Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 12 · 2026-08-22
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The chart below shows how frequently people in the USA ate in fast food restaurants between 2003 and 2013.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The chart below stipulate how frequently individuals in the USA ate in fast food restaurants between the year 2000 and 2013.
Looking from an overall perspective , it is clear that the y-axis shows the percentage of people who eat junk food in restaurants and the c-axis shows the time masses eat.
After analysing the year 2003 and 2006 people about 30% once a week and twice a month and less than 5% consume everyday. Adding to it people in year 2006 eat several time in a week and others never eat it in their whole life time.
Turning toward the year 2013, one third of the population go once a week or twice a month in addition masses only eat few times a year also.They don’t eat everyday that much.Some never even take a bite of junk food in their life and others eat in several times a week.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response attempts to summarise the data but fails to provide a clear or accurate overview. The description of the data is confusing, particularly the reference to the 'c-axis' and the vague interpretation of the categories. While the response identifies some trends, it lacks a clear comparison between the years 2003, 2006, and 2013. The information provided is often imprecise (e.g., 'people about 30%'), and the summary does not effectively highlight the main features or significant changes in the data. To improve, you must focus on accurately reporting the specific percentages and trends shown in the chart rather than using vague descriptions.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is divided into paragraphs, but the logical progression of ideas is weak. The transition between sentences is often abrupt, and the use of cohesive devices is limited and sometimes mechanical (e.g., 'Adding to it', 'Turning toward'). The referencing is occasionally unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the comparison of data across the different years. To improve, ensure that each paragraph has a clear focus and use a wider variety of linking words to connect your ideas more fluidly.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. There are several instances of inaccurate word choice, such as 'stipulate' (which is not appropriate for describing a chart) and 'masses' (which is too informal for an academic report). The phrase 'take a bite of junk food' is also too informal. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to convey the information with precision. You should aim to use more academic collocations and precise terminology related to data description, such as 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', or 'a significant proportion'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'people... eat several time'), missing articles, and incorrect preposition usage. The sentence structures are mostly simple, and attempts at more complex sentences are often faulty or awkward. For example, 'They don’t eat everyday that much' is grammatically incorrect and informal. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence structures, ensuring correct verb tenses, and proofreading for common errors like pluralization and article usage.
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