Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-12

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The charts below give information on the location and types of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Student answer (Band 6.5)

The pie chart and bar chart illustrate data on the attendance of youth in various types of dance classes and location of these classes in an Australian town.

Overall, it is evident that, private studios is by far the most popular venue to take take dance lessons. Regarding dance styles ballet is the dominant choice among the children below 11 years of age, whereas old teenagers shows clear preference for modern dance styles.

To begin with, private studios account for nearly half of all location's at 48%, while the school halls which are performed after the school hours stood for 24%,which is exactly double the proportion of college-based studios 10%. Community halls and other venues make up the remaining 18% of the total.

In terms of specific disciplines, a stark contrast exists between the age groups. Ballet is overwhelmingly favoured by the children under the age of 11, with participation numbers more than doubling those of 11-16. Conversely, contemporary dance is highly popular among the 11–16 age bracket but sees minimal enrolment from the under-11 group. Jazz dance maintains a more balanced distribution, though it still attracts a larger number of older students compared to younger ones. Tap dance shows the lowest overall participation, with relatively equal, modest numbers across both age demographics.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

You have successfully identified and reported the main features of the data, providing a clear overview and supporting details. You effectively compared the age groups and the popularity of different venues. The information is accurate and well-selected. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are clearly linked to the specific charts provided. For instance, while you mention '10%' for college-based studios, ensure the distinction between the two charts remains clear throughout. Overall, you have covered all parts of the task well, providing a logical summary that highlights the key trends without unnecessary detail.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The response is logically organized with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. You use cohesive devices such as 'To begin with,' 'Conversely,' and 'In terms of' to guide the reader through the information. Paragraphing is used effectively to separate the two distinct datasets (locations and dance styles). The progression of ideas is smooth and easy to follow. To improve, ensure that punctuation around cohesive devices is precise, as there are minor issues with comma placement (e.g., '24%,which'). Overall, the structure is coherent and the flow of information is well-managed.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision, using terms like 'dominant choice,' 'stark contrast,' and 'balanced distribution.' There are some minor errors in word choice and phrasing, such as 'location's' (should be 'locations') and 'take take' (repetition). While you use some less common items effectively, avoiding these small slips and refining your collocations would help you reach a higher band. The vocabulary is generally appropriate for an academic report and allows for clear communication of the data trends.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is appropriate for this task. There are some grammatical inaccuracies, such as 'old teenagers shows' (subject-verb agreement error: 'teenagers show') and 'location's' (incorrect apostrophe usage). Additionally, there are minor punctuation errors, such as missing spaces after commas. Despite these errors, the meaning remains clear throughout the text. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and proofreading for minor mechanical errors. The majority of your sentences are clear and demonstrate a good level of control over complex structures.

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