Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-04
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 5.0)
The diagram illustrates how fabric is manufactured from bamboo. Overall, it is produced by bamboo plant which is sow in the Spring. It is very smoth and long process.
To begin with, bamboo is sowed in the Spring and harvested in the Autumn. After that, a machine is used to cut into strips then these strips are crushed to make liquid pulp. However, after it fiteration process is started when liquid pass through filter it separate long fibres from liquid.
Moreover, in the next step fibers are soften by adding water and amine oxide. Furthermore, now it is converted into spin to make yam after that weave to make fabric. In the last it is used to make different types of clothes and other things to wear such as sokes, goloves which always looks good and stunning. It is very premium and expensive material which is produced after very long process.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. However, the description is somewhat superficial. The student identifies the key steps but fails to provide a clear overview of the transformation process, instead focusing on subjective descriptions like 'stunning' or 'premium', which are irrelevant to a technical report. The summary of the process is accurate, but the lack of precise detail regarding the chemical or mechanical transitions (e.g., the specific role of amine oxide) limits the development of the response. To improve, the student should focus on objective reporting of the diagram's data rather than adding personal opinions about the quality of the final fabric.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of events. The use of cohesive devices such as 'To begin with', 'Moreover', and 'Furthermore' is present, although some are used mechanically or incorrectly (e.g., 'In the last it is used'). The progression of ideas is generally logical, moving from the growth of the plant to the final product. However, the referencing is sometimes unclear, and the flow between sentences is occasionally disrupted by grammatical errors. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring they are used to connect ideas more naturally would enhance the overall coherence.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is somewhat limited and repetitive. The student uses basic terms like 'make' and 'things' multiple times, which lacks the precision required for an Academic Task 1 report. There are also errors in word choice and spelling, such as 'sow' instead of 'sown', 'sokes' for 'socks', and 'goloves' for 'gloves'. The use of 'stunning' and 'premium' is inappropriate for a formal report, as these are subjective adjectives. To reach a higher band, the student should focus on using more technical and precise vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'extraction', 'conversion', and 'processing'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Examples include 'bamboo plant which is sow' (passive voice error), 'after it fiteration process is started' (awkward phrasing), and 'when liquid pass through filter' (subject-verb agreement error). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with commas. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar and sentence construction prevents the response from reaching a higher band. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and correct passive voice construction would be highly beneficial.
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