Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-12
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 5.5)
THE PRESENTED CHART DEPICTS THE COMPARISON OF THE DEVELOPMENT IN THE BEECHWOOD FARM FROM 1950 TO PRESENT TIME.
FIRSTLY, IN THE 1950, THE WAS A EMPTY GROUND OF SHEEP AREA BUT, NOWADAYS IT IS TURN INTO THE FEW DEVELOPMENT SUCH AS PARKING AREA BESIDE THE ROAD, THERE IS CAMPING FIELD MADE BEHIND THE PARKING SLOTS AND IN THE NORT-EAST CORNER INSTALLED SOLAR PANELS PART FOR GENERATE ENERGY FOR BEEVHWOOD FARM. SECOND MAJOR CHAGES ARE IN THE EAST-SOUTH PART. THERE WERE BARN, FARMHOUSE AND CHICKENS AREA IN 1950 BUT, TODAY THE BARN AREA CONVERTED INTO THE HOLIDAY COTTAGES WITH PARKING AMINITIES BESIDES THE ROAD. HOWEVER, THE FARMHOUSE AND CHICKENS AREA IS THE AS IT IS BUT BARN MOVE TO THE SOUTH DIRECTION WHICH IS TWO SIDE OF CONNECTED THROUGH THE ROAD.
MOREOVER, THE SOFT FRUIT AND VEGETABLES AREA IS THE SAME. AFTERWARDS, BESIDE THE SOFT FRUITS THERE WAS ONE FRUIT TREES GARDEN IN 1950. NOWADAYS, THERE IS ONE FARM SHOP LOCATED NEAR THE FARM AND MAIN ROAD. MOREOVER, THE WHOLE FAREM AREA TRACK CONVERTED INTO THE ROAD.
OVERALL, IT CAN BE CLEARLY SEEN THAT, THERE ARE SOME MAJOR CHANGES NOTED IN THE BEECHWOOD FARM SUCH AS PARKINGS, CAMPING SITE, SOLAR SYSTEM, WHILE TRACK IS ALSO CONVERTED AND FRUIT TREES AREA WITH BARN AREA IS ALSO ADDED NEW EMINITIES.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main features of the maps, including the addition of solar panels, a camping site, and the conversion of the barn into cottages. However, the description is occasionally inaccurate, such as stating the farmhouse and chicken area remain 'as it is' when the map shows changes, and the description of the barn's relocation is confusing. While the overview identifies key changes, the lack of clarity in reporting specific spatial relationships limits the score. To improve, ensure that comparisons are precise and that all changes are accurately reflected based on the visual evidence provided.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or misused (e.g., 'Afterwards' and 'Moreover' used in contexts where they do not logically connect the ideas). Referencing is sometimes unclear, particularly when describing the movement of the barn. The progression of ideas is present but occasionally hindered by awkward phrasing and repetitive sentence structures. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that pronouns clearly refer to the correct map features would enhance the flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, relying on basic terms like 'area', 'part', and 'made'. There are several spelling errors (e.g., 'NORT-EAST', 'CHAGES', 'AMINITIES', 'FAREM') and word choice issues, such as 'empty ground of sheep area' and 'installed solar panels part'. While the meaning is generally conveyed, the lack of precision and the frequent spelling mistakes prevent a higher score. To improve, focus on using more descriptive vocabulary related to map changes, such as 'transformed', 'replaced', 'expanded', or 'redeveloped', and proofread carefully for spelling.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, including missing articles ('the was a empty ground'), incorrect verb forms ('it is turn into'), and subject-verb agreement issues ('barn move to the south'). Sentence structures are mostly simple, and attempts at complex sentences are often marred by errors that occasionally impede the reader's understanding. Punctuation is also inconsistent. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, specifically the use of articles, verb tenses for describing past and present states, and ensuring that complex sentences are grammatically sound.
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