Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-24
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The graph below gives information on the numbers of participants for different activities at one social centre in Melbourne, Australia for the period 2000 to 2020.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 7.5)
The line graph illustrates the number of individuals who engaged in various activities at a social centre in Melbourne, Australia between 2000 and 2020.
Overall, the film club had the greatest number of participants across the years. Participants engaging in table tennis had a constant start before dramatically rising whereas those participating in amateur dramatics started with a steady surge before rapidly declining. Furthermore, martial arts participants levelled off over the years.
It is evident that the film club had the highest number of participants in 2000. The numbers remained stable over the next two decades, reaching a peak of approximately 67 participants in 2020. Moreover, martial arts participants fluctuated between approximately 30 and 40 participants from 2000 to 2020.
In addition, amateur dramatics participants slightly increased from 2000 to 2005 before decreasing from about 30 participants to approximately 5 participants in the subsequent 15 years. In contrast, individuals who engaged in table tennis remained constant in the first 10 years before registering a rapid increase from approximately 20 participants to approximately 55 participants in the subsequent decade. Despite beginning in 2005 with no participants, those engaged in musical performances had a considerable surge between 2005 and 2020, ending with approximately 15 participants.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
The response effectively covers all requirements of the task. You have successfully identified the main trends and provided relevant comparisons between the different activities. The overview is clear and highlights the key features, such as the film club's dominance and the contrasting trends of table tennis and amateur dramatics. Data points are used accurately to support your descriptions, and the inclusion of all categories (film club, table tennis, amateur dramatics, martial arts, and musical performances) ensures a comprehensive summary. The information is well-selected and logically presented, meeting the criteria for a high band score.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The essay is logically organized with a clear introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs that group the data effectively. You have used a range of cohesive devices such as 'Furthermore', 'Moreover', 'In addition', and 'In contrast' to link ideas smoothly. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the general trends from the specific data points. The progression of ideas is logical, moving from the most prominent feature to the more specific details. The use of referencing is clear, and the overall structure allows the reader to follow the information without difficulty.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for describing trends, such as 'dramatically rising', 'steady surge', 'levelled off', and 'fluctuated'. The language is precise and conveys the information clearly. While the vocabulary is functional and accurate, there is room for more sophisticated or less common collocations to reach the highest band. However, the current range is sufficient to describe the graph with flexibility and precision. There are no significant errors in word choice or spelling that impede communication.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
The response displays a good variety of complex sentence structures, such as the use of 'whereas' and 'despite' clauses. The majority of your sentences are error-free, and your control over grammar and punctuation is strong. There are no major grammatical errors that hinder understanding. You have successfully used a mix of simple and complex forms to convey the data effectively. The accuracy is high, and the few minor slips do not detract from the overall quality of the writing.
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