Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-03
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The charts below give information about a public library in a town called Little Chalfont.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The provided chart illustrates the information about little chalfont library from 2007 to 2016.
Overall , the chart show the total loans by category in 2016 ,it has four categories for the table children , young adults , adults and over the age of 65 . Moreover the bar graph provides the info about total number of loans people take from the little chalfont library from 2007 to 2016.
To starts with , the library has the seven types of category in 2016 . and in pie chart 4 type of library members in 2016 children members take 22% of the staeks and the major library holders came from adults age of 18 to 64 . moreover young adults and over the 65 holds 15 and 12% of members.
On the other hand , the total number of loans conducted in 2007 to 2016 ,
in year 2007, it has around 15 thousand total loan holders after that it slightly gain by 2011 at 20 thousand and moving to 2013 we have slight decrease and after that we have continue consistancy through 2016.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response covers the main features of both charts, but the analysis is somewhat superficial. While you correctly identify the categories in the pie chart and the trend in the bar graph, the description lacks precision. For example, you mention 'seven types of category' when the data clearly shows four, and the description of the bar graph trends is vague, failing to highlight specific data points like the peak in 2011 or the final figure in 2016. To improve, ensure you accurately transcribe data and provide specific comparisons between the categories rather than just listing them.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is organised into paragraphs, which is a positive step. However, the logical progression is hindered by awkward phrasing and mechanical use of cohesive devices. Phrases like 'To starts with' and 'Moreover' are used repetitively and sometimes incorrectly. The referencing is occasionally unclear, such as the transition between the pie chart and the bar graph. To reach a higher band, focus on using a wider variety of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear, singular focus that flows naturally into the next.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks the precision required for a higher band. You rely on basic terms like 'info', 'take', and 'gain'. There are also issues with word choice and terminology, such as 'staeks' (likely a misspelling of 'shares' or 'statistics') and 'loan holders' instead of 'total loans'. To improve, incorporate more academic vocabulary related to data description, such as 'proportion', 'fluctuated', 'accounted for', and 'remained stable'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent errors in grammar and punctuation that occasionally impede readability. Issues include subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'the chart show'), incorrect verb tenses, and missing articles. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with spaces before commas and run-on sentences. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring subject-verb agreement, and proofreading for common errors like missing articles and incorrect verb forms.
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