Writing · Task 1 · Writing Mock Tests
WRITING TASK 1
150+ words · 20 min suggested · Lesson 1 of 2 · 40 XP
Prompt
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The table below gives information about the underground railway systems in six cities, Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words. Underground Railway Systems City Date opened Kilometres of route | Passengers per year (in millions) Tokyo 1927 155 1927 WashingtonDC - 1976 126 144
ShapeTask 1 paragraph map
- Paraphrase the chart description.
- State what the visual covers — years, groups, place.
- Two sentences only.
- Biggest trend + most notable comparison — no data yet.
- Report main group or highest values with figures.
- Use precise trend verbs (rose sharply, plateaued).
- Report the contrasting group or lowest values.
- Draw a comparison — ratios, differences, or timings.
Your response
Compose your answer below
Write at least 90 words first — then the model answers unlock automatically. Current: 0 / 90.
Self-assessment
Rate your draft on each criterion (1–9)
Addresses all parts of the prompt with a clear position and relevant ideas.
Logical flow between ideas; paragraphs signposted with varied linkers.
Range and accuracy of vocabulary; natural collocations.
Range of structures used accurately; few errors impede meaning.