研究生英语写作 第四次课.pptx

;Structure for Writing Graphs The most common graphs you are going to see are line graphs bar graphs Line graphs and bar graphs show changes over time. pie charts Pie charts show percentages at present. ; Areas of focus: Presenting an overview of the graph Highlighting major changes or lack of change (not describing every change) Describing general trends Making comparisons or contrasts (when there is more than one figure) Avoiding mechanical writing; We might compare an overview of a graph, diagram or table to looking down on a city or landscape from an airplane. The outline, shape and color of a mountain range, for example, can be seen, but its details like the kinds of trees, rocks or animals usually cannot. Think in general terms. ;What is your purpose? What do you intend to show in writing about this graph/diagram? ; A graph illustrates the total number of DVD sales at a shop in 2007. By analyzing the graph, we are able to see the inconsistent purchasing habits of its customers.;The diagram below details the number of DVDs sold at a shop by month in 2007. From the diagram, we can observe fluctuating consumer trends in DVD sales at this particular shop, which might reflect the general purchasing habits of DVDs elsewhere. ;Look closely at the graph below. How would you describe the graph in three sentences or less? Write an overview of the graph in your journal. ;The line chart below indicates the proportion of the 65 years and older populations in the USA, Sweden and Japan. A general rising trend in all three countries is evident.;steady sales from January to March an sharp drop in April a huge dip between April and May a slow decline between May and August a major recovery in September a steep increase from September to December;Work with a partner. Together decide which changes (or lack of change) seem to be the most important. Locate at least five. Also discuss why you think these changes might have or will occur. ;Sweden’s aged population jumped