Speaking & Writing — Part 1

Describe Image

6–7 Tasks
Prep: 25 sec
Response: 40 sec

Official Instruction

“Look at the image below. In 25 seconds, please speak into the microphone and describe in detail what the image is showing. You will have 40 seconds to give your response.”

Scoring Criteria

What Is Being Assessed

Content

Accurate description of key features — trends, values, labels

Oral Fluency

Smooth, uninterrupted delivery for the full 40 seconds

Pronunciation

Clear articulation of numbers, labels and comparative terms

Strategy

Key Tips

Use this 4-part structure every time: Introduction → Key Trend → Supporting Detail → Conclusion

  • ➤During the 25-second prep time, identify: the title/heading, the key trend, and any notable high or low values.
  • ➤Use your full 40 seconds. Stopping at 20 seconds loses content marks. Aim for 35–38 seconds minimum.
  • ➤Use comparison language: “significantly higher than,” “peaked at,” “the lowest value was,” “roughly double.”
  • ➤Image types you may see: bar graph, pie chart, line graph, table, process diagram, map, Venn diagram.
  • ➤For process diagrams: describe stages in sequence. For pie charts: compare largest vs smallest segments.