Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-29
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 provides information about the location of dance classes, while the bar chart illustrates the types of dance classes young people in a town in Australia are currently attending.
Overall, private studios are the most popular location for dance classes, whereas the college-based studios are the least popular. In addition, the preference as to the type of dance class varies depending on age.
Regarding location of dance classes, private studios have the largest proportion at 48%. Both school halls (after-school) and community halls & other are less popular with only 24% and 18%, respectively. College-based studios have the fewest attendees at only 10%.
Looking at the type of dance classes, ballet is the most popular type among children aged under 11 with 600 attendees. It is followed by tap with 450 students. Modern dance is the least popular with only 300 attendees. For young people aged 11-16, the pattern is reversed, with modern dance being the most popular with approximately 520 attendees, followed by tap with a little over 400 students. The least popular type of dance for this age group is ballet which only has 300 attendees.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have provided a clear overview of the main trends in both charts and selected relevant data points to support your descriptions. The comparison between the two age groups in the bar chart is well-handled, highlighting the reversal in popularity for dance types. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are fully integrated into the narrative rather than just listing them. For example, when discussing the location of dance classes, you could more explicitly contrast the dominance of private studios against the minor role of college-based studios to provide a more analytical summary.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The essay is logically organized with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs that separate the two charts. The progression of ideas is smooth, and you use cohesive devices such as 'whereas', 'in addition', and 'regarding' effectively to link sentences and paragraphs. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the information flows well from one point to the next. To improve further, you could use a wider variety of cohesive devices to connect the two body paragraphs more fluidly, perhaps by using a transitional phrase that links the location data to the age-related preferences.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision. Phrases like 'largest proportion', 'pattern is reversed', and 'illustrates' are used appropriately. There is a good attempt to use topic-specific vocabulary related to data reporting. To move into the higher bands, try to incorporate more sophisticated collocations or less common lexical items. For instance, instead of 'most popular', you could use 'predominant' or 'favoured', and instead of 'fewest attendees', you might use 'the lowest participation rate'. The current vocabulary is accurate and fits the context well.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
The response displays a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Your control over grammar is generally strong, with very few errors. You successfully use comparative structures and accurate prepositional phrases. The punctuation is also handled correctly throughout the text. To achieve a higher score, you could incorporate a wider variety of complex grammatical structures, such as passive voice constructions or participle clauses (e.g., 'With private studios accounting for 48%, they remain the most popular choice'). Overall, the writing is clear, accurate, and easy to follow.
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