Band 8.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 8.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-09
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 8.0)
The charts provide information about Little Chalfont Library in 2016, covering the age profile of its members, the categories of items borrowed, and the total number of loans recorded annually between 2007 and 2016.
Overall, adults aged 18-64 formed the largest share of library members, while children's fiction and adult fiction dominated borrowing activity. The total number of loans also showed a general upward trend over the ten- year period.
Regarding membership, adults aged 18-64 accounted for the majority at 51%, making them by far the largest age group. Children represented the second largest age group at 22%, followed by young adults aged 13-17 at 15%. Adults aged 65 and over made up the smallest proportion, at just 12%.
In terms of borrowing patterns, children's fiction and adult fiction were equally the most popular categories, each accounting for 38% of total loans. Adult non-fiction was a distant third at 13%, while children’s non-fiction represented 6%. The remaining categories, young adults, adult audio books, and children's DVDs each accounted for only 1-2%.
Looking at the trend in total loans, the library recorded approximately 15,000 loans in 2007. This figure rose sharply over the following two years, reaching around 20,000 by 2009, and remained relatively stable until 2011. Loans climbed again, peaking at roughly 23,000 around 2014, before levelling off slightly towards 2016.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 8.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 8.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 8.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 8.0 |
| Overall | 8.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0
The response is excellent. You have successfully identified and reported the main features of all three charts provided. The overview is clear and effectively synthesizes the key trends and proportions. You have made relevant comparisons, such as noting that children's and adult fiction were equally popular at 38% each, and you have accurately described the chronological trend of the total loans. The data is presented clearly, and the response covers all parts of the task well, demonstrating a strong ability to select and highlight significant information without unnecessary detail.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 8.0
The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a distinct focus: an introduction, an overview, membership demographics, borrowing categories, and the historical trend. You have used cohesive devices effectively, such as 'Regarding membership,' 'In terms of,' and 'Looking at the trend,' which guide the reader smoothly through the information. Paragraphing is used appropriately, and referencing is clear throughout the text. The flow of information is natural and professional, meeting the requirements for a high band score.
Lexical Resource — Band 8.0
You demonstrate a wide and flexible range of vocabulary, which is used with precision. Phrases such as 'formed the largest share,' 'dominated borrowing activity,' 'accounted for the majority,' and 'levelling off' show a sophisticated command of language suitable for an academic report. The terminology is accurate, and there are no noticeable errors in word choice or collocation. You have successfully avoided repetition by using varied synonyms and structures to describe the data, which contributes to the overall fluency of the response.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 8.0
The response exhibits a wide range of grammatical structures with high accuracy. You have successfully used complex sentences, such as 'The total number of loans also showed a general upward trend over the ten-year period,' and 'This figure rose sharply over the following two years, reaching around 20,000 by 2009.' Punctuation is used correctly, and the majority of sentences are error-free. The control over tense usage—switching between the present for static data and the past for the historical trend—is handled perfectly. There are no grammatical errors that impede communication.
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