Academic Writing Sample
Writing Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task
The graph below shows the different modes of transport
used to travel to and from work in one European city in 1960, 1980
and 2000.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the
main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.

Writing Task 2
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
It is inevitable that as technology develops so
traditional cultures must be lost. Technology and tradition are
incompatible - you cannot have both together.
To what extent do you agree or disagree?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples
from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.