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How to write the overview for a line graph

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As seen in the exam

Task 1 — Line Graph

The graph below shows radio and television audiences throughout the day in 1992.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Minimum: 150 words~180 words recommended
DEB

DEB

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The 4 line-graph questions

  1. What's the overall trend for each line?Up, down, or flat — pick one.
  2. Where are the peaks and troughs?Highest and lowest points on the line.
  3. How fast is the change?Gradually vs. sharply — the vocabulary test.
  4. Do the lines cross?Look for the crossover point.

✕ Weak — flat, no sense of speed

✓ Strong — the overview

Audio: DEB (ElevenLabs)