Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 16 · 2026-08-26

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)

SOUTHWEST AIRPORT

This airport has two version the current version has less facilities for passengers and staff of the airport while the version we will get after the development is more advanced and has more facilities for the passengers and crew of the upcoming planes as well for the staff of the airport.

In the current version there is a check-in point and a cafe in departure section while no prominent facilities for the arrivals. On other hand the developed airport has more in the for both arrivals and departures section. In the developed airport departures has bag drop facility in addition to check-in and a cafe. And in the arrivals there new brand cafe, ATM and car hire facilities. In the current no train facility is provided but in the developed version there is train facility as well in addition to all the other facilities mentioned above. So in summary the developed version is more convenient for the passengers.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response provides a basic overview of the changes, but it lacks the analytical depth required for a higher band. While you identify the main additions, such as the bag drop, ATM, and train station, the description is somewhat repetitive and lacks precise detail regarding the spatial layout or the scale of the changes. The summary is functional but does not highlight the most significant transformations effectively. To improve, ensure you group information logically—perhaps by comparing the 'before' and 'after' states more systematically—and include more specific details from the visual data to support your points.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organised into two paragraphs, which is a logical approach. However, the use of cohesive devices is quite limited and mechanical. Phrases like 'In the current version' and 'In the developed airport' are repeated frequently, which makes the flow feel somewhat stilted. There is a lack of variety in linking words, and the transition between ideas could be smoother. To improve, try using a wider range of cohesive devices such as 'consequently', 'furthermore', or 'in contrast' to connect your sentences and ideas more naturally.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task but remains quite basic and repetitive. You rely heavily on simple terms like 'facilities', 'version', and 'more'. There are also some awkward phrasings, such as 'new brand cafe' (should be 'brand-new') and 'upcoming planes'. To achieve a higher score, you should aim to use more precise vocabulary related to maps and development, such as 'expanded', 'integrated', 'modernised', or 'relocated'. Expanding your range of descriptive adjectives and nouns will help you convey the information with greater precision.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the flow. Examples include 'This airport has two version' (should be 'versions'), 'no prominent facilities for the arrivals' (missing 'the'), and 'in the current no train facility is provided' (missing the subject). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with comma usage. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and ensure that your sentences are complete. Practising the use of complex sentences with correct relative clauses or passive voice would also be beneficial.

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