IELTS Writing Task 1

The maps below show the changes in a town after the construction of a hydroelectric power dam.

Answer:

The maps demonstrate how a town changed over a period of 20 years between 1990 and 2010.

Overall, the town witnessed a number of dramatic changes, the most noticeable of which are the formation of a lake and the construction of a hydroelectric dam, along with a disappearance of forest, ancient structure and rare plants and animals.

In 1990, there used to be woodland, ancient buildings as well as rare flora and fauna to the west of the river, but they were then substituted by a lake in 2010. Moreover, other changes include the establishment of a hydroelectric dam to the south of the lake.

In addition, villages were relocated to the south area, while the irrigated farmlands were removed, making room for the construction of a hotel 20 years later. It is also of note that power grids were installed on the left river bank, which facilitates the transmission of electricity in 2010.