Sample Writing Task 1

A letter to an English-speaking friend.

In your letter
• explain why you changed jobs
• describe your new job
• tell him/her your other news

Dear Peter,

How are you? I hope you've been well. Sorry for having been out of touch for a short while.
There have been some changes in my life and I wanted to let you know the latest from my
side.

The big news is that I have finally changed my job. Do you remember when you were here
on holiday, and I always talked about how I hated my boring bank job? Well, it was clear I
needed a change. So, finally, I took a part-time advertising course and trained to be a creative
designer. Now I'm working full-time in an agency. Each day, I look forward to going to
work. My clients come from all over the world and I love working with them.

Aside from that, I also moved to a new apartment near the building where I work. It's small,
but downtown, so I am right in the heart of the city, instead of way out in the suburbs.
Suddenly, there are so many fun things to do, in the evenings too. I am a much happier
person today because of these recent changes.

So, how about you? I hope you'll have a chance to visit Australia again soon. In the
meantime, please write and let me know what's new with you.

Warm wishes
Kim

IELTS General and Academic Sample Writing Task 2

The internet has transformed the way we communicate, but it has also created problems
that did not exist before. What are the most serious problems associated with the
internet and what solutions can you suggest?

The internet is arguably the most influential invention of modern times. It has drastically
changed the way communicate with others. However, despite its benefits, it has created
numerous problems. This essay will discuss the most serious problem associated with the
internet and suggest a potential solution.

The main problem associated with the rise of the internet is its effects on human
relationships. Although the internet brings people together in the virtual world, it has caused
people to become further apart in real life. This can be seen in many instances, such as the
dinner table for example. This used to be a place where family and friends would gather and
speak together and share ideas and experiences. Nowadays, it is all too common to see people
sitting together at a table, with each one on their mobile phone using an internet-related
application, rather than conversing with each other. The breakdown of real-life
communication with people is one of the main problems internet has brought to society.

However, every problem has a solution and this is no exception. To avoid the internet
impinging on our personal relationships, we need to establish boundaries around how we use
it. For example, when gathering with friends and family, it is advised to implement a no-
phone policy. This will ensure that our attention is on the people who are actually there,
rather than on the virtual world. This is a way to stay connected and be present in moment.

In conclusion, the internet has changed the world, both for the better and for the worse.
Although it allows us to keep in touch with people who are not near us, it has affected the
way we communicate with and relate to those who are. One way to tackle this is be present
when we are with others and make a conscious choice not to allow the internet to encroach on
our relationships.