Timber, pulp and paper production: IELTS Task 1 answer #15, band 7.0
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157 words. Marked by Axiom on 27 January 2026. Estimated by AI. It isn’t an official IELTS score.
The line graph this answer describes
Show the data
| Timber | Pulp | Paper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 | 4 | 5.5 |
| 1985 | 10 | 6 | 7 |
| 1990 | 8 | 7 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6.5 | 8 | 9 |
| 2000 | 7.5 | 10 | 12 |
Academic Task 1157 words
: The graph above shows the production of three forest industry products in a European country, namely timber, pulp, and paper from 1980 to 2000.
The line graph compares the production levels of three products which is used in forest industry – pulp, timber, and paper - in a European country over 20 years (from 1980 till 2000).
Paper experienced the most significant growth and became leading product by 2000 while timber fluctuated considerably. Pulp showed steady upward trend despite some instability.
Coherence & cohesion
RevisedOverall, the graph illustrates that while all three products experienced an increase, they exhibited different trends over the period.
This revision provides a more formal and precise explanation of the graph's overall trends.
Coherence & cohesion
RevisedIn 1980, the production of pulp was about 5.5 million units higher than that of paper, which stood at 4 million, and timber, which was approximately 5 million.
This revision clarifies the comparison by rephrasing the sentence in a more formal and academic style.
Coherence & cohesion
RevisedPulp production experienced an initial decrease before gradually recovering.
The revision uses more precise language to describe the sequence of events, enhancing the clarity of the information.
Lexical resource
RevisedPaper production gradually rose until 1993 and saw a sharp increase, reaching 12 million by 2000.
The revision uses more natural and precise language to describe the changes in paper production.
By 2000, timber was produced at a lower level than paper and pulp.
Lexical resource
RevisedTimber production significantly increased initially, reaching a peak in 1985, but subsequently declined and remained variable for the rest of the period.
The revision uses more precise language to describe the changes in timber production.
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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 logically organized and ideas are connected well. However, there are a few areas where the flow of information could be improved.
Suggestions
- Use a variety of cohesive devices to improve the flow of information.
- Consider using more complex sentence structures to introduce and explain the data.
Sentence revisions 3
RevisedOverall, the graph illustrates that while all three products experienced an increase, they exhibited different trends over the period.
This revision provides a more formal and precise explanation of the graph's overall trends.
RevisedIn 1980, the production of pulp was about 5.5 million units higher than that of paper, which stood at 4 million, and timber, which was approximately 5 million.
This revision clarifies the comparison by rephrasing the sentence in a more formal and academic style.
RevisedPulp production experienced an initial decrease before gradually recovering.
The revision uses more precise language to describe the sequence of events, enhancing the clarity of the information.
Grammar & accuracy
Band 7.0/ 9
The essay uses a mix of simple and complex sentence forms and there are few grammatical errors. However, there are a few instances of awkward or incorrect sentence structure.
Sentence revisions 2
RevisedOverall, the graph shows that all three products increased, although they displayed different trends over the period.
The revision provides a more natural sentence structure and uses the verb 'displayed' which is more formal and appropriate for the context.
RevisedIn 1980, the production of pulp was about 5.5 million units higher than that of paper, which was 4 million, and timber, which was approximately 5 million.
The revision provides a more natural and formal sentence structure, making the comparison clearer and more precise.
Lexical resource
Band 7.0/ 9
The essay uses a good range of vocabulary and there is evidence of less common and idiomatic language. However, there are a few instances of awkward or incorrect word choice.
Sentence revisions 2
RevisedPaper production gradually rose until 1993 and saw a sharp increase, reaching 12 million by 2000.
The revision uses more natural and precise language to describe the changes in paper production.
RevisedTimber production significantly increased initially, reaching a peak in 1985, but subsequently declined and remained variable for the rest of the period.
The revision uses more precise language to describe the changes in timber production.
Task achievement
Band 7.0/ 9
The essay provides a clear overview and detailed analysis of the data. The information is accurately and appropriately selected and well supported.
Suggestions
- Make sure to fully explain all parts of the graph and avoid any vague or ambiguous language.
- Consider providing more detailed comparisons and trends.
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