Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-27
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 picture present below describes the use of bamboo plants to manufacture fabric and its products.
Overall, there is a complete process of making of bamboo fabric from planting bamboo to making of products by using it. This process includes planting and harvesting to making final products by using its fabric.
In this diagram, first of all they plant bamboo plants in the summer. Then in autumn season they harvest the bamboo plants and send it into machines to cut it into strips.
After cutting, strips are crushed to make liquid pulp. In the next process after obtaining the pulp they separate long fibers from liquid by filtration. After the filtration water and amine oxide is added to soften the fiber.
In further process of making fabric yarn are made by spinning the fibers. Yarns are weaved to make fabric which is then used to make different products like clothing.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. However, the overview is somewhat repetitive, merely restating the prompt rather than highlighting the key trends or stages of the process. While the response addresses all parts of the task, the description of the chemical process (filtration and softening) is slightly simplified. To achieve a higher band, you should focus on synthesizing the information more effectively in the overview and ensuring that the transition between the mechanical and chemical stages is described with greater precision.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized logically, following the chronological order of the diagram. Paragraphing is used, though the structure is somewhat basic. Cohesive devices are present (e.g., 'In this diagram', 'After cutting', 'In further process'), but they are used in a slightly mechanical way. The flow between sentences is generally clear, but the connection between the filtration stage and the chemical softening stage could be smoother. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear thematic focus would enhance the overall coherence.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task, allowing for a clear description of the process. You use relevant terms such as 'harvest', 'crushed', 'liquid pulp', 'filtration', and 'spinning'. However, the range is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on simple phrasing. For instance, 'making of products' is repeated, and 'In further process' is slightly unnatural. To improve, try to incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to industrial processes and avoid repetitive sentence starters.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are several grammatical errors, such as 'The picture present below' (should be 'presents'), 'making of products by using it' (awkward phrasing), and 'yarn are made' (subject-verb agreement error; 'yarn' is uncountable or singular here). Punctuation is generally functional, but the control over complex structures is inconsistent. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and refining the use of articles would significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.
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