Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · 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 6.0)

The maps illustrate how the site of Beechwood farm has changes from 1950 to the present.

Overall, the farm underwent significant changes over the period. The large open area was redeveloped to accommodate solar panels, car parking and a camping site. While the main road and river remained unchanged.

In 1950, the site of Beechwood farm was largely agricultural. There were areas for fruit trees, soft fruits and vegetables. A large area was design for sheep. The site also contain a barn which was located next to the farmhouse and a road passed by the site alongside a river.

By the present day, the site has undergone major redevelopment. The sheep area was replaced with solar panels, a central camping field and two car parks. The tracks were replaced by roads and barn was relocated next to the road. In addition, holiday cottages were built near the road, replacing the barn. Meanwhile, the areas for fruit trees, soft fruits, vegetables, the farmhouse, chicken area, main road and river all remained unchanged.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have successfully identified the main features of the maps, such as the transition from agricultural land to recreational facilities. You provided a clear overview and made relevant comparisons between the two time periods. However, there are some inaccuracies in your reporting; for instance, you stated that the farmhouse remained unchanged, but the map shows it was converted into holiday cottages, and you mentioned the barn was relocated, whereas the map indicates it was replaced by cottages. To reach a higher band, ensure that your data extraction is precise and that you do not misinterpret visual information.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs that group information by theme. You use cohesive devices such as 'In addition', 'Meanwhile', and 'By the present day' to guide the reader. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the paragraphing could be improved by ensuring that the comparison of features is more fluid. The referencing is generally clear, though the minor inaccuracies in the content description occasionally disrupt the logical flow of the comparison.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe the changes, using terms like 'redeveloped', 'accommodate', and 'relocated'. There is an attempt to use less common vocabulary, which is appropriate for this task. However, there are some minor errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'changes' instead of 'changed' in the first sentence and 'design' instead of 'designed'. These errors do not impede communication, but they prevent the response from reaching a higher band. Focusing on accurate verb forms and precise terminology will improve your score.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While many sentences are clear, there are several grammatical slips, such as 'site of Beechwood farm has changes' (should be 'changed'), 'site also contain' (should be 'contained'), and 'barn was relocated' (missing an article). These errors occur frequently enough to be noticeable but do not cause significant confusion. To improve, pay closer attention to subject-verb agreement and the consistent use of articles, as well as ensuring tense consistency when describing past and present states.

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