Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-21

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 two diagrams above shows us a farm in 1950, and the same farm today.

The farm area was made smaller, as well as the barn which was completely relocated. The track was turned into a road and the sheep area was totally removed by adding different structures to it.

In the diagram from 1950, we can see that as you enter the track road, there was a fruit trees section exactly to your left. In the current map this fruit trees section still exists, though it was made significantly smaller by building a farm shop there. We can also see that the bigger barn from the 1950 map was converted into holiday cottages, while the barn itself was relocated to a new area near the farmhouse.

We can also observe that the track was modernized and converted into an actual road, while the sheep area has been totally removed across the years, as now it contains a camping field, some solar panels as well as a couple of parking areas. These various advancements reflect the technological and commerical growth.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have successfully identified the main features of the farm's transformation, such as the conversion of the barn, the modernization of the track, and the addition of new facilities like the camping field and solar panels. You provided a clear overview and made relevant comparisons between 1950 and the present day. To reach a higher band, ensure you include a more distinct 'overview' paragraph that summarizes the most significant changes, such as the shift from purely agricultural use to a more diversified, commercialized site. While your points are relevant, a more structured approach to grouping these changes (e.g., structural changes vs. land use changes) would enhance the clarity of your report.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response is logically organized, with a clear progression from the general layout to specific details. You use some cohesive devices effectively, such as 'In the diagram from 1950' and 'In the current map'. However, the paragraphing is slightly unbalanced; the second paragraph is quite long and contains several distinct ideas that could be better separated. Additionally, some transitions between sentences feel a bit mechanical. Using a wider variety of linking words (e.g., 'consequently', 'furthermore', 'in contrast') would help the flow of the text feel more natural and sophisticated.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for this task, using terms like 'modernized', 'relocated', and 'diversified' (implied). There are some minor issues with word choice, such as 'track road' (redundant) and 'commerical' (spelling error). To improve, try to incorporate more precise collocations related to map descriptions, such as 'situated in the north-east corner' or 'underwent significant redevelopment'. Your vocabulary is sufficient to convey your meaning clearly, but it lacks the flexibility and precision required for the higher bands.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is appropriate for this task. There are a few grammatical slips, such as 'The two diagrams above shows' (subject-verb agreement error) and 'removed across the years' (slightly unnatural phrasing). While these errors do not impede communication, they occur frequently enough to prevent a higher score. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and ensure that your use of prepositions is accurate. Increasing the variety of complex sentence structures, such as using passive voice more consistently for describing changes, would also be beneficial.

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