Recent Writing Set 20 – Task 1

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  • •Time allowed: 20 minutes.
  • •Task 1: at least 150 words. Task 2: at least 250 words. Task 2 is worth twice as much as Task 1.
  • •The word count is shown below the answer box, like the computer-delivered test.
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Part 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words.

The line graph below shows government spending on health, education and defence in one country as a percentage of GDP from 2000 to 2025. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Government spending (% of GDP)
0246810%200020052010201520202025Health, 2000: 4.5%Health, 2005: 5%Health, 2010: 5.8%Health, 2015: 6.2%Health, 2020: 8.1%Health, 2025: 7%Education, 2000: 4%Education, 2005: 4.3%Education, 2010: 4.6%Education, 2015: 4.5%Education, 2020: 4.7%Education, 2025: 5.1%Defence, 2000: 2.9%Defence, 2005: 2.6%Defence, 2010: 2.3%Defence, 2015: 2.1%Defence, 2020: 2%Defence, 2025: 2.4%
HealthEducationDefence
Tips
  • Start by paraphrasing the question, then write a clear overview of the main features.
  • Group the data logically and support each point with accurate figures.
  • Do not give opinions or reasons — only report the information shown.
  • Write at least 150 words in about 20 minutes.
Spell-check is off, as in the real test.Word count: 0