Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-29
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 illustrates the manufacturing process of fabrics from bamboo plant.
Overall, the process consists of nine steps including harvesting of plant to further industrial processing producing different kind of fabrics.
Farmer grow bamboo plants in spring season which is harvested in autumn. Harvested plant is cut down into fiber strips, fiber strips are then crushed down to yield liquid pulp and ling fibers are separated from liquid passing it through a filter. Fibers are then soften by adding water and amine oxide, fibers are spin to yield yarn, and yarn is weaved to make the actual desired fabric i.e. shirt, socks, etc. The process describes how a farm yielded plant passes through a series of processes including manual, mechanical, and chemical and finally producing the required fabric material.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process are identified, the description lacks the necessary detail and depth required for a Band 6 or higher. The summary is quite brief, and the lack of length prevents a full development of the information provided in the diagram. To improve, you should expand on the specific chemical and mechanical stages mentioned in the diagram, such as the bleaching or washing phases, to provide a more comprehensive overview of the process.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized into two paragraphs, which is a positive start. However, the progression of ideas is somewhat mechanical. The use of cohesive devices is limited, relying heavily on simple conjunctions like 'and' or 'then'. The transition between the harvesting stage and the industrial processing stage could be smoother. To improve, try using a wider range of linking words and phrases such as 'subsequently', 'following this', or 'once the bamboo has been processed' to better connect the various stages of the manufacturing cycle.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary used is generally adequate for the task, with terms like 'manufacturing process', 'liquid pulp', and 'amine oxide' being used correctly. However, there is some repetition of basic words like 'fiber' and 'process'. The range is somewhat limited, and there are minor issues with word choice, such as 'Farmer grow bamboo plants', which should be 'Farmers grow bamboo plants'. To reach a higher band, incorporate more precise vocabulary related to industrial processes, such as 'extraction', 'transformation', or 'conversion'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical errors, such as subject-verb agreement issues ('Farmer grow' instead of 'Farmers grow') and missing articles ('in spring season' should be 'in the spring season'). Additionally, some sentences are slightly awkward, such as 'ling fibers are separated from liquid passing it through a filter'. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they occur frequently enough to limit the score. Focusing on proofreading for articles and pluralization would be beneficial.
See this exact question answered at other band scores — the same prompt compared across bands.
Browse more IELTS Writing model answers or get your own writing scored by the same AI examiner.