The chart below shows the growth of the urban population in certain parts of the world, including future projections.

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Growth of urban population in certain parts of world including future projections - IELTS Writing Task 1

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

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Written by an IELTSX user under exam conditions and published unedited and anonymously. Band 8 ยท 177 words.

The bar chart illustrates the percentage of urban populations in various global regions from 1950 to 2007, with projections up to 2030.

Overall, it is clear that the proportion of city dwellers followed an upward trend across all regions. Notably, North America consistently held the highest urbanization rate, while Africa had the lowest, although Latin America witnessed the most dramatic growth.

In 1950, the figures for Latin America and Asia stood at 42% and just below 20%, respectively. Both regions experienced significant growth; the former is projected to double its urban share to 84% by 2030, while the latter is predicted to almost triple, reaching approximately 54%.

Turning to the remaining regions, North America and Europe started with the highest proportions of city dwellers at roughly 64% and 51%. Despite remaining the most urbanized, North America experienced the slowest growth rate. Europe's urban population is expected to reach nearly 80% by 2030. Meanwhile, Africa's initial figure was the lowest at 15%, but this proportion is forecast to surge to over 50% by the end of the period.

Examiner feedback

This is an exceptionally strong response that addresses all task requirements with precision, clarity, and sophistication. The writer provides a well-structured analysis supported by an effective overview and accurate data selection.

Task Achievement - 8

- The response covers all the requirements of the task appropriately and relevantly. - Information is well-supported with accurate figures from the chart. - A clear and comprehensive overview identifies overall trends and main differences.

Coherence & Cohesion - 8

- Paragraphing is skilfully managed with a logical division between introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. - Information and ideas are logically sequenced with smooth transitions. - Cohesive devices are used effectively and reference is well managed.

Lexical Resource - 8

- A wide resource of vocabulary is used fluently and flexibly to convey precise meanings. - Word formation and spelling are entirely accurate. - Good awareness of academic style and collocation.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy - 8

- A wide range of sentence structures is used flexibly and accurately. - The vast majority of sentences are error-free and complex forms are well-controlled. - Punctuation is well managed throughout.

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