Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-18

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 7.0)

The pie chart and column chart provide data on the location and kinds of dance lessons the youth in a town in Australia is currently attending.

Overall, a majority of dance lessons are given in private studios, whilst the proportion is lowest for college-based studios. While ballet is most popular among children under the age of 11, modern dance is more appealing to youngsters aged 11 to 16.

Firstly, private studios make up for 48% of the dance locations, whilst after-school choreography lessons in the school halls account for half this proportion. Community halls and other locations, and college-based studios add up to 18% and 10% respectively.

Furthermore, 600 students under 11 have opted for ballet while this number is half for students between the ages 11 and 16. Tap dance is equally popular among both the age groups with the number being somewhat over 400 for both. On the contrary, modern dance is only learnt by 300 students below the age of 11, though count for pupils aged 11 to 16 exceeds 500.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

The response effectively addresses the task by summarizing the main features of both charts. You have successfully identified the key trends, such as the popularity of private studios and the age-related preferences for ballet and modern dance. The data is accurately reported, and comparisons are made between the two age groups. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are integrated more fluidly; for instance, the description of the school halls could be more precisely linked to the overall trend. The overview is clear and provides a good summary of the main features, which is essential for a high score.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs that separate the two charts. Cohesive devices such as 'whilst', 'furthermore', and 'on the contrary' are used effectively to guide the reader through the information. Paragraphing is used appropriately to group related ideas. The progression of information is smooth, and each paragraph has a clear focus. The use of referencing is generally accurate, ensuring that the reader can easily follow the comparisons being made between the different locations and dance types.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision. Phrases like 'account for', 'opted for', and 'equally popular' are used well. There are some minor stylistic choices that could be improved for a more academic tone, such as 'make up for' (which is slightly informal in this context) and 'count for pupils' (which is slightly awkward). However, the vocabulary is generally appropriate for the task and allows for clear communication of the data presented in the charts.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

The response displays a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free, and the control of grammar is generally strong. There are a few minor issues, such as 'the youth... is currently attending' (should be 'are') and 'though count for pupils' (which lacks a determiner or subject). Despite these occasional slips, the grammatical accuracy is high, and the errors do not impede communication. The use of punctuation is generally correct, and the sentence variety helps maintain the reader's interest throughout the report.

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