Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-06

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 given process chart illustrate the information about how bamboo are manufactured by fabric .

In the initial stage , in the season of spring bamboo plants are planted .in autumn , plants are harvested by farmers and then in the third stage, bamboo plants cut by cutter into small strips after that small strips are send into the crush machine to make liquid pulp. in fifth stage , transfer into the filter machine for seperation of long fibre from liquid.

subsiquintly, in the sixth stage, to make soft fibre add some water and amine oxide . then spin by workers to make yam after that weave it to make fibric and after that in the final stage , different types of cloths are make like socks and shirts .

overall , in this process nine steps are contained to make cloths to bamboo tree . first start with plant bamboo tree and end with make different cloths . it is man made process . one step is missing all the process will be spoiled .

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers the main stages of the bamboo manufacturing process, from planting to the final product. However, the overview is weak; it focuses on the number of steps rather than identifying the key features of the process, such as the transformation from raw material to liquid pulp and then to fibre. The description of the steps is generally accurate, but the lack of a clear, analytical summary prevents a higher score. The final paragraph is somewhat redundant and does not contribute to the reporting of the process, which is a key requirement for Task 1.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of events. However, the use of cohesive devices is mechanical and repetitive (e.g., 'in the initial stage', 'in the third stage', 'in fifth stage', 'subsiquintly'). There is a lack of variety in linking words, and some transitions feel forced. The referencing is occasionally unclear, and the overall progression of ideas is somewhat disjointed, particularly in the final paragraph, which feels like an unnecessary addition rather than a cohesive conclusion.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks precision and variety. There are several spelling errors (e.g., 'subsiquintly', 'fibric', 'yam' instead of 'yarn') and awkward collocations (e.g., 'bamboo are manufactured by fabric'). The range of vocabulary is limited to basic process-related terms. To improve, the student should focus on using more precise technical terminology related to manufacturing processes and ensure accurate spelling of key terms. The repetition of basic verbs like 'make' and 'cut' further limits the lexical range.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors, particularly regarding subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'bamboo are manufactured', 'bamboo plants cut by cutter') and article usage. There is a heavy reliance on simple sentence structures, and attempts at more complex sentences often result in errors (e.g., 'one step is missing all the process will be spoiled'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with spaces placed incorrectly before commas and periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar significantly impacts the overall quality of the writing.

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