Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · 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 5.5)

The diagram below illustrates how fabric is produced from bamboo.

Overall, the process consists of eight stages. It begins with planation of bamboo plants in spring and ends with producing the final fabric products like socks and T-shirts.

Initially, the bamboo plants are planted in spring. Once it reached the maturity stage. It is harvested by farmers. Next,

The matured bamboo plants are cut to make stripes by a sharp blade. Further these resulting stripes are crushed to extract liquid pulp. Additionally, fibres are separated from liquid pulp through a filter.

In the sixth stage, fibres are treated with chemicals by adding water and amino oxide. The resulted material are spun to make yarn. In the last stage, yarn are woven to make T-shirts, socks and jackets.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the ability to fully develop the description of the process. While the main stages are identified, the under-length nature of the response means that the overview and the detail provided are insufficient. The summary covers the start and end points, but the lack of length prevents a more comprehensive reporting of the process features. To improve, you must expand on the details of each stage, perhaps by describing the physical changes or the specific conditions mentioned in the diagram more thoroughly.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of the process. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive (e.g., 'Initially', 'Next', 'Further', 'Additionally'). There are also issues with sentence structure, such as the fragment 'Once it reached the maturity stage.' which disrupts the flow. To improve, focus on using a wider variety of linking words and ensure that your sentences are complete and logically connected to one another to create a smoother progression of ideas.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary used is generally adequate for describing a process, but it lacks the range and precision expected at higher bands. You rely on basic terms like 'cut', 'crushed', and 'make'. While these are accurate, they do not demonstrate a sophisticated command of language. There are also minor errors in word choice, such as 'planation' instead of 'planting'. To improve, try to incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'processed', 'converted', or 'transformed'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

There are several grammatical errors that affect the clarity of the writing. For instance, 'The resulted material are spun' contains a subject-verb agreement error ('material' is singular, 'are' is plural). Additionally, there are punctuation errors, such as the sentence fragment 'Once it reached the maturity stage.' which should be joined to the following sentence. While you attempt some complex structures, the frequency of these errors is noticeable. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and ensuring all sentences are complete will help improve your score.

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