Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-04
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 5.5)
The charts illustrates about a local library in a town known as Little Chalfont.
Overall, the piechart shows a maximum of adults members and in contrast a minimum of adults 65 and above in 2016. The table describes a maximum percentage of loans in children's fiction and a minimum of 1% in chlidren's DVD's in 2016. The bar chart shows fluctuation in the average number of loans between [redacted phone].
In the piechart the maximum number of members are adults between the age of 18-64 and in contradiction the minimum area is covered by adults of 65 and over it. In comparison to the adults the childrens are next high in number in 2016.
The table describes about the gross loans in different categories in the same year. The maximum percentage of loans contributed to the children's fiction and adult fiction.
The bar chart describes the total number of loans in [redacted phone]. There is fluctuation in the amount of loan from 2007 to 2016. In 2007 the loan was above 15000 and it increased to almost 19000 in 2008 and 2009 after that it remained almost 21000 in next three years than decreased in 2013 and again increased till 2016 and became almost 22000.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers all three charts, but the reporting is somewhat mechanical and lacks analytical depth. While you identify the 'maximum' and 'minimum' values, you often list them without providing meaningful comparisons or grouping the data effectively. For example, in the table section, you simply list the categories rather than highlighting the significant disparity between the high-performing fiction categories and the low-performing DVDs. To improve, focus on synthesizing the information—grouping related data points and identifying trends rather than just describing each chart in isolation. The overview is present but could be more comprehensive by summarizing the most striking trends across all three datasets.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is repetitive and sometimes mechanical. Phrases like 'The table describes' and 'The bar chart shows' are used at the start of almost every paragraph, which makes the flow feel disjointed. There is a lack of varied linking words to connect ideas within and between sentences. To reach a higher band, try using a wider range of transition signals (e.g., 'In contrast,' 'Furthermore,' 'Regarding the,' 'As for the') and ensure that referencing is clear throughout the text.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks variety and precision. You rely heavily on basic terms like 'maximum,' 'minimum,' 'number,' and 'amount.' There are also some awkward collocations and word choices, such as 'adults members' instead of 'adult members' and 'in contradiction' where 'in contrast' would be more appropriate. Spelling errors such as 'chlidren's' also occur. To improve, incorporate more sophisticated vocabulary related to data description, such as 'the majority of,' 'a significant proportion,' 'witnessed a fluctuation,' or 'remained relatively stable.'
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally distract the reader. Issues include subject-verb agreement ('The charts illustrates'), incorrect article usage ('the childrens'), and awkward phrasing ('adults of 65 and over it'). Punctuation is generally functional, but the sentence structure is often repetitive. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and refining the use of articles. Additionally, try to vary your sentence structure by using more complex clauses to describe trends, rather than relying on simple 'subject-verb-object' patterns.
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