Line Graph

Band 6+: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The graph below shows the population of a particular country by age group starting in 1960 and including a forecast to 2040. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

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The image displays a line graph showing "Population by age group (% of total)" for the years 1960 to 2040. For the 0-19 age group, the data points are: 1960 (31%), 1970 (26%), 1980 (26%), 1990 (21%), 2000 (15%), 2010 (14%), 2020 (13%), 2030 (12%), and 2040 (11%). For the 20-55 age group, the values are: 1960 (55%), 1970 (61%), 1980 (70%), 1990 (60%), 2000 (58%), 2010 (55%), 2020 (49%), 2030 (48%), and 2040 (45%). For the 55+ age group, the percentages are: 1960 (16%), 1970 (15%), 1980 (18%), 1990 (21%), 2000 (26%), 2010 (31%), 2020 (38%), 2030 (40%), and 2040 (55%).

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The graph is an illustration of how different age brackets changed from 1960 and forecasts to 2040. Overall, group of 0 to 19 and 20 to 55 year-old people witnessed a downward trend and tend to go on the same pattern until 2040, while people at the age of over 55 were on the contrast.

The 20-55 group peaked at 70% after an increase from 55% in 1960, then dropped by 10% in 1990, hit 50% in 2020, and it is predicted to be around 45% in 2040. Starting from 30% in 1960, group of 0-19 year-old people declined by 10% in 30 years, then gradually went down to just over 10 percent in 2020, after that the forecast showed a consistently decrease until 2024, bottoming at 10%.

In contrast, the 55+ bracket showed an incredible overtaking, when started in 1960 with approximately 10% before significantly increasing to 20% in 1990 (equalized 0-19 age group), then continued to rose to nearly 40 percent in 2020, taking the second position, and it was forecasted to surpass others in 2040, reaching the top at almost 60%.

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Overall Band Score

6.5

(+/- 0.5)

Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
Using more sophisticated words could be beneficial.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

group: 3

people: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by identifying the main trends and making relevant comparisons between the age groups. The overview is clear, and the body paragraphs organize the data logically. To improve, ensure more precise use of mathematical language (e.g., distinguishing between 'percentage points' and 'percent' when describing changes) and check for minor grammatical consistency, such as verb tense usage when discussing forecasts. The inclusion of the intersection point between the 55+ and 0-19 groups was a strong analytical feature.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report follows a logical structure with an introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs that group the data effectively. However, the transition between ideas could be smoother. Some cohesive devices are used slightly awkwardly (e.g., 'were on the contrast' instead of 'were the exception' or 'showed the opposite trend'). To improve, focus on using more natural linking phrases to connect the trends of different age groups more fluidly.

Lexical Resource

You have used a variety of terms to describe trends, such as 'witnessed a downward trend', 'peaked', and 'bottoming at'. However, there are some instances of imprecise word choices and awkward phrasing, such as 'incredible overtaking' and 'equalized 0-19 age group'. Aim for more academic and precise collocations. For example, instead of 'incredible overtaking', you might use 'significant growth' or 'a dramatic upward trend'. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally hinder clarity. Issues include subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'group of... witnessed'), incorrect preposition usage, and tense inconsistencies (e.g., 'continued to rose' should be 'continued to rise'). Pay close attention to verb forms following 'to' and ensure that your use of articles (a/an/the) is consistent throughout the report.

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