Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 17 · 2026-08-21

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Average percentages of sodium, saturated fats and added sugars in typical meals consumed in the USA

Student answer (Band 7.0)

The provided pie charts illustrate the average proportions in four meals- breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner, of three categories of nutrients namely; sodium, saturated fats and added sugars, that are consumed by the US citizens which can be problematic if overeaten.

Overall, while sodium and saturated fat is consumed mostly during dinner, added sugar dominates the snack options. Meanwhile, breakfast meals contribute lowest in percentage across all three types of nutrients.

43% of sodium is the highest proportion which is consumed during dinner, followed by lunch, at 29%. However, breakfast and snack account for 14% each, the lowest figures in this category. A similar pattern can be noticed in saturated fat consumption where dinner represent 37% intake, followed by lunch, at 26% and snack at 21% respectively. Breakfast incorporates 16% of saturated fat intake, again the lowest in this category.

By contrast, added sugar depicted a different distribution with 37% of it being consumed mostly through snack items, whereas, dinner account for 23% intake placing it in the second rank for this category. Moreover, lunch accounts for 19% consumption of added sugar and breakfast continues to rank the lowest with 16% intake.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have successfully identified the main features of the data and provided relevant comparisons between the three nutrient types across the four meal categories. The overview clearly highlights the key trends, such as the dominance of dinner for sodium and saturated fat, and the unique position of snacks for added sugar. The data is accurately reported, and the selection of information is appropriate for a summary task. To reach a higher band, ensure that all comparisons are fully integrated; for instance, you could explicitly contrast the breakfast figures across all three nutrients more directly to enhance the analytical quality of the report.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a distinct focus, moving from an introduction and overview to detailed body paragraphs. Cohesive devices such as 'meanwhile', 'by contrast', and 'moreover' are used effectively to link sentences and ideas. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the information flows smoothly. The referencing is generally clear, though some minor improvements in the variety of linking phrases could make the transitions feel even more natural and less mechanical. Overall, the structure supports the reader's understanding of the data presentation.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision. Terms such as 'proportions', 'nutrients', 'distribution', and 'incorporates' are used accurately. There is a good attempt to use less common vocabulary, which adds to the formal tone required for an academic report. While the vocabulary is adequate and precise, it lacks the sophisticated, natural control found at the highest band levels. Some minor improvements in collocation and word choice would elevate the response further, but the current range is more than sufficient to communicate the data clearly without any ambiguity.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

The response displays a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. You have maintained a high level of accuracy throughout the text, with most sentences being error-free. There are occasional minor slips, such as the punctuation error in the first paragraph ('namely; sodium') and subject-verb agreement issues (e.g., 'dinner represent' instead of 'represents'). However, these errors are infrequent and do not impede communication. The control over punctuation and complex sentence construction is generally strong, showing a good command of English grammar suitable for this task.

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