Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-07-30

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 6.5)

The chart depicts the process of how fabric is produced from bamboo

From an overall perspective, it can be seen to have a total of nine steps in the whole diagram, starting off with the planting of bamboo and ending up with the final clothing items.

To begin with, the process is started with the planting of bamboo plants which is in the first several months of the year or the spring season. After that, the plants will be harvested in Autumn and then be cut into strips by halves. The forth step is crushing the cut strips to create liquid pulp. The filtering step will be seperating long fibres from liquid.

To continue, adding water and amine oxide will help softening the fibres. Next, people will spin the fibres to make yarn which will be weaved to make fabric. Finally, the proper fabric sheets will be under production to make the final results which are clothing items, such as socks and t-shirts.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The response covers all stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. The overview is clear, identifying the nine-step nature of the process. However, the response lacks a degree of analytical depth; it essentially lists the steps rather than highlighting key features or making meaningful comparisons between the stages. While the main features are reported, the description of the process is somewhat mechanical. To reach a higher band, you should focus on grouping the stages (e.g., preparation, chemical processing, and finishing) to provide a more sophisticated summary of the information provided in the diagram.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The response is logically organized, following the chronological order of the process. You use basic cohesive devices such as 'To begin with,' 'After that,' 'To continue,' and 'Finally' to guide the reader through the stages. While these are effective, the paragraphing is limited; the entire body is contained within two short paragraphs. A more effective structure would involve a clear introduction, a brief overview, and two distinct body paragraphs that group the stages logically. The progression of ideas is clear, but the use of cohesive devices could be more varied to avoid a repetitive, list-like feel.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'harvested,' 'crushing,' 'liquid pulp,' and 'amine oxide' correctly. There are some minor spelling errors, such as 'seperating' (separating) and 'forth' (fourth), which slightly detract from the overall quality. The vocabulary is generally functional and accurate, but it lacks the sophistication or precision required for a higher band. To improve, try to incorporate more precise verbs and nouns related to industrial processes, such as 'extracting,' 'converting,' or 'subsequent,' to show a more flexible command of the language.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is always clear, there are several grammatical inaccuracies. For example, 'the process is started with the planting' is slightly awkward; 'the process begins with' would be more natural. Additionally, 'the filtering step will be seperating' should be 'the filtering step separates.' There are also issues with article usage and verb tense consistency. While these errors do not impede communication, they occur frequently enough to prevent a higher score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and more natural phrasing will help improve your accuracy.

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