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 is woven 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 further process includes a substance called amine oxide mixed with water to soften the filtered product. The delicate fibres are then spun into yarn and woven to create the desired fabric. The final products are the clothing pieces made from this fabric.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| 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 planting to the final product. However, the summary is somewhat basic. While it identifies the key steps, it lacks a clear, analytical overview of the transformation process. The description of the stages is accurate, but it misses some technical details shown in the diagram, such as the specific chemical treatment or the extrusion process. To reach a higher band, you should focus on synthesizing the information more effectively rather than simply listing the steps in chronological order. Ensure that the 'main features' are highlighted more prominently in the overview paragraph.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is organized into logical paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the process. The use of cohesive devices such as 'Foremost', 'Moreover', and 'Finally' provides a basic structure. However, the flow between some sentences feels a bit mechanical. The transition between the harvesting stage and the chemical processing stage could be smoother. Additionally, the referencing is generally clear, but the overall progression could be improved by using more varied linking phrases to connect the stages of the manufacturing cycle more fluidly. The paragraphing is appropriate for this type of task.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing for a clear description of the process. You use some relevant terms like 'manufacturing', 'pulp', 'fibres', and 'woven'. However, the range is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on simpler phrasing. For instance, 'outfit pieces' and 'creation' are not the most precise terms for a technical process. To improve, try to incorporate more specific technical vocabulary related to industrial manufacturing processes, such as 'extraction', 'conversion', or 'synthetic'. The word choice is functional but lacks the precision required for a higher band score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response demonstrates a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are some grammatical inaccuracies, such as 'the whole creation is split into eight steps from planting bamboo trees during Spring then harvesting and making the strips into pulp'. This sentence is slightly awkward and lacks parallel structure. Additionally, 'the bamboo then is cut' should be 'the bamboo is then cut'. While these errors do not impede communication, they occur frequently enough to prevent a higher score. Increasing the variety of complex structures and ensuring subject-verb agreement will help improve your accuracy.
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