Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · 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 6.0)

The linear process diagram illustrates the production of cloth from bamboo.

Overall, it is evident that the process of manufacturing fabric from bamboo consists of nine substantial steps. It starts by the cultivation of bamboo plant during spring, followed by harvesting it, passed through several steps to make a fabric as a end product. Which is then used to form varieties of cloths as shirts and shocks.

At the glance, the bamboo tree is cultivated during Spring. In Autumn, it is harvested by farmer, then it is transferred into factories where the cutter cut it into the strips. After that, the strips are passed through crusher which crush strips to make a liquid pulp.

Furthermore, the pulp liquid is putted in the filter where long fibers are separated from liquid, then the water and amine oxide are added to soften the fibers. Consequently, spin is formed to make yarn, the yarn is woven to produce fabric. which in finally used to form cloths such as: shirts and socks.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The response successfully identifies the main features of the bamboo manufacturing process. You have clearly outlined the nine steps from cultivation to the final product. The overview is functional, though it could be more concise by avoiding the listing of every single step in the introduction. The description of the process is accurate and follows the logical flow of the diagram. To reach a higher band, ensure that the 'comparison' aspect is addressed more explicitly, perhaps by noting the transition from raw agricultural material to industrial chemical processing. Overall, you have covered all parts of the task well.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The essay is logically organized, with a clear progression from the initial cultivation to the final production of cloth. You have used some cohesive devices such as 'Furthermore', 'Consequently', and 'After that' to link ideas. However, the paragraphing is slightly unbalanced, and some transitions feel a bit mechanical. The use of punctuation is occasionally problematic, such as starting a sentence with 'Which is then used...' or 'which in finally used...', which disrupts the flow. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that sentences are grammatically complete would enhance the overall coherence.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe the process, such as 'cultivation', 'harvested', 'liquid pulp', and 'amine oxide'. There are some minor errors in word choice and form, such as 'putted' (should be 'put') and 'shocks' (likely meant 'socks'). While the vocabulary is adequate for the task, it lacks the precision and sophistication required for higher bands. Attempting to use more precise collocations, such as 'chemical processing' or 'industrial manufacturing', would strengthen your lexical range.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. However, there are several grammatical errors that occasionally impede the flow, such as 'It starts by the cultivation' (should be 'with the cultivation'), 'the cutter cut it' (should be 'cutters cut it'), and 'spin is formed' (should be 'spun'). The misuse of relative clauses starting with 'which' as independent sentences is a recurring issue. While the meaning remains clear, the frequency of these errors limits the score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and correct sentence boundaries will help improve your accuracy.

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