Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-30
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 provided diagram illustrates the process of manufacturing of fabric from bamboo step by step.
Overall, the process includes of 9 steps with the beginning of planting bamboo plants in spring season and finish with making clothes.
Initially, bamboo plants are cultivated in spring season for its suitable growth and development. After planting bamboo, leave it for growing into its mature stage. Following by mature stage, harvesting of bamboo is done in autumn season, harvesting can be done manually by hand and it is cut into strips using cutter. Subsequently, after cutting into strips, they are crush to make liquid pulp.
After making liquid pulp, the liquid is transferred onto filter to separate long fibers from liquid. Next step is softening fibers by adding water and amine oxide in fiber. After softening fiber it is spin to make yam and weave it to make fabric. Finally, after making fabric it is used to make fabric clothes and sell it into the markets or to buyers.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers all stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from cultivation to the final product. The overview identifies the number of steps and the start and end points, which is a good practice. However, the description of the process is somewhat mechanical and lacks a clear focus on the 'main features' or significant comparisons. For instance, the transition from raw material to chemical processing could be highlighted more effectively. While all parts of the prompt are addressed, the development of the information is slightly repetitive in its structure, which limits the depth of the analysis.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The response is logically organized into paragraphs, with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. The use of cohesive devices such as 'Initially', 'Following by', 'Subsequently', and 'Finally' helps the reader follow the sequence of events. However, some of these devices are used in a slightly mechanical or repetitive way. Additionally, the referencing is occasionally unclear, such as in the phrase 'softening fibers by adding water and amine oxide in fiber', where the connection between the steps could be smoother. Overall, the progression of ideas is clear, but the flow could be more sophisticated.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary used is adequate for the task, covering the necessary technical terms like 'cultivated', 'harvesting', 'liquid pulp', and 'amine oxide'. However, there are some inaccuracies in word choice and collocation, such as 'making liquid pulp' (instead of 'producing' or 'creating') and 'making fabric clothes' (which is redundant). The range of vocabulary is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on basic verbs like 'make' and 'do'. To reach a higher band, the student should incorporate more precise verbs and nouns related to industrial manufacturing processes.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are several grammatical errors that persist throughout the text. Examples include 'the process includes of 9 steps' (incorrect preposition), 'with the beginning of planting' (awkward phrasing), and 'it is spin to make yam' (incorrect verb form 'spun' and spelling 'yarn'). There are also issues with article usage and subject-verb agreement. While these errors do not impede communication, they are frequent enough to prevent a higher score in this criterion.
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