Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-07
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)
This pie chart, table chart and bar graph illustrate the details of a public library called little chalfton. The largest part of pie chart is the adults bwtween18-64 and also noticeable the children while the smallest group is adults about 65 and further. The table shows the percentage of loans taken by each category of book whereas the bar graph compares the number of loans taken from the library between 2007 and 2016.It shows the increasing and decreasing level year by year.
In the pie chart, the highest range about 51 members between the age of 18-64 and the second largest group of children consists of 22 members whereas the lowest range is young adults have 12 and old adults contain 15 members. On the other hand,in table chart the number of largest loans is in 2016.the children's fiction and adult fiction has 38% and children'dvds has only 1%.
In bar graph the total number of loans in 2007 to 2010 is slightly also in 2013 but 2011 to 2015 is maximum also the largest data is in 2016 which is approximately 22,000
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 all three charts, but the reporting of data is inconsistent and lacks precision. While you identify the largest and smallest groups in the pie chart, the description of the table and bar graph is fragmented. For example, you mention 'the number of largest loans is in 2016' for the table, but the table actually lists book categories, not years. This confusion between the data sources indicates a failure to accurately interpret the provided information. Furthermore, the overview is weak; it merely states that the charts show changes without highlighting the most significant trends or comparisons, which is essential for a Band 6 or higher.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is organized into paragraphs, but the logical flow is hindered by awkward phrasing and a lack of cohesive devices. Transitions between sentences are often missing or mechanical, such as 'In the pie chart' and 'In bar graph'. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the comparison of data. While there is an attempt to group information, the lack of clear signposting and the repetitive sentence structure make the progression of ideas feel disjointed. To improve, focus on using a wider variety of linking words to connect your observations more smoothly.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, relying on basic terms like 'largest', 'smallest', and 'number'. There are several instances of inaccurate word choice, such as 'table chart' (which is redundant) and 'old adults' (which is not standard terminology). Additionally, there are minor spelling errors like 'chalfton' instead of 'Chalfont' and 'children'dvds'. The range of vocabulary is sufficient to convey basic meaning, but it lacks the precision and variety required for higher bands. You should aim to incorporate more specific analytical language to describe trends, such as 'fluctuated', 'peaked', or 'remained stable'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex sentences, but grammatical errors are frequent and occasionally impede clarity. Issues include missing articles ('in table chart'), incorrect verb forms ('children'dvds has only 1%'), and awkward sentence construction ('the total number of loans in 2007 to 2010 is slightly also in 2013'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with missing spaces after periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar prevents the response from reaching a higher band. Focus on subject-verb agreement and consistent use of articles.
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