Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-25
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)
This diagram shows that how the fabric made from bamboo.In spring season first to need plants of bamboo.Then wait for autumn season,the labor harvest bamboo.Then the bamboo send into cutter factory.The bamboo cut into strips their.Then cut scripts is crush to make liquid pulp.Then the liquid is filtered,for separate long fibers from the liquid.Then liquid is add water and amine oxide.After these steps are taken soften fiber is spin for a long time to make yam.In steps eight the yam is weave for a long time to make fabric.In step nine fabric is used to make clothes.The main feature is ,liquid filtering for separate long fibers from liquid. If this step is not used ,the cloth of fabric is not pure.I think cut and crush is relevant, if the cutting is not used,long pieces are crush to make liquid pulp.If these steps are taken the fabric is manufactured from the bamboo.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from harvesting to the final product. However, the report lacks a clear overview or summary of the process, which is essential for Task 1. The student includes personal opinions ('I think cut and crush is relevant'), which is inappropriate for an academic report. The description of the steps is somewhat mechanical and lacks the synthesis required to achieve a higher band. While the main features are identified, the lack of a formal structure and the inclusion of subjective commentary limit the effectiveness of the response.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is written as a single block of text, which makes it difficult to follow. There is no paragraphing, and the use of cohesive devices is repetitive and mechanical. Almost every sentence begins with 'Then' or 'In steps', which creates a monotonous flow. While there is a chronological sequence, the lack of varied linking words and the absence of paragraph breaks hinder the logical progression of the report. The referencing is sometimes unclear, and the overall structure is quite basic.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive. The student relies on basic verbs like 'make', 'cut', and 'add' throughout the text. There are also errors in word choice and form, such as 'yam' instead of 'yarn' and 'soften fiber' instead of 'softened fiber'. The attempt to use more technical terms is hindered by inaccurate usage. To improve, the student needs to incorporate a wider range of process-related vocabulary, such as 'converted', 'processed', 'extracted', and 'transformed', and ensure correct word forms are used.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are consistent issues with article usage ('in spring season', 'the bamboo send into'), subject-verb agreement, and sentence structure. Many sentences are simple or poorly constructed, such as 'Then the bamboo send into cutter factory.' There is a lack of complex sentence structures, and punctuation is often misused or missing. The errors are frequent and pervasive, which significantly affects the readability of the report.
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