Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-07-28

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 provided diagram below illustrates how bamboo fabric is manufactured in different stages from scartch to ready garments.

At first stage, bamboo plans are plantend in spring season in specific land area to get quality material for fabric. In Autmn seasn these plants are harvested to get the raw material at 2nd stage. At third stage these bamboo plants are cut in strips and crus these strips to make liquid pulp at 4th stage. Then at the 5th stage the liquid is filtered to separate long fibers from the raw liquid. Then amine oxide and water is added to soften the fibers on 6th stage. After that the soften fiber is spined to make yam which is very important for knitting clothes and this process is done at 7th stage. the final stage is to weave to make the clothe from the yam. after that the bamboo fabric is ready to use in different items.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final fabric. However, the description is somewhat mechanical, simply listing the steps rather than synthesizing the information into a clear overview. While the key features are identified, the response lacks a clear introductory overview or summary of the process flow, which is essential for a high band score. The information is presented sequentially, but the lack of grouping or thematic organization makes it feel like a list rather than a cohesive report. To improve, focus on highlighting the transition from raw material to chemical processing and finally to textile production.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response uses basic cohesive devices such as 'At first stage', 'At third stage', and 'After that' to guide the reader through the process. While this creates a logical sequence, the paragraphing is non-existent; the entire response is a single block of text. This makes the information harder to digest. Furthermore, the referencing is sometimes repetitive, and the flow between sentences is somewhat mechanical. To improve, use a wider variety of linking words and organize the response into at least two or three distinct paragraphs—for example, separating the agricultural phase from the industrial processing phase.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, with terms like 'liquid pulp', 'filtered', and 'knitting' used correctly. However, there are several spelling errors, such as 'scartch' (scratch), 'plans' (plants), 'Autmn' (Autumn), 'seasn' (season), 'crus' (crush), 'spined' (spun), and 'yam' (yarn). These errors are frequent enough to be noticeable. The range of vocabulary is limited, relying heavily on simple verbs and nouns. To achieve a higher band, you should aim for more precise terminology related to manufacturing processes and ensure greater accuracy in spelling.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains a mix of simple and some attempts at complex sentence structures. However, there are frequent grammatical errors, such as 'bamboo plans are plantend' (bamboo plants are planted), 'in different stages from scartch' (in different stages from scratch), and 'make the clothe' (make the cloth). Subject-verb agreement and article usage are inconsistent throughout the text. While the meaning is generally clear, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar and punctuation limits the score. Focusing on proofreading for subject-verb agreement and pluralization would significantly improve the clarity and accuracy of your writing.

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