Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-19

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 5.0)

The given two maps illustrate information about how to develop Beechwood farm now.

Looking form the overall perspective, it is readily apparent that the Beechwood farm will become more modern, the number of facility add such as solar panels and added camping field, parking facility and also some area are redevelop.

Looking at first, in the north side sheep place add new useful facility such as in the left corner now add few solar panels, however planting a trees and it was introduced the camping field for children and adults, moreover, build parking in the left of the corner and right corner. The farm shop add in fruit trees area in touch the road. The barn replaced by holiday cottages and barn move in the triangular road touch.

After that some area will be same in the past and now such as soft fruits, vegetables area and in the right side farmhouse and chickens place will be same after developments.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers the main features of the maps, such as the addition of solar panels, the camping field, and the relocation of the barn. However, the description is somewhat disjointed and lacks a clear, analytical overview. While you mention the farm becomes 'more modern,' the summary of changes is fragmented. Some details, such as the specific locations of the parking areas or the farm shop, are described in a way that is difficult to follow. To improve, ensure you group information logically (e.g., permanent features vs. new developments) and provide a more cohesive summary of the overall transformation of the site.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The essay is divided into paragraphs, which is a positive step. However, the logical progression between ideas is weak. The use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate, such as the phrase 'Looking at first' or 'After that some area will be same.' These transitions do not effectively guide the reader through the comparison. Additionally, the referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult to track the changes being described. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear focus would significantly enhance the flow of your writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and often repetitive. You rely on basic terms like 'add,' 'place,' and 'area' throughout the text. There are also several instances of awkward phrasing and incorrect word choices, such as 'in touch the road' or 'sheep place.' To reach a higher band, you should aim to use more precise vocabulary related to map descriptions, such as 'converted,' 'relocated,' 'situated,' or 'replaced.' Expanding your range of descriptive verbs and nouns will help you convey the changes more accurately and professionally.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'The farm shop add'), incorrect tense usage (e.g., 'the barn move'), and missing articles or prepositions. The sentence structures are predominantly simple, and attempts at more complex sentences often result in errors. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, particularly ensuring that verbs are correctly conjugated and that prepositions are used appropriately when describing locations on a map. Proofreading for basic errors like missing 's' on verbs would also be beneficial.

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