IELTS Writing Task 1 : Introduction

IELTS Writing Task 1 Introduction should explain what the chart/graph shows. In order to do this, just paraphrase the question (i.e. rewrite it in your own words).

Here is an example topic from an IELTS Task 1 question:

The graph below shows the proportion of the population aged 65 and over between 1940 and 2040 in three different countries.

By rewriting this description with a few changes, I can quickly create a good introduction:

The line graph compares the percentage of people aged 65 or more in three countries over a period of 100 years.

If you practise this technique, you will be able to write task 1 introductions very quickly. You will be able to start the writing test quickly and confidently.