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Practice Writing Test 1 (Academic Module)
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IELTS Writing Test |
WRITING TASK 1
The table below presents information about the Australian economy in the late 1980s.
Write a report describing the trends in profits shown in the table.
You should write at least 150 words.
TABLE 1: COMPANY PROFITS BEFORE TAX, BY INDUSTRY ($ million)
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Period |
Manufacturing | Mining | Retail Trade | Other |
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1986-87 1987-88 1988-89 1989-90 |
4,650
6,615 8,617 7,810 |
3,840
3,816 3,540 4,992 |
612
886 1,349 1,373 |
1,232
1,511 1,696 397 |
WRITING TASK 2
Write an essay expressing your views on the following topic:
Technology can bring many benefits, but it can also cause social and environmental problems. In relation to new technology, the primary duty of Governments should be to focus on potential problems, rather than benefits.
You should write at least 250 words.
You should use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and relevant evidence.