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 process diagram illustrates the process of making fabric from bamboo.

overall, the production of bamboo fabric is consists of nine different stage. process begins with planting bamboo and ends with the fabric.

initially, bamboo is planted during the spring season after that when plants has grown then they are harvested by the farmer in autumn. bamboo is cut into strips and then crushed it produced liquid pulp after that separated the long fibres from the liquid by using filter.

In the next stage, the long fibres is mixed into water and amine oxide for making soften fibres. The soften fibres made spin to yarn then it's converted from yarn to weave and after that weave transported to the companies to made fabric.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, reaching only 123 words. This significantly impacts the development of the response, as the description of the manufacturing process is rushed and lacks sufficient detail. While the main stages are identified, the lack of length prevents a full, well-developed summary of the process. To improve, you must expand on the steps provided in the diagram, ensuring that you describe the transformation of the bamboo more thoroughly and provide a more comprehensive overview of the entire production cycle.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response is organised into short paragraphs, which is a positive start. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive, with phrases like 'after that' used frequently. The logical progression is occasionally hindered by grammatical errors, making some transitions between steps feel abrupt. To improve, try using a wider variety of linking words and phrases, such as 'subsequently,' 'following this,' or 'once the process is complete,' to create a smoother flow between the stages of the manufacturing process.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary used is generally adequate for describing a process, but it remains quite basic. There are some inaccuracies in word choice, such as 'making soften fibres' instead of 'softening the fibres' or 'made spin to yarn' instead of 'spun into yarn.' The range of vocabulary is limited, and the errors occasionally distract from the clarity of the description. To reach a higher band, focus on using more precise terminology related to manufacturing processes, such as 'extraction,' 'chemical treatment,' and 'textile production,' while ensuring correct word forms.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that affect readability. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'production... is consists of', 'plants has grown', 'fibres is mixed'), incorrect verb forms (e.g., 'made spin to yarn'), and missing articles. The sentence structures are mostly simple, and attempts at more complex sentences are often inaccurate. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and ensuring that verbs are in the correct tense and form when describing a sequence of events. Proofreading for these fundamental errors is essential.

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