Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 16 · 2026-08-03

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The plans below show the site of an airport now and how it will look after redevelopment next year.

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

SOUTHWEST AIRPORT

Student answer (Band 5.0)

The infrastructure depict that the how site of an airport now and how it will look in future after redevelopment next year

Overall, it is evident that the there are a less facilities now in a airport but after redevelopment next year there are a many facilities added and change the infrastructure of the airport

On the one hand, after analysing the infrastructure of the now airport it is clear that the there are a eight gates for the entry in the airport. There are a one security passport control on the left side. In that area there are a one cafe in the corner and a one check-in area. In front of them there are a departure gate.

On the other hand, there are a 18 gates for the entrance in airport and the infrastructure are increased. Security passport control and passport control customs area are same but there are some additions of such things like shops are added bag drops area , ATM,sky train, car hire and etc.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers the main features of the airport plans, such as the increase in gates and the addition of new facilities. However, the description is somewhat superficial. The overview is present but lacks clarity due to grammatical errors. While the main differences are identified, the comparison between the two plans could be more precise; for example, the specific locations of the new facilities are not clearly described. To improve, ensure that you provide a more detailed summary of the spatial changes and use more accurate terminology to describe the layout shifts.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive (e.g., 'On the one hand', 'On the other hand'). There are also issues with referencing; for instance, the phrase 'in that area' is vague because the antecedent is not clearly established. The flow between sentences is occasionally disjointed, making the progression of ideas feel slightly forced. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring clear references to specific parts of the map would enhance the overall coherence.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks the precision required for a higher band. There is significant repetition of basic words like 'infrastructure' and 'area'. Some word choices are unnatural, such as 'the now airport' instead of 'the current airport' or 'the existing airport'. Additionally, the use of 'etc.' is inappropriate for an academic report. To achieve a higher score, focus on using more precise terminology related to maps and diagrams, such as 'layout', 'terminal', 'expansion', and 'relocated', while avoiding informal abbreviations.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There is a persistent misuse of articles, such as 'the there are a eight gates' and 'a one security passport control'. Subject-verb agreement is also problematic, as seen in 'the infrastructure are increased'. The sentence structures are mostly simple, and attempts at more complex sentences are often marred by errors. To improve, focus on mastering basic article usage, subject-verb agreement, and reducing the reliance on repetitive sentence patterns. Proofreading for these fundamental errors is essential.

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