Writing 2026-10 Test 15

Exam month: 2026-10

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 bar chart below shows changes in the sales of five different types of books from 2005 to 2015. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

Sales of Five Types of Books (2005-2015) (thousands of copies)

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

Task 2

Some think most crime is the result of circumstances, e.g. poverty and other social problems. Others believe that most crime is caused by people who are bad by nature. Discuss both views and give your own opinion. Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.