Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-09-22

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 6.5)

The line graph illustrates changes in the number of participants across five different activities at a social centre in Melbourne, Australia, including the film club, martial arts, amateur dramatics, table tennis, and musical performance, 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 fluctuated. The film club recorded the highest figure over the period, whereas amateur dramatics had the lowest figure. However, amateur dramatics decreased by the end of the period.

Looking at the details, the film club remained relatively stable at the beginning and end of the period. Moreover, table tennis stood at approximately 17 participants in 2000 and increased gradually to roughly 20 participants in 2010, and then increased continuously to nearly 53 participants by the end of the period.

In 2000, amateur dramatics started at around 26 participants, after which it fell dramatically to a level in the region of 5 participants in 2020. Furthermore, martial arts remained relatively stable at the beginning and end of the period. Meanwhile, musical performances started at 1 participant in 2000. Thereafter, it increased steadily to roughly 18 participants by the end of the period.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The student successfully covers all parts of the task by reporting the main features, trends, and making relevant comparisons across all five activities. An overview is provided, noting the varying trends and highlighting the film club and amateur dramatics at opposite ends of the scale. Key data points are generally accurate, such as noting that table tennis rose from around 16-17 participants to roughly 54 by the end, and amateur dramatics fell significantly. However, there is a minor factual slip regarding musical performances, stating that it started at '1 participant in 2000' when the graph clearly shows it at zero until 2010. Despite this minor slip, the response presents a clear and well-developed overview of the data, satisfying the criteria for a band 7.0.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response exhibits a clear logical organisation and progression throughout. Information is divided into logical paragraphs, starting with an introduction and a clear overall summary, followed by body paragraphs grouping the activities sensibly. Cohesive devices are used effectively to guide the reader, such as 'Overall, it is evident', 'Moreover', and 'Meanwhile'. Referencing is generally clear and appropriate, though the transition between paragraphs could sometimes be smoother. Paragraphing is used sufficiently and appropriately, contributing to an overall coherent structure that meets the requirements for a band 7.0.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The student demonstrates a sufficient range of vocabulary for the task, allowing for some flexibility and precision with phrases like 'recorded the highest figure', 'remained relatively stable', and 'fell dramatically'. Less common vocabulary items are attempted, such as 'fluctuated' and 'gradually'. There are occasional slight inaccuracies or awkward phrasings, such as 'fell dramatically to a level in the region of 5 participants', but these do not impede communication. The lexical range is adequate to convey precise meanings regarding trends and comparisons, placing it firmly at a band 6.5 to 7.0.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

A good variety of complex sentence structures is used throughout the response, such as subordinate clauses ('while others declined or fluctuated') and participial phrases ('after which it fell dramatically'). There are frequent error-free sentences, demonstrating good control of grammar and past-tense punctuation. Grammatical control is generally strong, with only minor awkwardness, ensuring that communication is never hindered. The command over complex structures and overall accuracy aligns well with the descriptors for band 7.0.

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