IELTS Writing(Barrons Test Prep) Lougheed Ph.D., Lin

Dr. Lin Lougheed

Comprehensive guide to completing both IELTS writing tasks

Easy 1-2-3 approach to writing the perfect essay

Writing practice to build your confidence

Step-by-step system for revising your writing

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BARRON'S

Writing for the

Dr. Lin Lougheed

Teachers College Columbia University

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CONTENTS

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 1

What Is IEL TS? .................................................................................................................................. 1

How to Use This Book .................................................................................................................... 1

IEL TS Writing Scores ..................................................................................................................... 2

Tips ........................................................................................................................................................ 3

1 Task Achievement/Task Response ................................................................................ 5

Academic Writing Task 1: Charts, Graphs, Tables ............................................................ 5

Step 1: Plan ........................................................................................................................................ 6

Address the Task ........................................................................................................................ 6

Determine the Topic ................................................................................................................. 9

Make Notes About Comparisons ........................................................................................ 12

Make Notes About Details ..................................................................................................... 15

Step 2: Write ................................................................................................................................... 19

Write the Introduction ............................................................................................................ 19

Write the Paragraphs ............................................................................................................. 26

Write the Conclusion .............................................................................................................. 32

Step 3: Revise ........................................................... ..................................................................... 33

Use the Revision Checklist ................................................................................................... 33 Academic Writing Task 1: Process Diagrams ................................................................... 47

Step 1: Plan ...................................................................................................................................... 47

Address the Task …