IELTS Writing Task 1 (Academic) Map
1. Understand the Question
·
You will be given two
maps of the same place from different times
(past and present, or present and future plan).
·
Your task: describe
changes. Focus on what
has changed, disappeared, or been added.
Tip: Identify
major changes first (buildings, roads, parks, rivers, etc.), then describe
smaller changes.
2. Useful Vocabulary for Map Changes
|
Type of Change |
Vocabulary / Phrases |
|
Addition / New |
new
building, added, constructed, developed, established, built, expanded |
|
Removal / Demolition |
demolished,
removed, replaced, cleared, knocked down |
|
Change of use / Function |
converted
into, transformed, repurposed, renovated, turned into |
|
Location / Movement |
relocated,
moved, shifted, transferred, extended to, replaced by |
|
Size / Expansion |
expanded,
extended, enlarged, increased in size, widened, lengthened |
|
Nature / Landscape |
landscaped,
planted, developed into a park, green space created |
3. Useful Linking Phrases
·
To
compare past and present
o In
1990, there was… whereas now…
o Previously…;
now…
o At
that time…; currently…
·
To
describe location
o Next
to, adjacent to, opposite, near, behind, in front of, along, on the corner of
o In
the north/south/east/west of, in the center, at the edge of
·
To
describe changes
o …has
been replaced by…
o …has
been converted into…
o …has
disappeared / …no longer exists
o …has
been constructed / …has been developed
·
To
summarize
o Overall,
the town has…
o In
general, there has been significant development in…
o Overall,
the area has transformed from… to…
4. Sentence Structures
·
Simple
description:
o “A
new shopping center has been built in the north of the town.”
o “The
park has been removed and replaced by a car park.”
·
Comparison:
o “While
the river ran through the eastern part of the town in 1990, it is now
surrounded by residential buildings.”
·
Change
of use:
o “The
old factory has been converted into a library.”
·
Summary:
o “Overall,
the town has seen major urban development, with new buildings replacing open
spaces.”
5. Tips for Band 8+
1.
Group
changes logically: describe north to south,
west to east,
or type of change
(e.g., residential, commercial, recreational).
2.
Avoid
repeating words: use synonyms for built,
removed, replaced, developed.
3.
Include
prepositions for accuracy: “in the north of,” “next to,”
“opposite.”
4.
Write
an overview/summary: always give a general statement
about the changes.
5.
Use
past tense and passive voice:
o “A
bridge was constructed in 2010.”
o “The
old school was demolished and replaced by a hospital.”
IELTS
Map Vocabulary & Phrases Cheat Sheet
1. Vocabulary for Types of Changes
|
Change Type |
Words/Phrases |
Example |
|
Addition / New Structures |
new
building, constructed, developed, established, built, added, expanded |
“A
new shopping center has been constructed in the north.” |
|
Removal / Demolition |
demolished,
removed, cleared, knocked down, replaced |
“The
old library was demolished and replaced by a park.” |
|
Change of Use / Function |
converted
into, transformed, repurposed, renovated, turned into |
“The
old factory has been converted into a museum.” |
|
Relocation / Movement |
relocated,
moved, shifted, transferred |
“The
bus station was relocated to the eastern side of the town.” |
|
Size / Expansion |
expanded,
extended, enlarged, widened, lengthened, increased in size |
“The
playground has been expanded towards the south.” |
|
Natural Changes |
landscaped,
planted, developed into a park, green area created, river redirected |
“The
area behind the school has been landscaped and turned into a park.” |
2. Vocabulary for Locations
|
Position |
Words/Phrases |
Example |
|
Cardinal
Directions |
in
the north/south/east/west, to the north/south/east/west |
“A
new hospital was built in the north of the town.” |
|
Relative
Location |
next
to, adjacent to, opposite, near, behind, in front of, along, at the corner of |
“The
supermarket is located next to the school.” |
|
Center
/ Edge |
in
the center, at the edge, at the outskirts |
“The
park is located at the edge of the town.” |
3. Linking & Comparison Phrases
|
Purpose |
Phrases |
Example |
|
Compare past & present |
In
1990… whereas now…, Previously…; now…, At that time…; currently… |
“Previously,
there was a river here; now, it is covered by residential buildings.” |
|
Describe change |
has
been replaced by, has been converted into, has disappeared, no longer exists,
has been constructed/developed |
“The
playground has been replaced by a car park.” |
|
Summarize / Overall |
Overall…,
In general…, In conclusion…, The town has transformed from… to… |
“Overall,
the town has undergone significant development in the last 20 years.” |
4. Useful Sentence Structures
1.
Simple
description of change:
o “A
new hospital has been built in the east of the town.”
o “The
park has been removed and replaced by a car park.”
2.
Comparison:
o “While
the library existed in 2000, it has now been converted into a café.”
o “The
old road in the south has been widened, whereas the northern road remains
unchanged.”
3.
Change
of use:
o “The
old warehouse has been transformed into a residential complex.”
4.
Location
& Direction:
o “The
school is located adjacent to the main road, with a playground behind it.”
o “A
new bridge has been constructed in the northern part of the town.”
5.
Summary
/ Overview:
o “Overall,
the town has seen significant urban development, with new buildings replacing
open spaces and old structures.”
5. Quick Tips for IELTS Maps
1.
Group
changes logically:
o By
direction: north → south, east → west
o By
type: residential, commercial, recreational
2.
Use
a variety of verbs and phrases: avoid repetition like “built”
and “added” multiple times.
3.
Always
include a general overview/summary.
4.
Use
past tense for changes and passive voice where possible:
o “The
old market was replaced by a supermarket.”
5.
Prepositions
are important: in, next to, behind, opposite, along.
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