Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 17 · 2026-08-25

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 5.0)

THE CHART illustrated the average percentage in typical three type of nutrients ,all of them which are unhealthy when eaten too much. however if you see the nutrients are common in this three type of charts .If you see there are three pie charts called sodium ,saturated fat , added sugar. There every average of typical meals in USA. There is 14 percent of sodium in snack. breakfast is also 14 percent. And if we talk about lunch there is 29 percent. Then the end of the day we end our day eating dinner which require about 41 percent of sodium . If we move to the saturated fat . The snack is 21 percent which is comparetively higher than the snack of sodium. now the breakfast which is about 14 percent which is equal to sodium. The lunch require 36 percent which is also high as compare to sodium lunch. now at the end the dinner of the saturated fat is 37 percent which is less than dinner of sodium. Now move to last pie chart ,snack require 42 percent of the sugar which is higher as compare to sodium and saturated fat . the breakfast is about 16 percent which is also higher r than the sodium and saturated fat .now move to lunch which is about 15 percent and then dinner which is 31 percent less than sodium ans saturated fat.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response addresses the task by identifying the three nutrients and their distribution across meals. However, the report lacks a clear overview or summary of the main trends, which is a requirement for Band 6 and above. The information is presented as a list of data points rather than a synthesis of the most significant features. While the student identifies specific percentages, the lack of an analytical approach—such as grouping the highest and lowest values or noting significant disparities—limits the score. To improve, you should group information logically and provide a clear, concise summary of the overall patterns observed in the charts.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response lacks paragraphing, which makes it difficult to follow the progression of ideas. The text is essentially one long block, which negatively impacts the logical flow. While there are some attempts at cohesive devices (e.g., 'If we move to', 'now the breakfast'), these are often repetitive and mechanical. The referencing is sometimes unclear, and the lack of distinct paragraphs for the introduction, body, and overview prevents the response from achieving a higher score. Using clear paragraph breaks and a wider variety of linking words would significantly improve the structure and readability of your writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is somewhat limited and repetitive, relying heavily on basic terms like 'high', 'low', and 'percent'. There are several instances of awkward phrasing and word-choice errors, such as 'the end of the day we end our day' and 'compare to sodium lunch'. While the meaning is generally clear, the range of vocabulary is not sufficient to demonstrate the flexibility required for higher bands. To improve, try to incorporate more precise comparative language and avoid repeating the same sentence structures and vocabulary throughout the report.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors, including issues with subject-verb agreement ('The chart illustrated', 'dinner... which require'), article usage, and sentence structure. Many sentences are run-on or lack proper punctuation, which makes the text feel disjointed. While the student attempts some complex structures, they are often inaccurate or poorly formed. To reach a higher band, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring consistent verb tenses, and improving the accuracy of your punctuation. Proofreading for common errors like missing articles and incorrect pluralization will also help.

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