Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-20

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 6.5)

The manufacturing process of bamboo fabris is presented visually in the form of a flowchart. It illustrates the complete step by step procedure, from raw materials to the final end product.

The production of bamboo fabric consists of 9 steps in total, which are to be followed in a sequential manner. The diagram communicates all the stages, from planting bamboo in spring to obtaining finished products.

Initial steps involve growing of bamboo plants in spring, followed by the harvesting of the plant in autumn. Next, the bamboo is cut into strips, which are then crushed to form a liquid pulp in step 4. Long fibres are separated from the pulp, with the help of a filter.

In step 6, the process of softening fibres takes place, by adding water and amine oxide. These softened fibres are then spinned to create yam, followed by weaving process which forms the bamboo fabric. In the last step, this bamboo fabris is used to manufacture clothing items like t-shirts and socks.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The student successfully covers all stages of the process diagram, from planting bamboo in spring to the final production of clothing items. An appropriate overview is provided in the opening paragraphs, highlighting that there are nine sequential steps. Key features are accurately reported, such as harvesting in autumn, crushing strips into liquid pulp, filtering out long fibres, softening with water and amine oxide, spinning into yarn, and weaving. The progression is logically communicated with clear reference to the visual prompt. Minor typos like 'fabris' or 'spinned' do not prevent the successful completion of the task, meeting the Band 7 requirements well.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response demonstrates clear logical organisation and progression throughout. The writing is divided into coherent paragraphs that transition smoothly from the introduction to the initial, middle, and final steps of the manufacturing process. Cohesive devices such as 'Initial steps', 'Next', 'In step 6', and 'In the last step' are used effectively to guide the reader through the linear diagram. Although paragraphing could be slightly more balanced, the overall structure supports a coherent reading experience, fitting the Band 7 descriptor.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The student uses a sufficient range of vocabulary appropriate for a process diagram, incorporating terms such as 'sequential manner', 'liquid pulp', 'amine oxide', and 'manufacturing process'. However, there are a few noticeable spelling and word-choice errors, including 'fabris' instead of 'fabric', 'spinned' instead of 'spun', and 'yam' instead of 'yarn'. These lexical slips indicate control characteristic of Band 6, as the vocabulary is adequate for the task but contains minor mechanical inaccuracies.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

A mix of simple and complex sentence structures is used throughout the response, such as participial phrases ('followed by the harvesting of the plant in autumn') and relative clauses. There are some minor grammatical inaccuracies, such as the unnecessary passive construction in 'which are to be followed' and an awkward comma placement in 'takes place, by adding'. However, these errors do not impede communication and the majority of simple sentences are accurate, securing a solid Band 6 score.

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