IELTS 9 Test 2

The bar chart illustrates the time spent by UK

residents on different types of telephone calls
between 1995 and 2002.
Local fixed line calls were the highest throughout
the period, rising from 72 billion minutes in 1995 to
just under 90 billion in 1998. After peaking at 90
billion the following year, these calls had fallen back
to the 1995 figure by 2002.
National and international fixed line calls grew
steadily from 38 billion to 61 billion at the end of the
period in question though the growth slowed over the
last two years.
There was a dramatic increase in mobile calls
from 2 billion to 46 billion minutes. This rise was
particularly noticeable between 1999 and 2002
during which time the use of mobile phones tripled.
Overall, although local fixed line calls were still the
most popular in 2002, the gap between the three
categories narrowed considerably over the second
half of the period in question.
IELTS 9 Test 3

The pie charts illustrate the age distribution of populations in

Yemen and Italy in 2000, along with projections for 2050.
In 2000, Yemen had a very young population, with 46.3%
aged 0-14. This is projected to decrease to 37% by 2050.
The 15-59 age group comprised a little more than half of
the population (50.1%) and is expected to increase to
57.3%, becoming the largest segment. The rate of elderly
population aged over 60 stood at 3.6% and is predicted to
see a slight rise to 5.7% by 2050.
In contrast to Yemen, Italy had a more mature population
in 2000. The 0-14 age group represented just 14.3%, with a
projected decline to 11.5% by 2050. Individuals aged 15-59
years accounted for the largest age group with 61.6%, but
this is expected to shrink to 46.2%. Italy's elderly population
aged over 60 was substantially larger than Yemen's at
24.1%, which is projected to increase to 42.3%, indicating a
rapidly aging population.
Overall, Yemen had a significantly larger proportion of
young people and a much smaller proportion of elderly
people compared to Italy in 2000. Both countries are
projected to see a decline in the 0-14 age group and an
increase in the 60+ age group, however the changes are
much more dramatic in Italy, where the elderly population
is expected to nearly double.
IELTS 9 Test 4

The line chart illustrates energy consumption in the US from

1980 to 2012, and projected consumption trends by 2030.
Petrol and oil have been the dominant fuel sources
throughout this period, with 35 quadrillion (35q) units used in
1980, rising to 42q in 2012. Despite some initial fluctuation,
there was a steady increase from 1995. This is expected to
continue, reaching 47q in 2030.
Consumption of energy derived from natural gas and coal is
similar over the period. From 20q and 15q respectively in
1980, natural gas showed an initial fall and coal a gradual
increase, with the two fuels equal between 1985 and 1990.
Consumption has fluctuated since 1990 but both now
provide 24q. Coal is predicted to increase steadily to 31q in
2030, whereas gas will remain stable at around 25q after
2014.
In 1980, nuclear energy, hydropower, and solar/wind power
was equal at only 4q. Nuclear has risen by 3q, and
solar/wind by 2. After slight increases, hydropower has
fallen back to the 1980 figure. It is expected to maintain this
level until 2030, while the others should rise slightly after
2025.
Overall, the US will continue to rely on fossil fuels, with
sustainable and nuclear energy sources remaining relatively
insignificant.
IELTS 13 Test 2

The chart shows the percentage of households in owned and

rented accommodation in England and Wales between 1918
1950 The bar chart compares the percentages of households
2020.
and 2011.
in England and Wales living in owned and rented
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the accommodation from 1950 to 2020.
main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Overall, the proportion of homeowners in England and
Write at least 150 words.
Wales increased significantly over the 70-year period,
while the percentage of those renting accommodation
showed a general decline, albeit with some fluctuation.
In 1950, the majority of households (around 68%) lived
in rented accommodation. However, this figure steadily
decreased over the following decades, reaching its
lowest point in 2000 at 30%. On the other hand,
homeownership showed a contrasting trend. Starting at
roughly 32% in 1950, the proportion of homeowners
rose considerably, peaking at just over 70% in 2000.
It is worth noting that while the trend of increasing
homeownership and decreasing renting continued until
2000, the years following showed a slight reversal. The
percentage of homeowners dipped to around 63% in
2020, while the proportion of renters increased to
approximately 37%.