Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-04
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 chat and table below illustrates information about a public library in a town called Little Chalfont. They show the age of library members, total loan by category and total number of loan taken in 2007 to 2016.
Overall, the provided information demonstrates the aged 18-64 adults represented the largest proportion of library members. Children's fiction and adult fiction were the most popular categories. While, children's DVDs and young adults were the least popular.
In 2016, adults aged 18-64 represented the category of library around 51%. Children around 22% and young adults aged 13-17 made up 13%. The smallest proportion aged 65 and over, made up 12%.Regarding the types of materials borrowed in 2016, children’s fiction and adult fiction were equally popular, each accounting for 38% of total loans. Adult non-fiction represented 12%, while children’s non-fiction made up 8%. DVDs were less popular, with adult DVDs accounting for 3% and children’s DVDs just 1%.
Finally, the number of loans rose from approximately 16,000 in 2007 to around 21,000 in 2016. Although the figure fluctuated during the period, including a slight decline in the middle years, it finished at its highest level in 2016.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 8.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 8.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.5 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0
The response effectively covers all three charts provided. You have successfully identified the main features, such as the dominant age group (18-64) and the most popular loan categories (fiction). You also made relevant comparisons, such as noting that children's and adult fiction were equally popular at 38% each. The overview is clear and highlights the key trends across the data sets. The report is well-structured and addresses all parts of the prompt, providing a clear summary of the information without unnecessary detail. The data is accurately represented throughout the response.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 8.0
The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, a well-defined overview, and separate paragraphs for the demographic data and the loan trends. Cohesive devices are used effectively, such as 'Overall', 'While', 'Regarding', and 'Finally', which help guide the reader through the information. The progression of ideas is smooth, moving from the demographic breakdown to the types of materials and finally the historical trend of total loans. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate distinct data sets, ensuring the information is easy to follow and digest.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information precisely. Phrases like 'represented the largest proportion', 'equally popular', and 'accounted for' are used accurately. There are some minor issues, such as 'total loan by category' (should be 'loans') and 'the category of library' (which is slightly awkward phrasing). However, these do not impede communication. You have successfully used topic-specific vocabulary related to data reporting, which allows for a clear and professional tone throughout the summary.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The response shows a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free, and the meaning is always clear. There are a few minor grammatical slips, such as 'the aged 18-64 adults' (should be 'adults aged 18-64') and 'total number of loan taken' (should be 'loans'). Punctuation is generally accurate. The use of complex structures, such as the 'Although' clause in the final paragraph, demonstrates a good command of grammar. The errors present are non-systematic and do not interfere with the overall clarity of the report.
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