Writing 2026-08 Test 12

Exam month: 2026-08

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 graphs below show changes in the trends of the urban and rural population by different age groups from 1950 to 2040. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

Urban and Rural Population Trends by Age Group (1950-2040) (millions)

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

Task 2

People today can shop, work and communicate with others via the Internet instead of face-to-face communication. Is it a positive or negative development? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.