Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-08-31
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 table illustrates the process of preparation of fabric, used to make cloths, from bamboo.
Overall, manufacturing of bamboo fabric involves 9 different stages. This begins from harvesting of bamboo plants in the season of autumn. Finally, after the yarn of made by spinning it is weaved in materials.
Crops of bamboo are grown in spring. After the irrigation and weed control, the plants are harvested in fall. Later, using advanced machinery which is a wheel like structure with sharp ends, bamboo is cut into strips. Then, these long strips are crushed; as a result liquid is formed. This liquid which contains pulp and other materials are purified using a conical shaped filter.
The process then reaches to next step by adding water and amine oxide which soften the fibres. Yarn is made out of it by spinning it manually. Lastly, this thread like structure is utilised to manufacture fabrics by a process of weaving. This can be done by man power as well as using a machine. These clothes can be further stitched into dress which can be worn in various different ways.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers all stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from harvesting to the final product. The overview identifies the number of stages and the start and end points, which is a positive feature. However, the description of the process is somewhat mechanical and lacks a clear focus on the 'main features' or significant comparisons. For instance, the distinction between the mechanical and chemical stages could have been highlighted more effectively to demonstrate a better grasp of the process flow. While the task is addressed, the development of the information is somewhat basic, preventing it from reaching a higher band.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is organised into logical paragraphs, with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs detailing the process. Cohesive devices such as 'Finally', 'After', 'Later', and 'Then' are used to sequence the steps. However, some transitions feel slightly repetitive or mechanical. The referencing is generally clear, though the connection between sentences could be smoother to improve the flow of information. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the stages of the process, which helps the reader follow the progression of the manufacturing cycle.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task, allowing the student to describe the process clearly. Terms like 'irrigation', 'purified', 'amine oxide', and 'weaving' are used correctly. However, there is a lack of more sophisticated or precise vocabulary that would elevate the response. Some phrasing is slightly awkward, such as 'yarn of made by spinning' and 'thread like structure'. There are also minor errors in word choice, such as 'cloths' instead of 'clothing' or 'fabric'. The range is sufficient to communicate the process but does not demonstrate a high level of flexibility.
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 inaccuracies. For example, 'manufacturing of bamboo fabric' should be 'the manufacturing of bamboo fabric', and 'yarn of made by spinning it is weaved in materials' is syntactically confused. There are also issues with article usage and subject-verb agreement, such as 'liquid which contains pulp... are purified'. These errors occur frequently but do not significantly impede communication. To improve, the student should focus on sentence construction and proofreading for basic grammatical slips.
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