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Band 7+: The chart below shows the amount of money per week spent on fast foods in Britain. The graph shows the trends in consumption of fast foods. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below. » You should write at least 150 words.

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The image displays two sections: Expenditure per week on fast foods by income groups (UK 1990) and Consumption of fast food per person in grams (1970-1990). In the expenditure chart, high income spends 45 pence on hamburgers, 17 on fish & chips, and 19 on pizza; average income spends 33 pence on hamburgers, 25 on fish & chips, and 12 on pizza; low income spends 14 pence on hamburgers, 18 on fish & chips, and 7 on pizza. In the consumption graph: between 1970 and 1990, hamburgers rise from under 100 grams to 500 grams, fish & chips fall from about 300 grams to slightly over 200 grams, and pizza climbs from under 50 grams to around 280 grams.

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The bar graph compares the expenditure on fast foods by three income groups in UK in 1990. On the other hand, the graph shows, the amount of fast food consumed individually from 1970 to 1990 in grams.

Overall, Hamburgers are the most popular among high earners and average earners. Whereas pizza is least preferred by people with modest income as well as low income. By the end of the period, hamburgers became the most consumed food.

It can be seen that the highest amount is spent on hamburgers by rich people and middle-class people which is around 45 and 30 respectively. In contrast, pizza records lowest expenditure among low and average earners which is approximately 15 and 25 respectively. Whereas People who are earning lesser spends most on fish and chips.

In line graph, the hamburgers had recorded the highest consumption in 1990 which was at nearly 500 grammes. Simultaneously, fish and chips were among the most consumed item in 1970 at 300 grammes but by the end of 1990, it became the least preferred option recording around 200 grammes. At the beginning of 1970, pizza was the least consumed fast food which recorded below 100 grammes per person, while, from 1985, a sharp rise was observed in its consumption which reached almost 300 grammes in 1990 surpassing fish and chips.

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

which: 5

grammes: 5

consumed: 4

hamburgers: 4

people: 4

graph: 3

income: 3

among: 3

earners: 3

pizza: 3

least: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by describing both the bar chart and line graph, and includes an overall summary. The data is generally accurate, though there are minor inaccuracies (e.g., pizza expenditure for average income is given as 12 pence, not 15 or 25). The structure is clear, with separate paragraphs for each visual. To improve, ensure precise data references and avoid vague phrases like 'around 45 and 30 respectively' without specifying units. Additionally, the conclusion could be more concise and directly tied to the trends shown.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overall structure, including an introduction, an overview, and separate paragraphs for the bar chart and line graph. However, the flow could be improved. The phrase 'On the other hand' in the introduction is not appropriate for introducing a second chart; a simpler connector like 'Additionally' or 'Meanwhile' would be better. The transition between the two charts is a bit abrupt ('In line graph'). Consider using a smoother linking sentence, such as 'Turning to the line graph...' or 'The line graph illustrates...'. The paragraphing is adequate but could be more skilfully managed to ensure each paragraph has a clear central topic.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate and shows some good range, such as 'expenditure', 'consumed individually', 'modest income', and 'surpassing'. However, there is some repetition (e.g., 'consumed' used multiple times) and a few imprecise choices (e.g., 'rich people' could be 'high-income earners', 'lesser' should be 'less' or 'lower'). The phrasing 'the highest amount is spent on hamburgers by rich people and middle-class people which is around 45 and 30 respectively' is a bit awkward. To achieve a higher score, aim for more sophisticated and natural collocations, such as 'the highest expenditure was on hamburgers among high- and middle-income groups'. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a reasonable range of sentence structures, including complex sentences. However, there are several grammatical errors and awkward phrasings that affect clarity. Examples include: 'the graph shows, the amount' (comma splice), 'People who are earning lesser spends' (subject-verb agreement and word form), 'hamburgers had recorded' (unnecessary past perfect), and 'which recorded below 100 grammes per person' (unclear reference). Punctuation is inconsistent, particularly with commas. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement, correct use of tenses (simple past is sufficient here), and clearer sentence construction. Proofreading for these issues would significantly enhance accuracy.

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