Purpose: The introduction sets the context for your report by paraphrasing the task statement.

How to Write an Introduction:

• Paraphrase the prompt: Rewrite the task statement in your own words. This shows your ability to understand and interpret the question.
• Include the visual type: Mention the type of visual data you are analyzing (e.g., “The line graph illustrates …”).

Common Mistakes to Avoid in the Introduction

• Don’t copy the question for your introduction. Always paraphrase the question. Paraphrase the question by using synonyms and varying sentence structures.
• Don’t write long introduction. It should be two or three sentences.
• Don’t spend much time on introduction. It should be the quickest part of Task 1 to write.
• Don’t include personal opinions, explanations, or reasons behind the trends or changes in the visual information. The introduction should strictly focus on the data presented.

Don’t include vague or unclear statements, and ensure the task’s context is evident. Be sure your paraphrased introduction clearly reflects the visual data’s key features.