Line Graph

Band 5+: The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

See all user-written answers on this topic

Image for topic: The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Our system will evaluate the answer based on this AI-generated description.

The image features a line graph titled "Railway Track Length Usage by Four Countries (1980-2010)", with the vertical axis labeled "Railway Track Length (thousands of km)" marked from 0 to 250 in increments of 50, and the horizontal axis labeled "Year" marked at 1980, 1985, 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, and 2010. The legend lists four countries: China, USA, Russia, and India. Data points for USA are approximately 250 in 1980, 245 in 1985, 240 in 1990, 235 in 1995, 230 in 2000, 223 in 2005, and 217 in 2010. Data points for Russia are 150 in 1980, 145 in 1985, 141 in 1990, 137 in 1995, 133 in 2000, 129 in 2005, and 125 in 2010. Data points for China are approximately 17 in 1980, 28 in 1985, 40 in 1990, 52 in 1995, 63 in 2000, 75 in 2005, and 90 in 2010. Data points for India are approximately 30 in 1980, 35 in 1985, 40 in 1990, 45 in 1995, 51 in 2000, 58 in 2005, and 67 in 2010.

Given the complexity of the image, the above description may not be entirely accurate.

Skyrocket your IELTS band score by 1-2 points in under a month with our premium plan!

Check it out

Note: Both the topic and the answer were created by one of our users.

The line chart illustrates the use of railway tracks between four countries from 1980 to 2010.

Overall, The railway tracks length usage by the USA and Russia decreased; whereas length usage by China and India increased. The most railway tracks length was covered by the USA, and the least length was covered by India.

At the beginning, individuals of the USA used 250000 km, and they were in the first place. The second place belonged to Russia, and 150000 km of railway tracks were covered by people of Russia. Under 50000 km were covered by civilians of India. The least number of track length was recorded by China.

In 2010, the number of railway tracks length usage by the USA declined smoothly from 250000 km to over 200000 km, but in spite of decline the USA still remain in the first place. The number of length usage by India decreased from 150000 to over approximately 100000 km. Meanwhile, the number of length usage by China increased noticeably and was in the third place with under 100000 km; moreover the most significant increase of China was between 2005 and 2010. Compared to China, in spite of smooth rise between 1980 and 2010, India was in the least place, and the number of railway length usage by India was over 50000 km.

Word Count: 220

Check Your Answer On This Topic?

Check My Answer

Generate A Band-9 Sample Answer?

Generate A Sample

Overall Band Score

(+/- 0.5)

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

length: 9

railway: 6

usage: 6

tracks: 5

india: 5

place: 5

number: 5

china: 4

covered: 4

between: 3

russia: 3

least: 3

Try using synonyms for the above words

Task Response

The report addresses the task by describing the general trends and making some comparisons. However, there are several inaccuracies in the data, particularly regarding India's figures (e.g., stating India decreased from 150,000 km, which is incorrect; India actually increased from about 30,000 to 67,000 km). Additionally, the report incorrectly states that India had the least length, while China had the least in 1980. The report also omits specific data for some years and misinterprets the trends for India. To improve, ensure accurate data representation and clearly identify the country with the lowest values. Focus on presenting the main features with correct figures and avoid vague statements like 'over 200,000 km' when precise values are available.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report has a clear overall structure with an introduction, an overview, and body paragraphs, but the flow is sometimes disrupted by awkward phrasing and unclear referencing. The overview is present but could be more concise and better integrated. The body paragraphs present data in a somewhat confusing order, and the comparison between countries is not always clear. To improve, use clear topic sentences for each paragraph and ensure that each paragraph focuses on a distinct aspect (e.g., one paragraph for declining trends, another for increasing trends). Use cohesive devices such as 'while', 'whereas', and 'in contrast' to link related data points more smoothly.

Lexical Resource

The report uses some appropriate vocabulary for describing trends (e.g., 'declined', 'increased', 'smoothly', 'noticeably'), but there are several instances of imprecise or awkward word choices (e.g., 'individuals of the USA', 'civilians of India', 'length usage'). The range of vocabulary is limited, and there is repetition of phrases like 'the number of railway tracks length usage'. To improve, use more precise and varied terms such as 'the length of railway tracks', 'the USA's railway network', 'experienced a steady decline', 'saw a significant rise'. Avoid informal or overly literal expressions and aim for a more formal, academic tone. Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains numerous grammatical errors and punctuation issues that affect clarity. For example, 'The railway tracks length usage' is ungrammatical; it should be 'The length of railway tracks used'. There are also subject-verb agreement errors (e.g., 'the USA still remain' should be 'remains'), and incorrect use of articles and prepositions. Sentence structures are often repetitive and lack variety. To improve, practice using a wider range of grammatical structures, such as complex sentences with subordinate clauses. Proofread carefully to correct basic errors in subject-verb agreement, articles, and prepositions. Pay attention to punctuation, especially commas and periods, to enhance readability.

Answers On The Same Topic:

The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

The line chart illustrates the use of railway tracks between four countries from 1980 to 2010. Overall, The railway tracks length usage by the USA and Russia decreased; whereas length usage by China and India increased. The most railway track length was covered by the USA, and the least length was covered by India. At […]

Band 5+

The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

The line graph compares the length of railway tracks among four countries: China, the USA, Russia, and India, between 1980 and 2010. Overall, while railway track length usage by the USA remained the highest proportion, their dominate decreased over time. Accompained with, Russian is the second-highest proportion of railway track length in the line chart, […]

Band 5+

See All

Free time activities of the elderly in Europe from 1980 to the present

The presented line graph shows the statistics of several free-time activities for European’s elderly people between 1980 and 2010. Overall, we can see that hiking has seen the largest growth in the percentage of elderly people over time. Moreover, the only activity that has declined in popularity in the last 10 years is playing sports. […]

Band 7+

The chart below gives information about how many European citizens of various age groups frequently went to the gym from 1990 to 2010.

The line graph illustrates percentage of European citizens of different age group visit to gym between 1990 and 2010. Overall, the percentage of visit to gym was rapidly increase in people of 18-24 age group and 25-34 age group. However, the percentage of visit to gym people who were age of 35 and over were […]

Band 5+

The line graph below shows the number of visitors to two museums in London between 2000 and 2015.

The line graph illustrates the number of visitors to two famous museums, that is British Museum and the Natural History Museum in London between 2000 and 2015. Overall, the number of visitors to the British Museum has significantly increased every five years, whereas the number of visitors to the Natural History Museum showed major fluctuations […]

Band 6+

the graph shows changes in the popularity of different types of dwellings among families from 2000 to 2012.Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant

The line graph demonstrate the changes in the trend of different type of house between families from 2000 to 2012. Overall, the popularity of duplex/triplex and railroad decreased, while demand of the studio dwellings increased significantly in 12 years. In 2000, the studio houses percentage made up around 1,2 and decreased slightly to 0,8 in […]

Band 5+

See All

Band 5+: The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Check Your Answer On This Topic?

Generate A Band-9 Sample Answer?

Overall Band Score

Task Response

Coherence & Cohesion

Lexical Resource

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Answers On The Same Topic:

The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

The graph below shows the use of railway tracks by four countries between 1980 and 2010. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

Other Topics:

Free time activities of the elderly in Europe from 1980 to the present

The chart below gives information about how many European citizens of various age groups frequently went to the gym from 1990 to 2010.

The line graph below shows the number of visitors to two museums in London between 2000 and 2015.

The graph below show the percentage of people in one country who accessed the news from four resources from 1995 , with projections to 2025 Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant

the graph shows changes in the popularity of different types of dwellings among families from 2000 to 2012.Summaries the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant

Check Your Answer On This Topic?

Generate A Band-9 Sample Answer?

Overall Band Score

Task Response

Coherence & Cohesion

Lexical Resource

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Answers On The Same Topic:

Other Topics:

Plans & Pricing

Free

Premium