Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-09-20
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 7.0)
The line graph illustrates changes in the number of participants across different activities at a social centre in Melbourne, Australia, including film club, martial arts, amateur dramatics, table tennis, and musical performances, over the period from 2000 to 2020.
Overall, it is evident that the figures followed varying trends over the given period, with some activities increasing, while others declined or remained stable. The film club recorded the highest figure, whereas amateur dramatics had the lowest figure. However, amateur dramatics fell dramatically, while table tennis increased significantly over the period.
Looking at the details, the number of participants in the film club remained relatively stable at the beginning and end of the period. Moreover, amateur dramatics stood at approximately 28 participants in 2000 and then fell dramatically to roughly 5 participants in 2020. Furthermore, musical performances started at 0 participants in 2005 and increased continuously to approximately 19 participants by the end of the period.
The number of participants in martial arts remained relatively stable at the beginning and end of the period. Moreover, table tennis stood at roughly 18 participants in 2000 and increased continuously to approximately 20 participants in 2010 and then rose sharply to nearly 55 participants in 2020.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The response covers all parts of the task well, providing a clear overview and highlighting key trends and comparisons across the various activities. The student successfully identifies the film club as the highest and amateur dramatics as the lowest, while noting the dramatic decline in dramatics and the significant rise in table tennis. The data cited are accurate and reflect the visual information faithfully. The overview effectively captures the main patterns without getting bogged down in unnecessary figures. Ideas are well developed and supported by appropriate details from the graph, meeting the requirements of a Band 7.5 or 8.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5
The response is logically organised and easy to follow. It begins with an introduction, moves to a clear overall summary, and then divides the details into coherent body paragraphs. Cohesive devices such as 'Overall', 'Moreover', and 'Furthermore' are used effectively to guide the reader through the data, although some transitions feel slightly mechanical at times. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate different groups of activities. The logical progression is maintained throughout, fitting the Band 7 descriptor well.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
The student demonstrates a sufficient and generally appropriate range of vocabulary for the task. Phrases such as 'fell dramatically', 'increased continuously', and 'rose sharply' show a good ability to describe trends with precision. Less common lexical items like 'participants' and 'activities' are used accurately. While the vocabulary is adequate and allows for some flexibility, it occasionally relies on standard reporting phrases rather than highly sophisticated collocations. Overall, the lexical range supports clear communication with only occasional limitations, aligning with a Band 7 score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
The student employs a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures, such as 'The line graph illustrates changes...' and '...whereas amateur dramatics had the lowest figure.' There is a high proportion of error-free sentences, and grammatical control is generally strong. Punctuation is accurate, and verb tenses are handled correctly throughout the historical period described. The control over grammar matches the requirements for Band 7, as complex structures are attempted and managed successfully with only rare minor slips.
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