Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-10
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 5.5)
This diagram shows how fabric is manufactured from bamboo is made. This essay will explain all the features that mentioned in this diagram.
At the first, in spring bamboo plant grows and when they grown there is a reap process in the autumn. Then these are cut into strips to make liquid pulp through crushing. After crushing there is a process called filter which seprates the long fibres from liquid. By adding water and amine oxide in fibers to poduce softness in the product. Then it reaches to spinner to make yarn, After making yarn there is a weave process to make fabric. At the last, now we can make any type of product from fabric. For instance, shirts, socks and trousers.
In conclusion, The manufacture of a single piece of fabric goes through a lengthy and steady process consisting of 9 processes and over a period of 2 seasons.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from growth to the final product. However, the description is somewhat mechanical and lacks a clear overview of the process as a whole. While the key stages are identified, the explanation of the chemical and physical transformations (such as the role of amine oxide or the specific nature of the spinner) is quite basic. To reach a higher band, you should focus on highlighting the most significant features and trends rather than simply listing each step in a linear fashion. The conclusion is a good attempt at summarizing, but the overall development of the information is limited.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into three paragraphs, which is appropriate for a short report. The progression of ideas is logical, following the chronological order of the diagram. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat repetitive and mechanical, relying heavily on simple transition words like 'Then', 'At the first', and 'At the last'. Some sentences feel disjointed, and the referencing could be smoother. For example, 'These are cut into strips' is slightly ambiguous as it refers back to the bamboo plants. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring smoother transitions between sentences would enhance the flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task, allowing the reader to follow the process. You use some relevant technical terms like 'spinner', 'liquid pulp', and 'fibres'. However, there are several instances of awkward phrasing and word choice, such as 'there is a reap process' instead of 'the bamboo is harvested', and 'poduce softness' (spelling error). The range of vocabulary is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on basic verbs. To improve, try to incorporate more precise academic vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'extraction', 'conversion', or 'subsequent'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical errors that occasionally distract the reader, such as 'how fabric is manufactured from bamboo is made' (redundant phrasing), 'when they grown' (missing auxiliary verb), and 'there is a process called filter' (should be 'filtration'). Punctuation is generally functional, but there are issues with capitalization and sentence boundaries. While the meaning is usually clear, the frequency of these errors prevents the writing from reaching a higher band. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and correct verb forms will significantly improve your accuracy.
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