Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · 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 5.0)
This diagram illustrates the step-by-step process of production the fabric from bamboo as a raw material.
Overall,it is evident that the process take place nine steps started by planted and harvest the bamboo untill ended by formation the fabric.
Looking to the given information, the first step was planted the plant in the spring, prior to cutting the bamboo in to strips the plants haverst in autumn.then crush the strips to make liquid pulp. After that should be separated the long fibers from liquid this step called filter. Following to that the fibers soften by adding water and amine oxide.finally the product spin to makes yam. the last step weave to made. The fabric and shaped it to different kinds of clothes.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
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 you have attempted to outline the process, the description is underdeveloped and lacks the necessary detail to fully explain the stages shown in the diagram. For instance, the explanation of the chemical process (softening with amine oxide) is overly simplified. To improve, ensure you describe each stage with more precision and expand on the sequence to meet the length requirement. The overview is present but lacks the depth required for a higher band score.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is organized into a brief introduction and a single body paragraph. While there is a basic attempt at logical progression using transition words like 'first', 'after that', and 'finally', the flow is hindered by the lack of clear paragraphing and the brevity of the text. Cohesive devices are used in a somewhat mechanical way, and the lack of sufficient detail makes the overall structure feel disjointed. To improve, use more varied linking phrases and ensure each stage of the process is clearly separated into logical steps.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. You rely on basic verbs such as 'make', 'take', and 'do', which restricts your ability to describe the technical process accurately. There are also errors in word formation, such as 'planted' instead of 'planting' and 'haverst' instead of 'harvesting'. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise, topic-specific vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'extraction', 'processing', 'conversion', and 'textile production'. Expanding your range of verbs and nouns will help you convey the information more professionally.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are significant issues with verb forms and sentence structure, such as 'the process take place nine steps' (should be 'takes place in nine steps') and 'the product spin to makes yam' (should be 'the product is spun to make yarn'). The use of passive voice is inconsistent, which is problematic for a process description. You should focus on mastering the passive voice (e.g., 'the bamboo is harvested') and ensuring subject-verb agreement. The range of structures is limited to simple sentences, which prevents you from demonstrating higher-level grammatical control.
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