IELTS Line Graph Sample Answer
Study this ielts line graph sample answer with a practice task, data description, Band 7 sample answer, Band 9 improved answer, overview analysis, key features, useful vocabulary, and common mistakes.
This is an IELTS-style practice task, not an official IELTS exam question.
IELTS-style sample task
The line graph shows the percentage of households with internet access in three countries from 2000 to 2020.
Data description
- Country A: 2000 = 20%, 2005 = 35%, 2010 = 55%, 2015 = 70%, 2020 = 85%
- Country B: 2000 = 10%, 2005 = 25%, 2010 = 45%, 2015 = 65%, 2020 = 80%
- Country C: 2000 = 5%, 2005 = 15%, 2010 = 35%, 2015 = 50%, 2020 = 60%
Band 7 sample answer
The line graph compares the percentage of households with internet access in three countries between 2000 and 2020. Overall, all three countries increased steadily, but Country A stayed the highest and Country C remained the lowest. In Country A, internet access rose from 20% in 2000 to 85% in 2020. Country B also grew strongly, from 10% to 80%. Country C started at only 5% and reached 60% by the end of the period. Although Country C was always behind, the difference between the countries became smaller in 2020.
Band 9 improved sample answer
The line graph illustrates changes in household internet access in three countries from 2000 to 2020. Overall, access rose substantially in all three countries, with Country A maintaining the highest level throughout and Country C consistently lagging behind. In Country A, the figure climbed from 20% in 2000 to 55% in 2010, before reaching 85% in 2020. Country B followed a similar pattern, increasing from 10% to 80% over the same period. Country C also grew considerably, from 5% to 60%, although it remained below the other two countries. By 2020, the gap had narrowed, especially between Countries A and B.
Overview analysis
Internet access increased in all three countries, with Country A remaining the highest throughout the period and Country C staying the lowest.
Key features
- All countries rose steadily.
- Country A had the highest level in every year.
- Country C grew strongly but remained behind.
- The gap between countries narrowed slightly by 2020.
Useful vocabulary
- rose steadily
- increased sharply
- remained the highest
- lagged behind
- reached
- experienced consistent growth
Common mistakes
- listing every year
- missing the overall trend
- using wrong tense
- overusing increase
- not grouping similar trends
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FAQ
How do I describe a line graph in IELTS?
Focus on the main trends, highest and lowest lines, and important changes over time.
What trend vocabulary should I use?
Use phrases such as rose steadily, increased sharply, declined, remained stable, and reached.
Should I mention every year?
No. Select key years and group similar trends.
How do I write a line graph overview?
Summarize the overall direction and the main comparison between lines.
Can I check my line graph answer?
Yes. A checker can identify weak overview, missing comparisons, and tense problems.
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