The diagrams below show the changes in a library from 1975 to the present.

Practice this IELTS Writing Task 1 question on IELTSX. The diagrams below show the changes in a library from 1975 to the present.

Diagrams show changes in library from 1975 to present - IELTS Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

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

Write at least 150 words.

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Written by an IELTSX user under exam conditions and published unedited and anonymously. Band 7 ยท 193 words.

Depicted in the two maps is the evolution of a library that has undergone dramatic transformation since 1975 to the present day.

Overall, what is particularly striking about the library's redevelopment is the shift toward modernisation, most notably through the introduction of technology and improved accessibility.

In 1975, the northwestern area was occupied by books and magazines, which have since been displaced by a computer site, reflecting the growing influence of digital technology. Remaining on the western central side, bookshelves were transformed into cofee break area. Bookshelves, on the southwest corner, however, remained at the same posotion. The restroom along with the stairs followed the same trend. Moving eastward, what was formerly two sections of new books has been reduced to a single unit, with the vacated space having been repurposed to accommodate wheelchair access, which shows the library's growing commitment to inclusivity. The library desk, meanwhile, has retained its position along the eastern flank, standing as one of the few features to have survived the redevelopment largely intact. The transformation of the central shared areas, which, having been previously located to the western section, have since been redistributed toward the library desk.

Examiner feedback

This is a strong response that provides a clear overview and logically maps out the changes over time. The use of complex grammatical structures and high-level vocabulary demonstrates a good command of English, though minor spelling errors and slightly vague descriptions of the central area prevent it from reaching a higher band.

Task Achievement - 7

- The response covers the requirements of the task by identifying and describing the main changes in the library layout. - A clear overview is provided, highlighting the shift toward modernization and accessibility. - Key features are selected and highlighted, though some specific details about the 'central shared areas' could be more precisely illustrated.

Coherence & Cohesion - 7

- Information and ideas are logically organized with a clear progression from the west side to the east side of the map. - Cohesive devices like 'meanwhile', 'however', and 'since' are used effectively to link changes. - Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the overview from the detailed description.

Lexical Resource - 7

- Vocabulary is sufficient to allow for some flexibility and precision, using terms like 'repurposed', 'displaced', and 'inclusivity'. - There is an awareness of style and collocation, although minor spelling slips ('cofee', 'posotion') occur. - The range of vocabulary used to describe transformation is appropriate for a Band 7 level.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy - 7

- A variety of complex structures are used, such as 'having been previously located' and 'what was formerly...'. - Grammar is generally well controlled, although there are minor spelling errors like 'posotion' and 'cofee'. - The majority of sentences are error-free and demonstrate good control of the passive voice for describing changes.

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