Writing 2026-07 Test 18

Exam month: 2026-07

Rebuilt from test-taker recalls — not official IELTS material. Task 1's chart is a reconstructed illustration, not the original exam's exact data.

Task 1

The line graph below shows the number of people taking part in four kinds of sports in a particular region between 1985 and 2005. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Number of People Participating in Four Sports (1985-2005)
Number of People Participating in Four Sports (1985-2005) (thousands)

Illustrative chart · reconstructed from the recalled description, not the official original data

Task 2

Some people think that family has the most important influence on children’s development, while others believe that factors such as TV, friends, music and books have a more significant impact. Discuss both views and give your opinion.