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IGCSE Report Writing Guide

The IGCSE Report Writing Guide outlines the purpose, structure, and essential elements of writing a formal report, emphasizing the importance of clarity and organization. It provides tips for gaining higher marks, including the use of formal language and specific vocabulary, as well as common mistakes to avoid. Additionally, the guide includes sample phrases and idioms to enhance report writing.

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IGCSE Report Writing Guide

The IGCSE Report Writing Guide outlines the purpose, structure, and essential elements of writing a formal report, emphasizing the importance of clarity and organization. It provides tips for gaining higher marks, including the use of formal language and specific vocabulary, as well as common mistakes to avoid. Additionally, the guide includes sample phrases and idioms to enhance report writing.

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IGCSE Report Writing Guide

1. PURPOSE OF A REPORT

A report is a formal piece of writing that presents information, analysis, and recommendations. It is often

based on facts, surveys, or research.

2. STRUCTURE OF AN IGCSE REPORT

Title: Short and clear - usually provided in the task.

Introduction: State the purpose and mention how the information was collected.

Body (Use Subheadings): Divide into sections: Current Situation, Strengths, Weaknesses, Suggestions.

Conclusion: Summarize findings and give logical, practical suggestions.

3. TIPS TO GAIN MORE MARKS

- Follow the task exactly.

- Use clear headings and logical order.

- Use formal tone and connectives.

- Check grammar, spelling, punctuation.

- Use topic-specific vocabulary.

- Stay objective.

4. FORMAL PHRASES & TRANSITIONS

Introducing: The aim of this report is to..., This report outlines...

Linking Ideas: Furthermore, However, Consequently...

Recommendations: It is recommended that..., I suggest that...

5. IDIOMS FOR REPORTS


IGCSE Report Writing Guide

"A step in the right direction", "At a crossroads", "The tip of the iceberg", "Shed light on", "In the long run", "A

means to an end"

6. VOCABULARY TO BOOST YOUR GRADE

Formal Verbs: suggest, recommend, indicate

Passive Voice: It is believed that..., It has been observed...

Academic Adjectives: significant, effective

Quantifiers: a large number of, the majority of

7. SAMPLE REPORT

Report on Student Canteen Services

Introduction: This report evaluates canteen services based on a survey.

Food Quality: 75% find food acceptable, concerns on variety.

Service Speed: Long waiting times.

Suggestions: Pre-order system, more staff, healthier options.

Conclusion: Improvements needed for satisfaction.

8. COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID

Avoid informal language, strong personal opinion, poor structure, ignoring bullet points, and grammar

mistakes.

9. EXTRA TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Stick to the question, use impersonal tone, edit your work, manage time wisely.
IGCSE Report Writing Guide

READY-TO-USE REPORT PHRASES

Introduction: The objective of this report is to examine...

Body: It was found that..., A majority of respondents...

Conclusion: Overall, the results suggest that...

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