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)

The diagram illustrates the process of manufacturing of fabric from bamboo.

Overall, The nine steps are happening in this manufacturing process. the process is starting from Plant bamboo plants ( spring). Additionally it is ending from the things that is made by it.

First of all the process is starts when plant bamboo plants in spring. further more next is Harvest ( Autumn ). Additionally when it is at the stage of grew then Cut into strips. To the next point Crush strips to make liquid pulp. Further more the next step is starts when it is filter, separate long fibers from liquid.

Additionally the Soften fibers add water and amine oxide. Further next it is to make spin of yarn and then the weave it to make the fabric. At the last stage is to made different things like socks, shirts , paints etc and then sell it in the markets.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final products. However, the description is quite mechanical and lacks a clear overview of the transformation process. While the main features are identified, the response fails to make meaningful comparisons or group the stages logically (e.g., cultivation, processing, and manufacturing). The summary is somewhat simplistic, and the lack of a clear, cohesive structure makes it difficult to follow the flow of the process effectively. To improve, you should focus on grouping the stages into logical phases and providing a more sophisticated overview of the entire cycle.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response is organized into a very short introduction and a single, dense paragraph. The use of cohesive devices is repetitive and often mechanical, such as the frequent use of 'Additionally' and 'Further more' at the start of almost every sentence. This makes the text feel disjointed rather than a smooth, flowing report. Paragraphing is insufficient; the entire process description should be broken down into logical stages (e.g., cultivation, chemical processing, and final production) to improve readability. Referencing is also weak, as the connection between the steps is often implied rather than explicitly stated through effective linking words.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, relying heavily on basic verbs like 'starts', 'make', and 'cut'. There is little attempt to use more precise, academic vocabulary related to manufacturing or industrial processes. For example, 'things that is made by it' is very informal and lacks the precision required for an Academic Task 1 report. There are also errors in word choice, such as 'paints' instead of 'pants' and 'grew' used as a noun stage. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more specific terminology such as 'extraction', 'transformation', 'synthetic', and 'textile production'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the flow of information. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'the process is starts'), incorrect verb forms (e.g., 'at the stage of grew'), and awkward sentence structures (e.g., 'it is to make spin of yarn'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with unnecessary capitalization and missing commas. The range of structures is limited to simple sentences, with few attempts at complex grammatical forms. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring correct tense usage, and avoiding run-on or fragmented sentences.

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