Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-14

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 7.0)

The diagram illustrates the manufacturing process of cloth from bamboo crop.

Overall, the conversion of bamboo to fabric involves a linear sequence of nine production steps. The process is initiated through the plantation of bamboo plants in Spring, which after the growth period throughout Summer, is harvested in autumn. Subsequently, the yield undergoes five manufacturing stages, until the final fabric is woven, which is then stitched into various clothing items.

Planting bamboo plants in Spring is the first step of the fabric manufacturing process, which is later harvested when the autumn starts. To convert the harvested crop into liquid pulp, first it is cut into strips, then these strips are crushed, followed by filtering the pulp to separate long fibers from liquid.

Afterwards, these long fibers are softened by soaking them in water and amine oxide. After achieving the soft thread, it is ready to spin into yarn, which is then woven into a piece of cloth and is later stitched into a variety of clothing items to be sold at the market.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

You have successfully identified the main features of the bamboo manufacturing process. The overview clearly outlines the linear nature of the process and the number of stages involved. You have covered the key steps from cultivation to the final product. However, to reach a higher band, ensure that you explicitly mention the specific inputs and outputs at each stage, such as the use of 'amine oxide' and 'water' in the chemical processing phase. The description is accurate and follows the logical flow of the diagram, effectively summarizing the information provided without unnecessary detail.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs that follow the chronological order of the process. You have used a variety of cohesive devices such as 'subsequently', 'afterwards', and 'followed by' to guide the reader through the stages. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the cultivation phase from the industrial processing phase. The progression of ideas is clear throughout the text, and referencing is generally accurate, ensuring that the reader can easily follow the sequence of events described in the diagram.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe the process, including terms like 'manufacturing', 'harvested', 'yield', and 'spinning'. There is an attempt to use less common vocabulary, such as 'amine oxide' and 'linear sequence', which adds precision to your writing. While the vocabulary is generally appropriate, there are minor instances where word choice could be more sophisticated, such as 'cloth' which could be replaced by 'textile' or 'fabric' in certain contexts. Overall, the vocabulary is accurate and allows for a clear description of the technical process.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

You demonstrate a good control of grammatical structures, using a mix of simple and complex sentences effectively. For example, the use of passive voice in 'is harvested' and 'is woven' is appropriate for describing a process. There are very few grammatical errors, and those that exist do not impede communication. Your use of punctuation is generally correct, and the sentence structures are varied enough to maintain interest. To improve further, you could incorporate more complex subordinating clauses to link the stages of the process even more fluidly.

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