Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-05

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)

This diagram illustrates the production of fabric from Plant bamboo.

Overall, the process includes total 9 steps to make a final product.

Firstly, they collect all Plant bamboo plants in the season of Spring. In addition, harvesting manually by help of labor in Autumn. furthermore, baboo cut into strips by rotating cutting machine.

After that, soften fibers getting by add water and amine oxide and in next step "filtration". In that process they separated long fibers form liquid. Next step is Crush strips to make liquid pulp from bamboos. In more, Spin (to make yam). In addition, second last step is weave: to make fabric. Final step was making different style's clothes and socks.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While the student identifies the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, the description is overly brief and lacks the necessary detail to fully convey the information presented in the diagram. Several steps are mentioned in a fragmented manner, and there is a lack of clear comparison or synthesis of the process. To improve, the student needs to expand on the descriptions of each stage, ensuring that the relationship between the steps is clearly explained and that the response meets the length requirement.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response is organised into short paragraphs, but the logical flow is hindered by the brevity of the text. While some cohesive devices are used, such as 'Firstly', 'In addition', and 'After that', they are often used mechanically or incorrectly, such as 'In more' and 'second last step'. The progression of ideas is somewhat disjointed, making it difficult for the reader to follow the manufacturing process smoothly. To improve, the student should focus on using a wider variety of linking words and ensuring that each sentence connects logically to the next to create a more cohesive narrative.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. The student relies on basic terms like 'make', 'add', and 'collect', which do not demonstrate the range required for a higher band score. There are also issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'Plant bamboo plants' and 'soften fibers getting by add water'. The use of 'yam' instead of 'yarn' is a noticeable error. To improve, the student should aim to incorporate more precise, process-related vocabulary such as 'extract', 'dissolve', 'pulping', and 'extrusion' to describe the technical stages of the manufacturing process.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The grammatical range is limited, consisting mostly of simple sentences with frequent errors in sentence structure and punctuation. There are issues with subject-verb agreement and missing articles, for example, 'harvesting manually by help of labor' and 'baboo cut into strips'. The use of quotation marks around 'filtration' is unnecessary and reflects a lack of control over formal writing conventions. The response lacks complex sentence structures, which are necessary for higher band scores. The student should focus on mastering basic sentence construction and then gradually introduce complex structures like relative clauses or passive voice to improve accuracy and range.

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