Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-02
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 plan below illustrate Beechwood farm in 1950 and shows how the site is developed and reconstructed nowadays.
Overall, a great development and is made from 1950 till now in the Beechwood farm in past few years . The first layout of the site is entirely changed . Sheep area is relocated with solar panels and parking area is extended on both sides of the farm, camping area beside the road creates a peaceful effect. The tracks are reconstructed with roads making it easy to move all over the farm while the farm shops remains on there same places .
The second layout of the Beechwood farm includes farmhouse, chicken area, a barn at the ending of the road while addition of holiday cottages as well , it increases the facilities in the farm . A river across the farm enhances the beauty of the farm . The farm is therefore changed with more facilities .
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response identifies the main features of the farm's transformation, such as the addition of solar panels, holiday cottages, and the expansion of parking. However, the description lacks precision and fails to clearly contrast the 1950 layout with the current one. For instance, the mention of 'sheep area' being relocated is vague, and the report lacks specific data or clear spatial comparisons. The overview is somewhat repetitive and does not effectively synthesize the key trends of the development, such as the shift from purely agricultural use to a more diversified, tourism-oriented site. To improve, focus on grouping features logically and providing a clearer comparison of the changes.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized into paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. The transition between the overview and the body paragraphs is abrupt, and the internal structure of the paragraphs is disjointed. While some cohesive devices are used, such as 'Overall' and 'The second layout', they are used mechanically. Referencing is sometimes unclear, such as in the phrase 'on there same places', which makes it difficult for the reader to follow the spatial description. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear thematic focus would significantly enhance the flow of the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks the precision required for a higher band. There are several instances of awkward phrasing and word choice errors, such as 'at the ending of the road' instead of 'at the end of the road' and 'on there same places' instead of 'in the same place'. The range of vocabulary is somewhat limited, relying on basic descriptors like 'great development' and 'enhances the beauty'. To achieve a higher score, you should incorporate more precise, topic-specific vocabulary related to map descriptions, such as 'converted', 'demolished', 'expanded', or 'transformed'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Examples include subject-verb agreement issues ('The plan below illustrate', 'farm shops remains') and incorrect preposition usage ('at the ending of the road'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with unnecessary spaces before commas and periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, the frequency of these errors prevents the response from reaching a higher band. Focusing on basic subject-verb agreement and proofreading for minor grammatical slips would be beneficial.
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