Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-17
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)
Procedure to manufacture fabric from bamboo plants is shown through depicting pictures. Pictures are being depicted in order of events in which they are carried out with steps marked and arrows drawn to show the order.
Firstly, bamboo plants are planted in spring and then harvested in Autumn as shown in the pictorial representation by depicting a farmer cuttting the bamboo plants. Eventually, they are cut into strips by blade and then crushed to maked liquid pulp. Afterwards, liquid is filterated to separate long fibres from liquid and eventually the fibre is softened by adding water and amine oxide .
The softened fibres are spinned to make yarn and then weaved to make fabric. At last, many types of clothes can then be made like socks and T-shirts as shown in diagram.
Simple steps are shown with easily understandable diagrams. Steps which required more details and explaination are written in brackets.
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 provides a clear overview of the bamboo manufacturing process, covering the stages from planting to the final product. However, the report lacks a clear 'main features' summary or a distinct overview paragraph, which is essential for a high band score in Task 1. While the sequence is followed, the description is somewhat mechanical and lacks the analytical comparison required for a higher band. For instance, the transition between the chemical processing and the mechanical weaving could be more explicitly linked to the transformation of the material. To improve, ensure you include a clear introductory overview that highlights the key stages of the process.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The response is logically organized, following the chronological order of the diagram. The use of cohesive devices such as 'Firstly', 'Eventually', 'Afterwards', and 'At last' helps guide the reader through the process. However, the paragraphing is somewhat disjointed; the final paragraph is very short and does not contribute significantly to the flow of the report. The referencing is generally clear, but the overall structure could be improved by grouping the stages into more cohesive paragraphs—perhaps one for the raw material preparation and one for the chemical and mechanical processing stages.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task, with terms like 'pictorial representation', 'liquid pulp', and 'amine oxide' used correctly. However, there are several instances of awkward word choice and minor errors, such as 'filterated' (should be 'filtered'), 'spinned' (should be 'spun'), and 'weaved' (should be 'woven'). These errors do not impede communication, but they demonstrate a limited control over word formation and collocation. To reach a higher band, focus on using more precise technical vocabulary and ensuring the correct forms of verbs are used in the passive voice.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors. For example, 'Procedure to manufacture' lacks an article ('The procedure'), and 'depicting pictures' is redundant. There are also issues with passive voice construction, such as 'Pictures are being depicted', which is unnatural in this context. While the meaning is generally clear, the frequency of these errors—including missing articles and incorrect verb tenses—prevents the response from reaching a higher band. Focusing on consistent use of the passive voice for process descriptions would significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.
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