Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-08

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The plans below show the site of a farm in 1950 and the same site today.

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



 

Student answer (Band 6.0)

The image illustrates the differences between the farm site from 1950 to today.

The first image shows the farm site of Beechwood in 1950. There was a huge sheep farm on the north-east corner. There was also a road that passed over the river. There were also a chicken area and barn. In contrast, there was farming of fruits and vegetables along with the track. The fruits and vegetables are categorised in three parts, for fruit trees, soft fruits, and vegetables. However, in the southwest corner there was a farmhouse for

The second image shows the current farm site. In the north-east corner, there is a solar plant. Additionally, there are two parking area, one is on the entrance, and another one is on the opposite side of the farm shop. Along with the solar plant, there are tents on the camping field, where residents can come and enjoy their valuable time. However, on the main entrance, there is a holiday cottage behind the farmhouse for tourists.

Overall, the farm has gone under numerous changes from 1950.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers the main features of the two maps, identifying key changes such as the transition from agricultural land to tourism-focused facilities. However, the description is somewhat fragmented and lacks a clear overview of the most significant trends, such as the complete removal of the fruit/vegetable farming areas. The report is also incomplete, as the sentence regarding the farmhouse in the first paragraph is cut off mid-thought. While the main features are selected, the comparison between the two time periods could be more integrated to better highlight the transformation of the site.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The essay is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the progression from 1950 to the present. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive (e.g., 'There was', 'There were', 'In contrast'). The flow between sentences is occasionally disjointed, and the abrupt ending of the first paragraph significantly disrupts the logical progression of the text. To improve, you should use a wider variety of linking words and ensure that your ideas are fully developed within each paragraph to maintain a smoother narrative flow.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing for a basic description of the farm's features. You use some topic-specific terms like 'solar plant', 'camping field', and 'holiday cottage'. However, the range is limited, and there is a reliance on simple sentence structures and repetitive phrasing. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise descriptive language to convey the scale and nature of the changes, such as 'replaced by', 'converted into', or 'underwent a significant transformation', rather than relying on 'there was' or 'there is'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response uses a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical errors, such as 'two parking area' (should be plural 'areas') and 'the farm has gone under numerous changes' (should be 'undergone'). The incomplete sentence at the end of the first paragraph is a major issue that impacts the overall grammatical control. While the meaning is generally clear, the frequency of errors and the lack of structural variety prevent a higher score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and completing all sentences is essential.

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