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Australian exports to four countries: IELTS Task 1 answer #56, band 7.5

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The line graph this answer describes

Australian exports to four countries (IELTS Task 1 line graph)Japan, US, China, India for 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2012, in % of Australian exports. Values are approximate, read from the original chart.0102030199019952000200520102012
Australian exports to four countries (IELTS Task 1 line graph)Japan, US, China, India for 1990, 1995, 2000, 2005, 2010, 2012, in % of Australian exports. Values are approximate, read from the original chart.0102030199020002010
Values in % of Australian exports. Values approximate: read from the original chart, not printed on it.
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Australian exports to four countries (IELTS Task 1 line graph) (% of Australian exports)
JapanUSChinaIndia
1990261121
199520831
2000181151
2005188115
2010175257
2012177285

Academic Task 1154 words

The graph below shows the percentage of Australian exports to four countries from 1990 to 2012. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

The line graph shows the percentage of Australian exports going to Japan, the US, China, and India between 1990 and 2012.

  1. Coherence & cohesion

    RevisedOverall, while exports to Japan and the US declined over time, exports to China saw a significant increase.

    The revised sentence provides a clearer contrast between the trends.

  2. Coherence & cohesion

    RevisedIndia remained a relatively small export market throughout the period.

    The revision improves clarity and formality.

In 1990, Japan was Australia’s main export destination, receiving 27% of exports.

  1. Grammar & accuracy

    RevisedHowever, this figure gradually declined to approximately 17% by 2012.

    The revision uses more precise vocabulary.

  2. Grammar & accuracy

    RevisedExports to the US also decreased, falling from 12% in 1990 to around 6% by the end of the period.

    The revision uses a more varied verb choice.

By 2012, China became the biggest market, taking about 30% of Australian exports.

  1. Coherence & cohesion

    RevisedIn contrast, China experienced a significant increase.

    The revised sentence uses a more formal tone and precise language.

  2. Lexical resource

    RevisedStarting at merely 1% in 1990, China's share grew rapidly, particularly after 2000.

    The revision enhances lexical variety and precision.

It began at almost 0% and increased slowly to about 9% in 2012, which was still much lower than the other countries.

  1. Lexical resource

    RevisedIndia accounted for the smallest share.

    The revision uses a more formal expression.

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What Axiom wrote for each criterion: why the answer earned its band, and what to work on next.

Coherence & cohesion

Band 7.0/ 9

The essay is well-organized with clear paragraphing and logical progression of ideas. However, transitions between some ideas could be smoother.

Suggestions

  • Use more linking words to enhance flow.
  • Ensure each paragraph transitions smoothly to the next.

Sentence revisions 3

  • RevisedOverall, while exports to Japan and the US declined over time, exports to China saw a significant increase.

    The revised sentence provides a clearer contrast between the trends.

  • RevisedIndia remained a relatively small export market throughout the period.

    The revision improves clarity and formality.

  • RevisedIn contrast, China experienced a significant increase.

    The revised sentence uses a more formal tone and precise language.

Grammar & accuracy

Band 8.0/ 9

The essay demonstrates a good range of grammatical structures with minor errors.

Sentence revisions 3

  • RevisedHowever, this figure gradually declined to approximately 17% by 2012.

    The revision uses more precise vocabulary.

  • RevisedExports to the US also decreased, falling from 12% in 1990 to around 6% by the end of the period.

    The revision uses a more varied verb choice.

  • RevisedIndia remained a small export market throughout the entire period.

    The revision improves grammatical accuracy and formality.

Lexical resource

Band 7.0/ 9

The essay uses a range of vocabulary appropriately, though some expressions could be more varied and precise.

Sentence revisions 3

  • RevisedChina experienced a substantial increase.

    The revision uses more precise vocabulary.

  • RevisedIndia accounted for the smallest share.

    The revision uses a more formal expression.

  • RevisedStarting at merely 1% in 1990, China's share grew rapidly, particularly after 2000.

    The revision enhances lexical variety and precision.

Task achievement

Band 8.0/ 9

The essay effectively summarizes the main features of the graph and makes relevant comparisons.

Suggestions

  • Include more specific data points to support statements.
  • Ensure all trends are clearly explained.

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