Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-14

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 map illustrates the view of a Beechwood Farm in 1950, and the present structure of a farm.

Overall, it's clear that the Beechwood Farm had significant development by adding, Solar panels, Parking, Farm shop, Camping Field, and Holiday cottages. However, the Sheep area was abolished, and Track were replaced to a Road.

On north east of a map, Sheep area was converted into three different area. Solar panels were added at the right side just below the panels Parking area was constructed. On main site of a sheep area, Camping field was constructed, and to the left, parking area was there.

On southern region of a map, Barn was replaced and attached to the Road. Track were changed into a Road. In addition, new area added known as Farm shop at top of Fruit trees. Furthermore,

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While you have identified the main features of the farm's transformation, the analysis is incomplete. The description of the changes is somewhat mechanical and lacks a clear, comprehensive overview of the spatial shifts. Furthermore, the response ends abruptly with an unfinished sentence, indicating that the task was not fully completed. To improve, ensure you provide a more detailed comparison of the layout changes and ensure the response meets the length requirement to allow for full development of the key features.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the progression of ideas is somewhat disjointed. The use of cohesive devices is limited and occasionally repetitive (e.g., 'On north east of a map', 'On southern region of a map'). The referencing is sometimes unclear, such as the vague mention of 'right side' or 'main site' without clear spatial context. Additionally, the abrupt ending of the text disrupts the overall flow and coherence of the response. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring each paragraph has a clear, logical focus would enhance the score.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary used is generally functional but lacks the precision and range required for a higher band. You rely on basic verbs like 'added', 'replaced', and 'changed'. There are also issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'present structure of a farm' instead of 'current layout' and 'abolished' to describe the removal of a sheep area, which is not the most natural choice in this context. To improve, try to incorporate more specific vocabulary related to map descriptions, such as 'transformed', 'converted', 'demolished', or 'relocated', and ensure accurate usage of prepositions.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Examples include 'Track were replaced to a Road' (subject-verb agreement and preposition error) and 'On north east of a map' (missing articles). There are also issues with punctuation and sentence fragments, such as the unfinished sentence at the end. While the meaning is generally understandable, the frequency of these errors limits the score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement, correct article usage, and ensuring all sentences are complete will help improve your accuracy.

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