Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-01
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)
This diagram shows how fabric is manufactur d from bamboo step by step . The fabric manufactured from bamboo is yarn .
Basically , bamboo is a spring plant , it is grown fully in spring and harvested in the season of autumn . After harvesting bamboo is sent to factories to be turned into a fabric. Where in factories firstly bamboo is cut into strips , into long strips , them these are strips are crushed to make a liquid pulp . Afterwards ,liquid pulp is filtered , to separate long fibres of bamboo from liquid material. To soften those long fibres , water and amino oxide is added to the fibres as the bamboo fibres are really hard . Fibres then spin around it again and again to make a yarn. Furthermore that yarn is weave to make a fabric , which can be used to make garments . And as expected that fabric is definitely used to make different types of clothing for example t shirt , socks. Hats etc .
This is one of the great fabric it traps heat in the body so we can use this fabric especially in winters to keep ourselves warm
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 the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from harvesting to the final product. However, the inclusion of personal opinion in the final paragraph—stating that the fabric is 'great' and suggesting its use in winter—is inappropriate for an Academic Task 1 report, which requires an objective summary of the provided data. While the main features are identified, the description of the process is somewhat informal and lacks the analytical tone required for this task type. To improve, focus strictly on describing the visual information provided without adding external commentary or subjective evaluations.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of the process. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive (e.g., 'Afterwards', 'Furthermore'). There are also issues with referencing; for instance, the phrase 'Fibres then spin around it again and again' is unclear, as it is not evident what 'it' refers to. The transition between the process description and the final paragraph is abrupt, and the overall logical flow would benefit from more sophisticated linking words to connect the stages of the manufacturing process more fluidly.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate to describe the process, but it is somewhat limited and repetitive. Phrases like 'really hard' and 'great fabric' are too informal for an academic report. There are also some inaccuracies in word choice, such as 'spring plant' and 'spin around it', which do not accurately reflect the technical nature of the manufacturing process. To reach a higher band, you should aim to use more precise, subject-specific terminology related to industrial processes and avoid colloquial language.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Examples include 'manufactur d', 'them these are strips are crushed', and 'that yarn is weave'. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with unnecessary spaces before commas and periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic sentence construction and verb forms (e.g., 'is weave' instead of 'is woven') limits the score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and correct verb tense usage will significantly improve your accuracy.
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