Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Recent IELTS Exams (Canada & India) · 2026-08-16

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The pie charts below show how working adults in a particular country spent their time in 1958 and 2008.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

* Note: these aren’t the original diagrams given in the test, they were recreated for the purpose of demonstration.

Student answer (Band 7.5)

The pie charts draw a conclusion on percentages of the day spent by working adults on various activities in 1958 and 2008.

Overall, working accounted for the largest share of an adult's day in both years, experiencing a considerable increase over the 50-year period. In contrast, the time dedicated to sleeping and socializing declined significantly, while domestic relaxation and commuting became more prominent parts of the daily routine.

In 1958, working and sleeping were the two dominant activities, taking up 32% and 33% of the day. Going out with family or friends was the next common pursuit at 19%. Meanwhile, adults allocated 8% of their time to relaxing at home, 6% to playing sports or other hobbies, and a mere 2% to traveling to work

In 2008, the proportion of time spent working grew substantially to 42%, solidifying its position as the primary daily activity. Conversely, sleeping time dropped to a quarter of the day (25%). Socializing outside the home experienced the most dramatic decline, falling by more than two-thirds to just 6%. On the other hand, time spent relaxing at home rose to 13%, and the figure for traveling to work quadrupled to 8%. The share for sports and other interests remained largely unchanged, showing a minor adjustment to 8%

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5

The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have provided a clear overview that highlights the most significant trends, such as the increase in working hours and the decline in sleep and social time. The body paragraphs are well-structured, selecting and reporting key features accurately. You have made relevant comparisons between the two years, such as noting that the time spent traveling to work quadrupled. The data is presented clearly, and the summary is logically organized, meeting the requirements for a high-band response by focusing on the main features rather than listing every single data point.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a distinct focus, moving from an introduction and overview to detailed comparisons. You have used a variety of cohesive devices effectively, such as 'In contrast', 'Meanwhile', 'Conversely', and 'On the other hand', which help the reader follow the comparison between 1958 and 2008. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the information flows smoothly throughout the text. There is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive linking, and the referencing is clear throughout.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.5

You have demonstrated a good range of vocabulary appropriate for an IELTS Task 1 report. Phrases such as 'accounted for the largest share', 'solidifying its position', and 'dramatic decline' show a sophisticated control of language. You have used less common items effectively, such as 'prominent parts' and 'minor adjustment'. The word choice is precise and contributes to the clarity of the report. There are no significant errors in collocation or spelling, and the vocabulary is well-suited to the academic nature of the task.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5

The response displays a wide range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and accurate use of comparative forms. The majority of your sentences are error-free, and the punctuation is used correctly to support the flow of information. You have successfully integrated data into your sentences without making them overly repetitive or clunky. There are no noticeable grammatical errors that impede communication, and your control over tense and subject-verb agreement is consistent throughout the piece.

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