Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-07-24
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The diagram below shows how fabric is manufactured from bamboo.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Write at least 150 words.
Student answer (Band 6.0)
The diagram illustrate the process of manufacturing fabric from bamboo.
Overall, manufacturing fat fabric from bamboo is a linear process consisting of nine steps, beginning with planting bamboo plants and ending with spin to make a yarn. making fabric comes.
During the summer/spring season bamboo plants are planted and then in the Autumn/winter season bamboo plants are harvested, once that is done they are cut into strips so that it is easy to crush strips to make a liquid pulp out of it.
The next step is to segregate and filter the long fibres from liquid. Once that is done they add water and amine oxide to soften the fibre, As soon as they soften the fibre it is ready to spin to make yarn. Next step to make a fabric is to weave it. Once that is done finally bamboo fabric clothes are ready.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.0 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, but it fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which negatively impacts the score. While the overview identifies the process as linear, it is somewhat underdeveloped. The description of the steps is generally accurate, but the lack of sufficient detail and the failure to reach the required length prevent a higher band. To improve, ensure you expand on the descriptions of each stage and provide a more comprehensive summary of the key features shown in the diagram.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5
The response is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of the process. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat basic and repetitive (e.g., 'Once that is done' is used three times). The flow between sentences is functional but lacks variety. To improve, try using a wider range of linking words and transition phrases such as 'subsequently', 'following this', or 'upon completion of this stage' to create a more sophisticated and natural progression of ideas.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.0
The vocabulary used is adequate for the task but remains quite simple. There are some errors in word choice, such as 'manufacturing fat fabric' (likely a typo) and 'spin to make a yarn' (should be 'spinning'). The range of vocabulary is limited, relying on basic terms like 'cut', 'crush', and 'soften'. To achieve a higher band, incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'extraction', 'chemical treatment', or 'textile production', and ensure accurate word forms are used throughout.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical errors, such as subject-verb agreement issues ('The diagram illustrate') and awkward phrasing ('making fabric comes'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with comma usage. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they occur frequently enough to affect the overall clarity. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and refining sentence structure will help improve the accuracy and flow of your writing.
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