Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · 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 5.0)
The charts and tables illustrate information about a public library namely little chalfont library in small town. Overall it can be seen that adults use library most then other age group in 2016. the highest loans taken by children's friction and adults friction books.
The pie charts saws the the adults of 18-64 age used library which accounted 51% then children recorded the second most library user about 22% , while young adults and adults 65 and over saw similar interest which accounted 12 to 15% respectively.
The table explain total loans taken on different category in year 2016. The highest loans took on Children's
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the task achievement. Furthermore, the response is incomplete, ending abruptly in the middle of a sentence. While the introduction attempts to summarise the charts, the lack of a full overview and the failure to report on all data points (such as the table details) mean the task is only partially addressed. To improve, you must ensure you provide a complete summary that covers all visual information and meets the length requirement.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is organised into short paragraphs, but the abrupt ending prevents a logical flow. Cohesive devices are minimal and sometimes used incorrectly, such as 'then other age group'. The progression of ideas is hindered by the incomplete nature of the text. To improve, ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence and that you use a variety of linking words (e.g., 'furthermore', 'in contrast', 'consequently') to connect your ideas smoothly.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is basic and repetitive, with some inaccuracies such as 'children's friction' instead of 'children's fiction'. The range is limited, and there are errors in word choice that occasionally make the meaning less precise. To achieve a higher band, you should aim to use more specific vocabulary related to data description, such as 'accounted for', 'constituted', or 'represented', and ensure correct terminology for the categories provided in the charts.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
There are frequent grammatical errors, including missing articles ('use library', 'in small town'), incorrect verb forms ('The pie charts saws'), and punctuation issues. The sentence structures are simple, and the lack of completion makes it difficult to assess your ability to use complex structures. To improve, focus on basic sentence construction, subject-verb agreement, and the correct use of articles before nouns. Proofreading for simple errors like 'saws' instead of 'shows' is essential.
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