Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-24

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)

The diagram illustrates the fabric is manufactured from bamboo.

Overall, in this diagram show how bamboo fabric is made such as plants spring, harvest autumn than filter separate long fibres from liquid in the last make a shirt and socks. the complete process is manufactured.

According to the diagram bamboo fabric consists 9 process. the first process bamboo fabric is plant bamboo plants spring, secondly, bamboo harvest in autumn after that cut into strips. bamboo fabric 4 process is crush strips to make liquid pulp.

according to the picture 5 process of bamboo fabric is filter separate long fibres from liquid, six step is soften fibres add water and amine oxide, after that spin to make yam and the last two steps is weave to make fabric finally, make a shirt and sockes for wearing.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.5

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While the student identifies the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, the description is overly simplistic and lacks the necessary detail to fully explain the transformation. The overview is poorly constructed and does not effectively highlight the key trends or stages of the process. Furthermore, the response is under-developed, failing to provide a comprehensive summary of the diagram. To improve, the student should aim to expand on each stage of the process and ensure the overview provides a clear, concise summary of the entire procedure.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response lacks a clear logical progression. While there is an attempt to use sequencing words like 'first', 'secondly', and 'after that', the paragraphing is ineffective and the overall structure is disjointed. The sentences are often repetitive and lack the necessary cohesive devices to link ideas smoothly. The transition between the introduction and the body paragraphs is abrupt, and the lack of clear paragraph breaks makes the text difficult to follow. Improving the use of linking phrases and ensuring each paragraph has a clear focus would significantly enhance the coherence of the writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive, relying heavily on basic terms such as 'process', 'make', and 'bamboo'. There is little evidence of a range of vocabulary suitable for describing a technical or industrial process. Errors in word choice, such as 'yam' instead of 'yarn' and 'sockes' instead of 'socks', are present. To achieve a higher band, the student needs to incorporate more precise, topic-specific vocabulary related to manufacturing, such as 'extraction', 'conversion', 'processing', and 'textile production', and focus on accurate spelling and word formation.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The grammatical range is very limited, consisting mostly of simple sentence structures. There are frequent errors in basic grammar, including missing articles ('the diagram', 'the bamboo'), incorrect verb forms ('is manufactured' instead of 'shows how fabric is manufactured'), and punctuation issues. The lack of complex sentence structures prevents the student from demonstrating a higher level of grammatical control. To improve, the student should focus on mastering basic sentence construction, including correct subject-verb agreement and the appropriate use of articles, before attempting more complex structures.

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