Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · 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 5.0)
THIS PROCESS CHART ILLUSTRATES THAT HOW FABRIC WAS MADE FROM BAMBOO IN TRADITIONAL WAY.IT HAS TO PASS TOTAL NINE STEPS WHICH WE ELOBRATE FURTHER.
FIRSTLY, FARMERS HAVE TO PLANT BAMBOO PLANTS IN SPRING SEASON. WHEN IT FULLY GROWS IN AUTUMN IS THE SEASON IN WHICH FARMERS START HARVESTING. MOREOVER, REMOVE ALL LEAFS THEN IT IS GOING FOR CUTTING. DIVIDED IN SMALL STRIPS. TO MAKE LIQUED PULPE PUT ALL STRIPS IN MACHINE AND CRUSHED IT. AFTER THAT USING OF FILTER SEPARATE LIQUID AND FIBERS. IN ADDITION THEY ADD WATER AND AMINE OXIDE IN CONTAINER TO MAKE FIRBER SOFTEN. AFTER THAT SPIN IT TO MAKE A YAM AND SELL IT. PEOPLE WEAVE IT AND MAKE A PEIECES. JOINT THEM AND MAKE WHOLE CLOTHE.
IN CONCLUSON, I WOULD LIKE SAY THAT IT IS VERY DIFFICULT PROCESS RATHER THAN ASSUME IT. IT TAKES TOTAL 9 STEPS TO MAKE ONE WHOLE CLOTH.
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 fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which negatively impacts the score. While the response covers the main stages of the bamboo fabric manufacturing process, the overview is weak and lacks a clear summary of the overall process. The inclusion of personal commentary in the conclusion ('I would like say that it is very difficult process') is inappropriate for an Academic Task 1 report, which requires an objective tone. The description of the steps is somewhat mechanical and lacks the necessary synthesis of information to reach a higher band.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized into paragraphs, but the logical flow is hindered by awkward transitions and repetitive sentence structures. While some cohesive devices are used (e.g., 'Firstly', 'Moreover', 'In addition'), they are often used mechanically or incorrectly. The referencing is sometimes unclear, and the progression of ideas feels disjointed. The paragraphing is present but does not effectively group the stages of the process to aid the reader's understanding. More sophisticated linking words and better control over paragraph structure are needed to improve the flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and often inaccurate. There are several spelling errors, such as 'elobrate' (elaborate), 'liqued' (liquid), 'pulpe' (pulp), 'firber' (fiber), 'yam' (yarn), 'peieces' (pieces), and 'clothe' (cloth). The word choice is often imprecise, such as using 'whole clothe' instead of 'finished fabric'. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to describe the technical process accurately. To improve, the student should focus on learning process-specific terminology and improving spelling accuracy, as the current errors occasionally impede the reader's understanding of the manufacturing stages.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, including issues with subject-verb agreement ('it is going for cutting'), article usage, and sentence fragments. The sentence structures are predominantly simple, and attempts at more complex sentences often result in errors, such as 'THIS PROCESS CHART ILLUSTRATES THAT HOW FABRIC WAS MADE'. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with several run-on sentences and missing commas. The lack of control over basic grammar and the high frequency of errors significantly impact the clarity of the report.
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