Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-16

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 below process diagram illustrates the fabric materials is manufactured from bamboo plants.

Overall, it is inferred that the manufacturing of fabric from bamboo has nine stages from planting bamboo to fabric materials such as t-shirts and shocks.

At first glance, In the beginning of process, planting bamboo plants in the season of spring. After that, the bamboo plants are harvest after some periods. It is harvested in autumn. Next, the bamboo plants are cut into small strips. Moreover, the strips are crushed to make a liquid pulp to make fibers.

Moving towards further details, after making liquid pulp of strips, it is filtered to separates long fibers from liquid pulp. In addition, In long fibers add water and amine oxide to make soften fibers. Then, spin the soften fibers to make yarn. Additionally, it weave to make proper fabric. In the end of the process, it is made complete t-shirts and shocks

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, identifying the nine stages involved. However, the description of the process is somewhat mechanical and lacks a cohesive flow between the stages. While the main features are reported, the response would benefit from more precise terminology regarding the chemical and mechanical transformations described in the diagram, such as 'dissolving' or 'extrusion'. The information is accurate, but the development of the stages is slightly repetitive in structure.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response is organised into logical paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the process. Cohesive devices are used, such as 'At first glance', 'After that', and 'Moving towards further details'. However, some of these transitions are used somewhat mechanically or inappropriately (e.g., 'At first glance' is not suitable for a process description). The referencing is generally clear, though the flow between sentences could be improved by using more varied linking words to avoid the repetitive 'Next', 'Then', and 'Additionally' structure.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks variety and precision. There are several errors in word choice and form, such as 'shocks' instead of 'socks' and 'soften fibers' instead of 'softened fibers'. The student relies on basic verbs like 'make' and 'add' repeatedly. To reach a higher band, the student should incorporate more specific process-related vocabulary, such as 'harvested', 'crushed', 'filtered', and 'woven', with greater attention to correct word forms and collocations.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures. However, there are frequent grammatical errors, particularly with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'fabric materials is manufactured') and article usage. Some sentences are fragmented or awkward, such as 'In long fibers add water and amine oxide to make soften fibers'. While the meaning is generally clear, these persistent errors in basic grammar and sentence construction limit the score. More attention to verb tenses and pluralisation is needed.

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