Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-02
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 chart provide information about Little chalfont Library in 2016, including member ages, types of loans, and total loans between 2007 and 2016.
overall, most member were middle age adults. fiction was the most borrowed type. the total number of loans increased over the period.
with regard to member, 51% were adults aged 18-64. young adults made up to 22%. for borrowing, both adult fiction and children<s fiction accounted for 38% each, which was much higher than other categorie.
in terms of total loans, the figure strated at about 15,000 in 2007 and rose steadily to over 20,000 by 2016 with small drop around 2013
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the ability to fully develop the response. While you have identified the main features of the charts, such as the age distribution and the upward trend in loans, the analysis is too brief. To improve, you must provide more detailed comparisons and ensure all data points are fully explored. The under-length nature of the response means that the task is only partially addressed, as there is insufficient detail to provide a comprehensive summary of the provided information.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organised into short paragraphs, which is a good start. However, the lack of cohesive devices makes the flow feel somewhat mechanical and disjointed. For example, the transition between the age data and the loan types is abrupt. Using linking words such as 'furthermore', 'in contrast', or 'consequently' would help to connect your ideas more fluidly. Additionally, the paragraphing is inconsistent, and the lack of a clear, well-developed structure prevents the response from achieving a higher score in this criterion.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
Your vocabulary is generally functional but limited. You use basic terms like 'most' and 'increased', which are accurate but lack the precision expected at higher levels. There are also some spelling errors, such as 'chalfont' (should be capitalized), 'categorie' (should be 'categories'), and 'strated' (should be 'started'). To improve, try to incorporate more varied vocabulary related to data description, such as 'the majority', 'a significant proportion', or 'a gradual rise'. Expanding your range of synonyms will help you express ideas with more sophistication.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains several grammatical errors that affect the overall quality. There are issues with subject-verb agreement, such as 'The chart provide' (should be 'provides') and 'most member were' (should be 'members were'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with missing capital letters at the start of sentences and missing apostrophes in 'children's'. While you attempt some complex ideas, the frequent errors in basic grammar and punctuation hinder the clarity of your writing. Focusing on proofreading for these fundamental errors will help improve your score.
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