Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-22
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The plans below show a harbour in 2000 and how it looks today.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The two maps illustrate that the plans below a harbour in 2000 and how it looks today.
In 2000 porth harbour and today porth there are vast differences .In 2000 porth harbour is less developed but in todays views porth harbour is modernized and developed.
Looking more details in map , it is clear that it shows us various changes in 2000 harbour and today harbour.In both harbour there is a road in west side and both in north and south side there is car parking area. In both harbour there is a facility of showers and toilets near car parking area.In 2000 harbour marina (private yatchs) in north side but in today harbour fishing boats are placed in north side which is totally opposite .Near second parking area in 2000 south side fishing boats is kept but in today south side car parking area marina is attached.
In 2000 and today harbour dock is made for passengengers ferrries.In both harbouron east side there is a public beach.In both harbour near road life boat is made for passengers and in todays harbour due to its modernization cafes and shops are also builted. in 200 harbopurs mid south east castel is builted and today h
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response attempts to describe the changes between the two maps, but it struggles to present a clear overview. While it identifies some features, the description is often repetitive and lacks a logical structure. The summary of changes is fragmented, and the report is incomplete, ending abruptly mid-sentence. The comparison between the two time periods is present but lacks the precision required for a higher band, as the information is often presented in a confusing manner. To improve, focus on grouping features logically (e.g., infrastructure, leisure facilities) and ensure a clear, concise overview is provided at the beginning.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay lacks a clear paragraph structure, which makes it difficult to follow. The sentences are often disjointed, and the use of cohesive devices is mechanical and sometimes inaccurate (e.g., 'Looking more details in map'). There is no clear progression of ideas; the information jumps between different parts of the harbour without a logical flow. Referencing is often unclear, making it difficult for the reader to distinguish between the 2000 and current layouts. Improving the use of linking words and organizing the response into distinct paragraphs based on themes would significantly enhance the coherence.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive, relying heavily on basic terms like 'harbour', 'today', and 'built'. There are several instances of awkward phrasing and incorrect word choices, such as 'todays views' and 'yatchs' (spelling error). The response lacks the range of vocabulary needed to describe geographical changes or spatial relationships effectively. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise terminology related to maps and urban development, such as 'transformed', 'relocated', 'expanded', or 'replaced', and ensure accurate spelling of key terms.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, including issues with subject-verb agreement ('In 2000 porth harbour is'), article usage, and sentence structure. Many sentences are simple or poorly constructed, and there is a lack of complex structures. Punctuation is inconsistent, with missing spaces after periods and commas. The abrupt ending of the text also indicates a lack of control over sentence completion. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring correct verb tenses when comparing past and present, and proofreading for punctuation and capitalization errors.
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