Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-05

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)

Given process chart describe that how produce fabric from bamboo.

Overall, to create fabric have a eight steps. Start with to planting trees after many procesure ending with getting clothes.

To generate a fabric, first step is planting a bamboo. It take time to mature big tree. Following this to harvest bamboo with agriculture tools, cutting into same size. Into third stage the cut bamboo converts into the strips using a mechanical machinar. then given strips are proceed and make a liquid pulp.

Now at stage five given pulp are putting into the refine stage where the strips are filter and made a separate long fibres. receive fibres is raw and soften fibres. In sixth stage add water and amine oxidet to made a spin also call yam. Yam isweaving and make a fabric all process are conclude at this stage. Afterward using weaving fabric make a clothes and socks

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers the main stages of the bamboo fabric manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. However, the overview is weak; it merely states there are eight steps without highlighting the key transformation stages or the nature of the process. The description of the stages is somewhat mechanical and lacks a clear, professional tone. While all parts of the diagram are addressed, the lack of a sophisticated overview and the somewhat repetitive nature of the descriptions prevent this from reaching a higher band. To improve, ensure the overview synthesizes the process rather than just counting the steps.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response uses basic sequencing words like 'first', 'following this', and 'in sixth stage' to guide the reader through the process. However, the paragraphing is poor; the entire body of the report is contained in two very short, dense paragraphs, which hinders readability. The use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive. There is a lack of variety in how the steps are linked, and the transition between the chemical processing and the final weaving stage feels abrupt. Improving the logical flow between sentences and using more varied cohesive devices would enhance the coherence of the report.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and contains several inaccuracies, such as 'procesure' (procedure), 'machinar' (machine), and 'yam' (yarn). The student relies on basic verbs like 'make', 'put', and 'get', which do not demonstrate the range required for a higher band. There are also issues with word forms, such as 'weaving fabric' instead of 'woven fabric'. While the meaning is generally clear, the lack of precision and the presence of spelling errors limit the score. Expanding the range of technical vocabulary related to manufacturing processes would be beneficial.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the flow of reading. There are consistent issues with article usage (e.g., 'a eight steps', 'a bamboo'), subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'it take time', 'given pulp are putting'), and sentence structure. The response relies heavily on simple sentences, and attempts at more complex structures often result in errors, such as 'Given process chart describe that how produce fabric from bamboo'. Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with the placement of commas. A focus on basic sentence construction and proofreading for subject-verb agreement is essential.

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