The chart below shows the numbers of three types of visitors to a museum between 1997 and 2012
The bar graph illustrates the number of three types of visitors—[adult visitors], [visitors aged under 15], and [special exhibition visitors]—to a museum over a period of 15 years from 1977 to 2012.
Overall, adult visitors consistently represented the highest proportion compared to the other categories, while special exhibition visitors were noticeably lower. Visitors aged under 15 showed a declining trend over the period.
In 1997 and 2002, the number of adult visitors increased slightly by 2 percent. This figure rose significantly in 2007, doubling to 100 percent, before dropping by 12 percent in 2012. Conversely, special exhibition visitors remained unchanged in 1977 and 2002. However, their numbers rose by 8 percent in 2007 and further increased by 5 percent in 2012.
The visitors aged under 15 experienced a steady decline throughout the entire period. Their numbers started high in 1977 and dropped consistently, reflecting a decreasing interest among younger audiences.
The essay provides a general overview and follows a logical order, but there are inconsistencies in the data interpretation.
Suggestions
- Ensure data is accurately interpreted from the chart.
- Use linking words to improve the flow between sentences.
- Clarify the time period mentioned in the introduction.
The vocabulary is appropriate, but there is room for more varied expressions.
The grammar is generally accurate with a variety of sentence structures.
The essay addresses the task but misinterprets some data and trends.
Suggestions
- Ensure all data is accurately represented from the chart.
- Provide precise numbers instead of percentages where applicable.
- Clarify trends and comparisons based on the chart data.