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Percentage Of Poverty-1 # Bar Graph

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The graph below shows the percentage of households, grouped by poverty, on the basis of access to refrigerator, electricity and water in Ghana for the year 1991/1992 to 1998/1999.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Percentage Of Poverty

Bar Graph

 

 

The graph illustrates the level of poverty amongst households in Ghana over a period of seven years i.e. from 1991/92 to 1998/99, grouped according to the access of refrigerator, electricity and water.

Initially, most of the houses having access to electricity and water were non-poor with the percentage being 73% and 76% respectively whereas refrigerator did not have much effect on financial condition of household with only 24% of households being non-poor. In addition, 11%, 57% and 69% of households living under poor conditions had access to refrigerator, electricity and water respectively.  However, 48% of households with availability of electricity were in very poor situations while 3% and 55% with refrigerator and water found themselves categorized as very poor.

Over a period of seven years, the number of households categorized as non-poor accessing refrigerator, electricity and water substantially increased to 37%, 85% and 80% respectively. Although the percentage of very poor remained constant in case of refrigerator, it declined to 34% in case of electricity and showed a minor increment with regards to water. Similar observations were seen in case of poor households.

Overall, the availability of electricity and water remained major factors in determining the financial status of households, however access to refrigerator did not make any major impact.

EXPLANATION

The answer provided is of band 6 and there are reasons for it.

  1. There is no clarity in the answer. After reading it, one cannot make out what the graph is about and what are the major issues. This is the major flaw. When answering a question of graph, it is expected that on reading it, you can get a clear summary of graph.
  2.  In the second paragraph, the use of initially is not correct. It is expected that you mention the year clearly.
  3. Repetition of words has been observed in many cases, this is not a good idea.

So, how to answer such graphs.

Rather than going from one point to another again and again, it is better you take a point and explain it better. All the trends observed in that particular point.
Be more clear about the year and it is better if you don’t use words such as initially or later on.
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Linking Words

Linking plays a very important role in your essay. 25% of your marks in essay depend on the linking and the cohesion of your essay. It is not only important for you to get the linking correct but you are required to give a range of linking words with perfect accuracy and flexibility. Linking words can be useful for you while listing, adding information, giving examples, showing results or consequences, highlighting, stressing or giving reasons.
Given below are the linking words that can be used in each of the cases.

LISTING
Linking words for listing are used to either put paragraphs in order or even to list your supporting points in paragraph.

  1. Firstly, secondly, thirdly ….
  2. Lastly, last but not the least , finally
Adding Information
Sometimes you need to support your main idea in essay, given below are the linkers that are used to inform that extra information will be provided.

  1. In addition
  2. Additionally
  3. Furthermore
  4. Moreover
  5. Also
  6. As well as
  7. And
Giving Example
Often you are required to give examples in your writing task. Always writing the same word could make you lose marks. Try to use the given linking words,

  1. For example
  2. In other words
  3. For instance
  4. Namely
  5. Such as

    6. To illustrate

Presenting Opinion
In essays wherein you are required to give your own opinion, following linking words will prove to be helpful to you.

  1. In my opinon
  2. I think
  3. I disagree/ I cannot accept
  4. I admit
  5. In my view
  6. I believe
  7. I concur/ agree
Results and Consequences
These linking words are very useful in when you are required to give solutions in your essay or state the consequences of something.

  1. As a result
  2. Consequently
  3. Thus
  4. Hence
  5. Therefore
  6. So
  7. For this reason
CONTRASTS
Often while writing essay, you are required to give opinion. Doing this sometimes you have to give your opinion of the opposing form. Given below are some of the linking words that could be helpful for you in such situations.

  1. However
  2. Nevertheless
  3. Even though
  4. Although
  5. But
  6. Despite
  7. Still
  8. On the other hand
  9. By contrast
  10. In comparison
  11. Alternatively
  12. Other option could be
Concluding Linkers
These linkers are useful to start your conclusion paragraph.

  1. In conclusion
  2. To sum up
  3. To conclude

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Increasing Levels Of Obesity # Essay For IELTS

All over the world, societies are facing a growing problem with obesity. The problem affects both children and adults. What are the reasons for this rise in obesity? How can it be tackled ?

A “maddening rush” has market the 21st century and the interesting thing about this rush is that instead of making people slim, it has ended up making them fat. Obesity is a growing concern worldwide, not only in children but also in adults. This has not only led to grave issues for the government but also has impacted individuals life.

Nothing just comes out from air, there are always reasons behind it; obesity has its own. The most impactful reason is that people have lost the importance of regular exercise. Few decades back, when automobiles had not found its way into the lives of common man, people travelled either on foot or on cycle and therefore led a healthier life. The present scenario is such that, even for a walk of 100 meters people take out their bikes. The next most important reason behind increased obesity levels is fast food. At present, people usually lead a stressful life with no time to spare on their bodies. As a result, balanced diet has taken a back seat and fast food has become common. Regular eating of fast food not only leads to obesity, it also causes other health ailments. Internet could also be held responsible for the increasing level of obesity. With the advent of internet, people instead of meeting their friends, chat with them on phone; instead of playing football or cricket, they enjoy playing fifa or other games on their phones; resulting in a dramatic decrease in physical activity.

Although obesity is becoming common amongst individuals, we can still fight it back. Firstly, people must be made aware of the importance of regular exercise. Campaigns regarding it ought to be done in offices, schools and colleges. For example, the prime minister of India observed “the yoga day” recently wherein people all over the country did yoga. This was a great initiative and the world needs more of them. Secondly, sports activities must be held and involvement of individuals must be made compulsory in offices, schools and colleges.

Overall, obesity is a serious issue dawning the world and proper measures must be taken immediately to get over it, before it is too late.

 

increasing levels of obesity essay for ielts

increasing levels of obesity essay for ielts

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Recent IELTS Exam Questions Trend

Recent IELTS Exam Questions Trend

WRITING SECTION

  1. Some people are of the opinion that hard work is the key factor for success in life while others believe that other factors such as money, luck etc play a major role in deciding a persons’ success. Discuss both the sides and give your opinion.
  2. Some children start school at the age of four while others at the age of seven.
    What are the advantages and disadvantages of starting school at the age of four or early?
    How to the advantages outweigh the disadvantages?

SPEAKING SECTION

  1. Do you have a personal room in your house? Do you like it?
  2. Which is your favorite room in your house?
  3. Would you like to change your house? Why/why not?

CUE CARD
Describe an advertisement that persuaded you to buy a product. You must say-:

  • Where did you saw the advertisement?
  • what was the advertisement about?
  • Why did you liked it?

DISCUSSION

  • Give your opinion about advertising world.
  • What kind of advertisement are shown in your country?
  • If you were the telecommunication minister of your country, what changes would you make, if any, in the advertising companies?

So, what are you waiting for. Go on practice them; maybe you get similar questions.
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