Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 17 · 2026-08-23

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 illustrated pie chart provides information about the usual percentage in everyday meals of three types of nutrients- sodium, saturated fat, and added sugar, which could lead to health issues if consumed carelessly.

Overall, It is noted that sodium and saturated fat are more common in dinners then in breakfast, whereas added sugar is predominantly consumed through snacks.

Dinner has the highest percentages of sodium and saturated fat, the percentages being 43% and 37% respectively. In contrast, breakfast accounts for the lowest share of these two nutrients, contributing just 14% of total sodium and 16% of Saturated fat. Regarding added sugar, snacks represent the dominant source at 42%. Similar to the previous two nutrients, breakfast is also noticed to have the lowest share accounting for 16%.

Lunch accounts for the second-highest proportion of sodium (29%) and saturated fat (26%), followed by snacks at 14% and 21%, respectively. Meanwhile, dinner and lunch make up smaller shares of total added sugar, at 23% and 19%.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

You have successfully identified and reported the main features of the charts. You provided a clear overview and supported your summary with relevant data points, such as the 43% sodium content in dinner and the 42% added sugar in snacks. You also made effective comparisons between the meal types. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are accurately transcribed; for instance, you noted snacks represent 14% of sodium, but the chart indicates 14% for snacks and 21% for saturated fat, which you correctly identified later. Overall, the response is well-focused and covers all requirements of the task.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, an overview, and body paragraphs that group the information effectively. You used cohesive devices such as 'In contrast', 'Regarding', and 'Meanwhile' to guide the reader through the data. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the different nutrients. The progression of ideas is clear, moving from a general summary to specific details. To improve, ensure that referencing remains consistent throughout the text to avoid any potential ambiguity when comparing multiple categories.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey the information accurately. Phrases like 'predominantly consumed', 'dominant source', and 'contributing just 14%' show good control. There are no significant spelling errors, and the word choice is appropriate for an academic report. To achieve a higher band, you could incorporate more varied synonyms for 'share' or 'proportion' to avoid repetition and demonstrate a more sophisticated lexical range.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures effectively. Most sentences are error-free, and your control of punctuation is generally good. There is a minor error in the second paragraph: 'dinners then in breakfast' should be 'dinners than in breakfast'. Additionally, ensure consistent capitalization, as seen in 'Saturated fat'. Despite these minor slips, your grammatical control is strong, and the meaning is never obscured. The use of comparative structures is accurate and well-integrated into the report.

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