Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-19
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 7.5)
The charts provide information about the public library in Little Chalfont, including member age distribution, loan category proportions in 2016, and total loans from 2007 to 2016.
Overall, adults aged 18–64 made up the largest group of members, and fiction books were the most common items borrowed. Additionally, total library loans showed a general upward trend over the ten-year period, despite a small drop in 2013.
Regarding membership in 2016, adults aged 18–64 accounted for just over half of all members, at 51%. Children were the second-largest group at 22%, followed by young adults aged 13–17 at 15%. Members aged 65 and older represented the smallest share, making up 12%.
Looking at loan categories in 2016, fiction for both children and adults dominated borrowing, with each group accounting for 38% of total loans. Adult non-fiction was the next highest at 13%, while children's non-fiction stood at 6%. Media and young adult items represented very small shares, with young adult books and adult audiobooks at 2% each, and children's DVDs at 1%.
Finally, total annual loans grew from roughly 16,000 in 2007 to nearly 19,000 in 2008 and stayed consistent in 2009. The figure rose above 20,000 in 2010 and reached around 21,000 in 2011. Following a temporary dip to approximately 19,500 in 2013, borrowing recovered steadily, reaching a peak of about 21,500 in 2016.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.5 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have successfully identified and reported the main features of the three charts, including the age distribution, loan categories, and the ten-year trend. The overview is clear and highlights the most significant trends, such as the dominance of adult members and the general upward trajectory of loans. Comparisons are made appropriately, for instance, when contrasting the different age groups and the specific loan categories. The data is accurately represented, and the report is well-structured to cover all provided information without unnecessary detail.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph focuses on a distinct aspect of the data, which facilitates easy reading. Cohesive devices such as 'Regarding', 'Looking at', and 'Finally' are used effectively to transition between sections. The use of referencing is clear, and the paragraphing is appropriate for an Academic Task 1 report. The flow of information is smooth, and the relationship between the different charts is well-managed throughout the text.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision. Phrases such as 'member age distribution', 'loan category proportions', 'dominated borrowing', and 'temporary dip' demonstrate a good command of topic-specific language. The vocabulary is natural and appropriate for an academic report. While the range is solid, incorporating a few more sophisticated synonyms or collocations could elevate the response further, but the current usage is accurate and effectively communicates the data without any errors in word choice.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The response displays a high level of grammatical control. You have successfully used a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, such as 'Following a temporary dip to approximately 19,500 in 2013, borrowing recovered steadily'. Punctuation is accurate, and there are no significant errors that impede communication. The majority of sentences are error-free, and the use of tense is consistent with the requirements of describing historical data. The control over complex structures is consistent throughout the piece.
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