How to Paraphrase the IELTS Writing Task 1 Introduction
IELTS with Mujahid · Beginner practice
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What is the introduction? In Writing Task 1, the introduction is one sentence that paraphrases the question. Say what the chart shows in your own words. Do not copy the question, and do not add opinions.
❌ The graph shows the percentage of people using the internet.✅ The line graph compares the proportion of internet users.
🧩 The formula
🔁 Paraphrase the chart and the verb
🔤 Paraphrase the topic
📅 Paraphrase the time
🪤 Common mistakes
💡 IELTS tip: Change the chart words, the verb and the topic words, but keep the meaning, the places and the time period the same. One clear sentence is enough. Write your overview in a separate paragraph.
Ready? Tap a tab above and start with 1. Match.
Activity 1: Match the Paraphrase
Choose the best paraphrase for each word or phrase.
Activity 2: Gap Fill
Choose the word that completes the paraphrase correctly.
Activity 3: Odd One Out
Two options are good paraphrases. One is not. Tap the bad paraphrase.
Activity 4: Fix It
Read the question. Tap the better introduction.
Activity 5: Type It
Type the missing word. The first letter is given as a clue. Press Check or Enter.
Activity 6: Choose the Best Introduction
Read the Task 1 question. Choose the best paraphrased introduction.