Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-15

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 illustration depicts the manufacturing of outfits using bamboo.

Overall, the whole creation is split into eight steps from planting bamboo trees during Spring then harvesting and making the strips into pulp for yarn production. Finally, this yarn weaved into outfit pieces.

Foremost, the bamboo is planted during the Spring season. After a certain time when the Spring season passes, during the Autumn season these plants are harvested. The bamboo then is cut into strips to crush and then to use them to make pulp which is an essential part of this process.

Moreover, the crushed strips are then filtered properly to remove the longer particles from these pieces. The only chemical is used in the further process which includes a substance called amine oxide mixed with water to soften the filtered product. The delicate fibres are then spun into yarn to weave and create the desired fabric. The final products are the clothing pieces made from this fabric.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers all stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. The overview is clear and identifies the eight-step sequence. However, the description of the process is somewhat simplistic. For instance, the transition from 'crushed strips' to 'filtered' and the chemical treatment could be explained with more precision regarding the transformation of the material. While the main features are reported, the response lacks a more analytical approach to the technical stages, such as the specific role of the chemical solution in creating the yarn. Overall, it addresses the requirements of the task adequately.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. The use of cohesive devices such as 'Overall', 'Foremost', 'Moreover', and 'Finally' helps to guide the reader through the stages of the process. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the referencing could be smoother. For example, the sentence 'The only chemical is used in the further process' is slightly awkward in its placement and connection to the previous sentence. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the chronological stages of the manufacturing cycle.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, with terms like 'manufacturing', 'harvested', 'filtered', and 'delicate fibres' used correctly. However, the range is somewhat limited, and there are instances of imprecise word choice, such as 'outfit pieces' instead of 'textiles' or 'garments', and 'The only chemical is used' which is grammatically and lexically slightly unnatural. To reach a higher band, the student should incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to industrial processes, such as 'extraction', 'dissolving', or 'extrusion'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are some grammatical inaccuracies, such as 'this yarn weaved into outfit pieces' (should be 'is woven') and 'The only chemical is used in the further process' (which is slightly ambiguous). Additionally, there are minor issues with article usage and prepositional phrases. Despite these errors, the meaning remains clear throughout the text, and the errors do not impede communication. A wider variety of complex structures would be needed to achieve a higher score.

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