Growth of urban population in certain parts of the world including the prediction of the future

IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 - Bar Graph
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IELTS Writing Task 1 Question

The chart below gives information about the growth of urban population in certain parts of the world including the prediction of the future. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant

Common Questions for the Bar Graph

1. Graph Type: Column Graph

2.Title: Growth of Urban Population in Different Regions (1950-2030)

3.Units of Measurement : Percentage of total population

4.Who: Urban population in Africa, Asia, Latin America/Caribbean, and the whole world

5. When:1950, 2000, and predictions for 2030

6. Where: Africa, Asia, Latin America/Caribbean, and globally

7. Topic: Trends in urban population growth over time

Comparison Showing and Trends Any change over time (such as an increase or a decrease) is a trend.

Comparison 1 : Urban Population in 1950

  •  Details:

    1. Latin America and the Caribbean had the highest urban population at 42%.

    2. Asia and Africa had significantly lower urban populations at 14% and 12%, respectively.

   3. Globally, approximately one-third of the population was urban.

Comparison 2: Urban Population in 2000

  • Details:

    1.  Both Africa and Asia experienced a substantial increase, with urban populations rising to about 38%.

    2.  In Latin America and the Caribbean, over two-thirds (around 67%) of the population resides in urban areas.

    3. The global urban population was nearly equal to the rural population, showing a balance

Comparison 3 : Predictions for 2030

Details:

  1. Urban populations are expected to rise by 10-15% across all regions.

  2. Latin America and the Caribbean are projected to have around 80% of their population living in cities.

3.  The global urban population is estimated to reach 60%.

Sample Answer

The column graph illustrates the growth of urban populations in Africa, Asia, Latin America/Caribbean, and worldwide from 1950 to 2000, along with predictions for 2030.

Overall, the data reveal significant increases in urban populations across all regions, with expectations for continued growth.

In 1950, Latin America and the Caribbean had the largest urban population at 42%, while Asia and Africa lagged behind, with only 14% and 12% urban residents, respectively. At that time, the global urban population was around one-third of the total population. By 2000, Africa and Asia had nearly tripled their urban populations, reaching approximately 38%. In contrast, Latin America and the Caribbean saw over two-thirds of their population living in cities. Globally, the urban population became almost equal to the rural population.

In 2030, urban populations are expected to grow by 10-15% in all regions. Specifically, around 80% of people in Latin America and the Caribbean are anticipated to reside in urban areas, while the global urban population is projected to rise to 60%.

Top 5 Vocabularies

 

Vocabulary (type) Meaning Synonyms Examples

Depict (v.)

To show or represent

Portray, illustrate, represent

“The graph depicts the increase in urban population.”

Constitute (v.)

To make up or form

Comprise, form, account for

“Latin America constituted 42% of the urban population in 1950.”

Escalate (v.)

To increase rapidly

Rise, intensify, increase

“Urban populations escalated in all regions.”

Projections (n.)

Estimates or forecasts of future events

Predictions, forecasts, estimates

“Predictions for 2030 indicate significant urban growth.”

Anticipate (v.)

To expect or predict

Expect, foresee, project

“It is anticipated that urban populations will continue to grow.”

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