Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-23

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 pie chart provides information about the age of library membership while table illustrates total loans by categories in percentages, in 2016. The bar chart below them shows the figures of borrowing in total, from 2007 to 2016. Overall, the majority of library users are adults who account for more than half. Additionally, adults' and children's fiction were popular choices among other categories. The total number of loans showed an overall upward trend despite some fluctuations in certain years.

A more detailed look at the pie chart reveals that adults aged 18 to 64 represented the largest proportion of library members at 51%, which was more than double the share of children (22%). There was a three-percentage-point disparity between young adults aged 13 to 17 and adults who are 65 and over, 15% and 13% respectively.

As for the types of materials borrowed, the percentages of both children's and adults' fiction were the highest, each at 38%. In contrast, the smallest proportions were recorded in children's DVDs, adult audiobooks and young adult items, at 1%, 2% and 2% respectively.

Lastly, the bar chart shows that at the beginning of the period, in 2007, the total number of loans was around 16,000. The figures rose consistently until 2012, reaching approximately 22,000, before dropping slightly to 18,000 in 2013. In the following years, the number of loans increased steadily, reaching its peak in 2016 at around 23,000.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5

You have provided a comprehensive summary of all three charts. You successfully identified the main features, such as the dominant age group (adults 18-64) and the most popular loan categories (fiction). You also made effective comparisons, such as noting that the adult membership share was more than double that of children. The overview is clear and highlights the key trends across the data sets. To reach a higher band, ensure that you explicitly link the data points to the specific charts more consistently, though your current approach is already very effective at covering all parts of the task.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

Your writing is logically organized, with a clear progression from an introduction to specific details and a final summary of the bar chart. Paragraphing is used effectively to separate the different data sources. You use a good range of cohesive devices, such as 'In contrast', 'Lastly', and 'In the following years', which help the reader follow your argument. The flow is natural, and the information is presented in a way that is easy to follow. There is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive linking, which demonstrates a high level of control.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for an academic report. Phrases like 'three-percentage-point disparity', 'represented the largest proportion', and 'upward trend' are precise and well-used. You avoid repetition by using varied terminology for the data (e.g., 'figures', 'share', 'proportions'). While the vocabulary is accurate and fits the context well, incorporating a few more sophisticated, less common collocations could elevate the response further. Overall, the lexical control is strong and supports clear communication throughout the task.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5

You use a variety of complex sentence structures effectively, such as 'The pie chart provides information about... while table illustrates...' and 'The figures rose consistently until 2012, reaching approximately 22,000, before dropping slightly...'. Your control over punctuation and verb tenses is excellent, and the majority of your sentences are error-free. There are no significant grammatical slips that impede meaning. The use of participial phrases and subordinate clauses shows a high level of grammatical flexibility, which is consistent with a high band score.

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