IELTSAcademicWritingPaper.ppt

IELTS Academic Writing Paper English Language Centre The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Test Format and Tasks Format and Tasks Strategies and Examples Further Help References Questions Test Format Test Format Writing Module lasts 60 minutes. Two tasks:- Task 1 – 20 minutes, 150 words. Task 2 – 40 minutes, 250 words. Words are counted by the examiners, so don’t write too many or too few words. Tip - learn how many words you usually write on a line, and how many lines = 150 and 250 words, so you don’t waste time counting words in the test. Test Format and Tasks - Answers Answers Must be written on the answer sheet. Must be written in full. Notes are not acceptable as answers. Notes may be made on the question paper, but cannot be taken from the test room. Test Format and Tasks – Task 1 Task 1: (20 minutes, 150 words) Interpret a diagram or table, and present the information in your own words. Organise, present and possibly compare data e.g. money people spend on different forms of entertainment. Describe stages of a procedure or process e.g. the stages of human evolution. Describe on object or event or series of events e.g. How the water cycle works. Explain how something works e.g. How a car engine works. Test Format and Tasks – Task 2 Task 2 (40 minutes, 250 words) presented with a point of view or argument or problem. Present and justify an opinion e.g. Do you think trial by jury should be used in all criminal cases? Compare and contrast evidence, opinions and implications e.g. How effective is it to reward good work with extra money? Evaluate and challenge ideas, evidence or an argument e.g. ‘Failure shows desire wasn’t strong enough’. To what extent do you agree? Test Format and Tasks: Assessment Criteria General Points You must respond appropriately in terms of: Register – formality and politeness; e.g. no short forms Organisation – clear and logical Style – academic; e.g. no rhetorical questions, no exclamations, no extreme opinions