IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Table Topics 2024

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This list contains a selection of IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 table topics that were submitted by students who completed the IELTS exam in 2024. Select a topic at random and start practicing and enhancing your writing abilities.

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The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. ielts-academic-task-1-coffee-shop-sales Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The table below shows the sales made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday.

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Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant

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the table below shows the results of a 20-year study into why adults

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The table shows the population ratio of females per 100 males in six different areas (Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Central America, and Oceania) in 1995 and 2005. Summarize and report key features.
The table shows the population ratio of females per 100 males in six different areas (Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, Central America, and Oceania) in 1995 and 2005. Summarize and report key features.

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The table below gives the information about the co2 production released by give countries that produced the most in 2005 and 2006.
The table below gives the information about the co2 production released by give countries that produced the most in 2005 and 2006.

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The table below shows population figures for four countries for 2003 and projected figures for 2025 and 2050. (in millions) Summarize the information by selecting and Reporting the main features then make comparisons where relevant
The table below shows population figures for four countries for 2003 and projected figures for 2025 and 2050. (in millions)

Summarize the information by selecting and Reporting the main features then make comparisons where relevant

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The table below give information about sales of fairtrade labelled coffee bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries
The table below give information about sales of fairtrade labelled coffee  bananas in 1999 and 2004 in five European countries

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the table shows the average time and money spent at different types of restaurants
the table shows the average time and money spent at different types of restaurants

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43.The table shows the changes in carbon production in four countries from 1995 to 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
43.The table shows the changes in carbon production in four countries from 1995 to 1999. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant

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The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mainfeatures, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information on consumer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the mainfeatures, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The diagrams below show the results of a survey from Taiwan explaining how students, wanting to study overseas, chose a university from 1998-2008. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparision where relevant.
The diagrams below show the results of a survey from Taiwan explaining how students, wanting to study overseas, chose a university from 1998-2008.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparision where relevant.

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The table shows the percentage of people with mobile phones who use various features on their phone between 2006 and 2010. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain.Yh table shows where the money come from and the charts show how it was distributed.
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area of Britain.Yh table shows where the money come from and the charts show how it was distributed.

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the table and the charts below give information the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in a one area of britian. the table shows where the money came from and the chart shows how it was distributed
the table and the charts below give information the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in a one area of britian. the table shows where the money came from and the chart shows how it was distributed

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The table shows the worldwide market share of the mobile phone market for manufactures in the years 2005 and 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the worldwide market share of the mobile phone market for manufactures in the years 2005 and 2006.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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the table below show carbon dioxide emissions from three differerent Eroupean countries

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The table gives information on six categories by age group.

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The table shows about underground railway system
The table shows about underground railway system

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The chart below shows information about different species of birds observed in Woodchuck Country at different times of the year. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main information and making comparisons.
The chart below shows information about different species of birds observed in Woodchuck Country at different times of the year.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main information and making comparisons.

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The chart below gives information about the production of grains, measured in million metric tons, from the years 2015 to 2035. Production of Grains (2015–2035) Grain2015 2020 2025 2030 2035 Wheat 100 105 107 108 110 Barley 50 70 80 90 100 Maize 34 34.5 34.5 35 35 Rice 24.7 24.3 24.5 25 25.5 The quantities shown are in million metric tons.
The chart below gives information about the production of grains, measured in million metric tons, from the years 2015 to 2035.

Production of Grains (2015–2035)

Grain2015	2020	2025	2030	2035

Wheat	100	105	107	108	110

Barley	50	70	80	90	100

Maize	34	34.5	34.5	35	35

Rice	24.7	24.3	24.5	25	25.5

The quantities shown are in million metric tons.

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The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.
The table shows the cost of water in 5 cities in Australia. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features.

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The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000. Average distance in miles travelled per person per year, by mode of travel
The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in England between 1985 and 2000.

Average distance in miles travelled per person per year, by mode of travel

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The table below shows the results of a survey where first-year students were askedto rate some aspects of their courses.
The table below shows the results of a survey where first-year students were askedto rate some aspects of their courses.

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The pin chart below shows the main reasons why agricultural land becomes less productive. The table shows how these causes affected three regions of the world during the 1990s.

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The provided table illustrates the milk production in a year in four countries (Netherlands, Australia, Tanzania, Guatemala) in 1990, 2000 and 2010
The provided table illustrates the milk production in a year in four countries (Netherlands, Australia, Tanzania, Guatemala) in 1990, 2000 and 2010

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The table compares different products, which were exported from Hong Kong over a 1-year period, from 2009 to 2010.

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the table below shows the changes in some household types in canada from 1984 to 2020
the table below shows the changes in some household types in canada from 1984 to 2020

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The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make the comparison where relevant. Write at least 150 words.
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009. Summerise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make the comparison where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

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The table gives information about the population of new Zealand from 2011 to 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparison where necessary.
The table gives information about the population of new Zealand from 2011 to 2012.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparison where necessary.

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The table shows data about the underground railway systems in six major cities with the date opened, kilometers of the route, and passenger numbers per year in millions.
The table shows data about the underground railway systems in six major cities with the date opened, kilometers of the route, and passenger numbers per year in millions.

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The table below shows the estimated literacy rates by region and gender for 2000-2004.
The table below shows the estimated literacy rates by region and gender for 2000-2004.

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The chart below shows what Anthroplogy graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart below shows what Anthroplogy graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below shows water use for different purposes in four countries. The use of water by four different countries (%).
The table below shows water use for different purposes in four countries. The use of water by four different countries (%).

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The table below shows the average weekly salaries of men and women working in different occupations. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
The table below shows the average weekly salaries of men and women working in different occupations. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.

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The table below shows the percentage of employers in various sectors having difficulty in finding staff in 2003 and 2004. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table shows the number of sales of 4 types of drinks in the months of January, February, March and April in a small cafe.
The table shows the number of sales of 4 types of drinks in the months of January, February, March and April in a small cafe.

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The table illustrates the secondary and high school teacher’s salaries in five different countries in 2009.

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The table below shows the table made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. You should write at least 150 words.
The table below shows the table made by a coffee shop in an office building on a typical weekday.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. 

You should write at least 150 words.

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The table shows information about the numbers of people who took the seven most popular airlines in the US in 1995 and 2005.
The table shows information about the numbers of people who took the seven most popular airlines in the US in 1995 and 2005.

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The table below show the results of a survey of the number of participatns in eight sports and the amount of time spent on each sport per month. Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.
The table below show the results of a survey of the number of participatns in eight sports and the amount of time spent on each sport per month.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information shown below.

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The table and chart show data about reading among people under 30 years old.
The table and chart show data about reading among people under 30 years old.

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The table below shows the numbers of people in each age group working in certain sectors in the UK in 1998 and 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the numbers of people in each age group working in certain sectors in the UK in 1998 and 2006.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below shows the changes in some household types in Canada from 1984 to 2020. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words
The table below shows the changes in some household types in Canada from 1984 to 2020.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words

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The table below gives information about languages with the most native speakers.
The table below gives information about languages with the most native speakers.

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The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations statistics. Describe the information shown below in your own words.
The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according

to United Nations statistics. Describe the information shown below in your own words.

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The chart below shows how the UK unemployed spent their time in the year 1982. Write a report to a university lecturer describing the information below.
The chart below shows how the UK unemployed spent their time in the year 1982.

Write a report to a university lecturer describing the information below.

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The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area ofBritain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table and charts below give information on the police budget for 2017 and 2018 in one area ofBritain. The table shows where the money came from and the charts show how it was distributed.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in Netherland between 2001 and 2006
The table below gives information about changes in modes of travel in Netherland between 2001 and 2006

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The chart above shows information about various professions in the U.K. and their salaries. The table shows the average working hours per week for each profession Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the informahtion by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The chart above shows information about various professions in the U.K. and their salaries. The table shows the average working hours per week for each profession Write a report for a university, lecturer describing the information shown below. Summarise the informahtion by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table gives information on consumer spending in five countries.
The table gives information on consumer spending in five countries.

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The table give information about the temperatures and hours of daylight in london and sydney during the same weekend in december 2018.
The table give information about the temperatures and hours of daylight in london and sydney during the same weekend in december 2018.

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The table below shows the preferred TV programs by the different age groups in a european country in 2012.
The table below shows the preferred TV programs by the different age groups in a european country in 2012.

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The table shows forested land in million of hectares in different parts of the world. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows forested land in million of hectares in different parts of the world.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below shows the percentage participation of women in senior management in three companies between 1975 and 2015.
The table below shows the percentage participation of women in senior management in three companies between 1975 and 2015.

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the table below shows the number of temporary migrant workers in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information and write 150 words
the table below shows the number of temporary migrant workers in four countries in 2003 and 2006 and the number of these workers per 1000 people in these countries in 2006. Summarise the information and write 150 words

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The chart below shows information about different species of birds observed in Woodchuk County at different times of the year.
The chart below shows information about different species of birds observed in Woodchuk County at different times of the year.

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The table below gives information about the percentage of land covered by forest in various countries in 1990 and 2005 with estimated figures for 2015
The table below gives information about the percentage of land covered by forest in various countries in 1990 and 2005 with estimated figures for 2015

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The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the number of mobile phones sold in millions for a period of six years. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table provides data on employment by sector of the economy and age group.  The majority of workers aged 16-24 are employed in the service sector, followed by retail, while the construction and agriculture sectors have the lowest employment numbers in this age group. The service sector continues to be the largest employer for workers aged 25-34, followed by construction and retail. In the 35-44 age group, construction and retail have nearly equal employment numbers, followed by the service sector. For workers aged 45-54, construction and retail are again the largest employers, followed by the service sector. In the oldest age group, 55 and above, the service sector is the largest employer, followed by retail and construction. The data shows a clear pattern of the service sector being the largest employer across all age groups, with the exception of the 35-44 age group where construction and retail have nearly equal employment numbers. There is also a decrease in employment in the construction and agriculture sectors for younger age groups and an increase in these sectors for older workers. The table highlights the importance of the service sector in providing employment opportunities, as well as the fluctuations in the construction and retail sectors based on age groups.
The table provides data on employment by sector of the economy and age group. 

The majority of workers aged 16-24 are employed in the service sector, followed by retail, while the construction and agriculture sectors have the lowest employment numbers in this age group. The service sector continues to be the largest employer for workers aged 25-34, followed by construction and retail. In the 35-44 age group, construction and retail have nearly equal employment numbers, followed by the service sector. For workers aged 45-54, construction and retail are again the largest employers, followed by the service sector. In the oldest age group, 55 and above, the service sector is the largest employer, followed by retail and construction.

The data shows a clear pattern of the service sector being the largest employer across all age groups, with the exception of the 35-44 age group where construction and retail have nearly equal employment numbers. There is also a decrease in employment in the construction and agriculture sectors for younger age groups and an increase in these sectors for older workers. The table highlights the importance of the service sector in providing employment opportunities, as well as the fluctuations in the construction and retail sectors based on age groups.

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The table below shows the result of a survey asked 6800 Scottish (aged 16 years and over) whether they had taken part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the result of a survey asked 6800 Scottish (aged 16 years and over) whether they had taken part in different cultural activities in the past 12 months. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below shows the percentage of first year students who gave ‘very good’ rating to the resources provided by the college, for three courses.
The table below shows the percentage of first year students who gave ‘very good’ rating to the resources provided by the college, for three courses.

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The table chart depicts that information about expenditure consumers on food, clothes, and leisure in five countries Spain, Turkey, Ireland, Sweden, and Italy in 2002.
The table chart depicts that information about expenditure consumers on food, clothes, and leisure in five countries Spain, Turkey, Ireland, Sweden, and Italy in 2002.

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The table shows the proportion of women in the labor force and women in management in five countries
The table shows the proportion of women in the labor force and women in management in five countries

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the table below gives information about the three countries with the highest population.
the table below gives information about the three countries with the highest population.

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Table chart show the percentage of people 65+ in three different countries from 1988 to 2030.
Table chart show the percentage of people 65+ in three different countries from 1988 to 2030.

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The Table shows how many international students study in Canada and the United States by country of origin. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.
The Table shows how many international students study in Canada and the United States by country of origin. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.

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The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the proportions of pupils attending four secondary school types between 2000 and 2009.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below gives information on customer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information on customer spending on different items in five different countries in 2002. 

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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Whereas the given diagram displays the main causes of agricultural land degradation, the table represents data about impact of the aforementioned reasons to North America, Europe and Oceanida in 1990s.
Whereas the given diagram displays the main causes of agricultural land degradation, the table represents data about impact of the aforementioned reasons to North America, Europe and Oceanida in 1990s.

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The table below gives information on the salaries of secondary teachers in five countries in 2009.
The table below gives information on the salaries of secondary teachers in five countries in 2009.

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The table below shows the income and jobs generated last year by tourism in Canadian states and territories.
The table below shows the income and jobs generated last year by tourism in Canadian states and territories.

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The table below shows the amount spent on healthcare in different countries. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
The table below shows the amount spent on healthcare in different countries.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.

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The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date opedend, kilometres of route and passenger numbers per year in millions. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons where relevant.
The table shows data about underground railway systems in six major cities with date opedend, kilometres of route and passenger numbers per year in millions. 

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features making comparisons where relevant.

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The table below shows the results of surveys in 2000, 2005 and 2010 about one university. Write a Full report
The table below shows the results of surveys in 2000, 2005 and 2010 about one university.

Write a Full report

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The table below gives information about the changes in most of travel in England between1985 to 2000
The table below gives information about the changes in most of travel in England between1985 to 2000

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The table below shows the results of surveys in 2005, 2010 and 2015 about McGill University. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant
The table below shows the results of surveys in 2005, 2010 and 2015 about

McGill University.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant

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The table below shows the percentages of the population by age groups in one town who rode bicycles in 2011.
The table below shows the percentages of the population by age groups in one town who rode bicycles in 2011.

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The table below shows the consumption of three basic foods, rice, wheat and maize, by People in four different countries.
The table below shows the consumption of three basic foods, rice, wheat and maize, by People in four different countries.

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2) The table below gives information about the population of New Zealand between 2011 and 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and making comparisons where relevant.

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The table shows the cost of water in five cities in Australia. Summarize the Information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below gives information about the daily cost of water per person in five different countries. (Figures are based on the minimum daily requirement per peron of 11.5 litres.) Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below gives information about the daily cost of water per person in five different countries. (Figures are based on the minimum daily requirement per peron of 11.5 litres.) Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below give information about the amount of beer and fruit juice consumed per person per year in different countries. write at least 150 words.
The table below give information about the amount of beer and fruit juice consumed per person per year in different countries. write at least 150 words.

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The table below shows the total amount of road traffic in the London borough of Enfield for the years 2008 - 2015
The table below shows the total amount of road traffic in the London borough of Enfield for the years 2008 - 2015

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the chart give information about entertainment venues and their admission in 2009. describe it
the chart give information about entertainment venues and their admission in 2009. describe it

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The table below shows the number of medals won by the top ten countries in the London 2012 Olympic Games. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.
The table below shows the number of medals won by the top ten countries in the London 2012 Olympic Games.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Write at least 150 words.

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The table below shows the monthly expenditure of an average Australian family in 1991 and 2001. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below shows the monthly expenditure of an average Australian family in 1991 and 2001.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table shows the passenger and aircraft movements for last year at Singapore Changi Airport. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table shows the passenger and aircraft movements for last year at Singapore Changi Airport.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations statistics. Describe the information shown below in your own words. What implications do the indicators have for the countries? You should write at least 150 words.
The table below shows social and economic indicators for four countries in 1994, according to United Nations statistics.

Describe the information shown below in your own words. What implications do the indicators have for the countries?

You should write at least 150 words.

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The table below provide information on rental charges and salaries in three areas of London.
The table below provide information on rental charges and salaries in three areas of London.

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The graph and table below show the average monthly temperatures and the average numbers of hours of sunshine per year in three major cities.
The graph and table below show the average monthly temperatures and the average numbers of hours of sunshine per year in three major cities.

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The table below gives information on average hours and minutes spent by UK males and females on different daility activities
The table below gives information on average hours and minutes spent by UK males and females on different daility activities

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The table provides information about the rate of land degradation by three main causes namely ; deforestation , over cultivation and over grazing in three different regions (North America , Europe and Oceania).
The table provides information about the rate of land degradation by three main causes namely ; deforestation , over cultivation and over grazing in three different regions (North America , Europe and Oceania).

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The table data shows the proportion of income adults and children spent on 4 common items in the United Kingdom in 2005.
The table data shows the proportion of income adults and children spent on 4 common items in the United Kingdom in 2005.

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The table below shows the result of a 20-year study into why adults in the UK attend arts events

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The table displays trends concerning the amounts of fast food consumed in Melbourne.
The table displays trends concerning the amounts of fast food consumed in Melbourne.

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The table below presents the food consumption per person weekly in a European country in 1992, 2002 and 2012. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The table below presents the food consumption per person weekly in a European country in 1992, 2002 and 2012.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below gives information about the problems faced by children in two primary schools in 2005 and 2015.
The table below gives information about the problems faced by children in two primary schools in 2005 and 2015.

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The chart below shows information about subway systems in three major European cities. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main information and making comparisons.
The chart below shows information about subway systems in three major European cities. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main information and making comparisons.

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the table below gives information about the underground rainway systems in six cities Summarise the information by selecting and reporting and reporting the main features and make comparations where relevant
the table below gives information about the underground rainway systems in six cities 

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting and reporting the main features and make comparations where relevant

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The graph below shows the information about medical care in three European countries between 1980 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
The graph below shows the information about medical care in three European countries between 1980 and 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

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The table below gives information about Salaries of Secondry / high school teachers in five countries .
The table below gives information about Salaries of Secondry / high school teachers in five countries .

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