Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-11

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)

The diagram demonstrates the manufacturing of bamboo fabric and its whole process. how it is planted, harvest and turned into fabric.

The first and foremost step is to plant bamboo plants in the season of spring.

It is harvested in autumn then it's stems gets cut into strip and for the sake of softening of the fibres, it get dipped in water and amine oxide.

Further it get passed through a filter which separates long fibres from liquid, onto the crushing of strips to convert it into liquid pulp. Further, it passes through the spinning process to make a yarn out of it.

Moreover, it is weaved to make fabric which made clothes. It further get transported to the market for selling and bought by each and everyone of us.

which also wind ups the whole process of making fabric out of bamboo tree.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from harvesting to the final product. However, the response is under the 150-word minimum, which limits the depth of the description. The overview is somewhat weak, as it merely lists the steps rather than highlighting the transformation process. Additionally, the final sentence is informal and does not contribute to the academic summary of the diagram. To improve, you should ensure you meet the word count requirement and provide a more cohesive summary of the overall process in the introduction.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response is organized chronologically, which helps the reader follow the process. However, the paragraphing is insufficient; the entire response is essentially one block of text. The use of cohesive devices is somewhat repetitive, with 'further' used multiple times to link sentences. The transition between the manufacturing steps and the final consumption is abrupt and lacks a formal academic tone. Improving the use of linking phrases and ensuring clear paragraph breaks between the introduction, the process stages, and the conclusion would significantly enhance the flow of the report.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is generally adequate for describing a process, using terms like 'harvested', 'fibres', 'pulp', and 'spinning'. However, there are some inaccuracies and informal choices, such as 'wind ups' and 'each and everyone of us', which are not appropriate for an Academic Task 1 report. The range is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on basic verbs. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to industrial processes and avoid conversational language.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains several grammatical errors that affect clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'it's stems gets cut', 'it get dipped') and sentence structure, such as the sentence fragment 'how it is planted, harvest and turned into fabric.' Additionally, there are punctuation errors, including missing commas and incorrect capitalization. While the meaning is generally understandable, the frequency of these errors indicates a limited control over complex sentence structures. Focusing on consistent verb tense usage and subject-verb agreement will help improve your accuracy.

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