Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-10-05

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 5.5)

The chart illustrates how fabric is prepared from bamboo

Overall, it is clearly visible by the diagram that there are total nine steps in this process and it starts from planting the bamboo and end it by making clothes

A glance at the chart reveals that,planting the bamboo tree in the sprig and harvest in the autumn by the human which is very essential then it is cut into strips by the machine afterthat adding water and amine oxide to soften the fibres then onwards it separate long fibres from liquid which is also called as filter

A glance of another chart reveals that, after the filter it is crushed into strips by the machine to make liquid pupl afterwards it made in spin to make yam. then it is transfered into weave to make fabric simple cloth and the last process is to make clothes like t-shirt , socks by the humans then it is delivered to the shops

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 5.5

The response addresses the task partially, attempting to outline the main steps in the process of manufacturing bamboo fabric, from planting to final clothing items. However, the progression is somewhat muddled due to confusion in interpreting the stages shown in the diagram. For instance, the sequence of crushing strips into pulp and filtering is inaccurately described, and the writer misinterprets the chart's layout by referencing 'another chart' midway through. While an overview is attempted at the beginning, the lack of accurate sequencing and a clear, logical summarization of the core stages prevents the response from achieving a higher rating. To improve, the writer should carefully study the entire diagram before writing, ensure all nine steps are accurately described in their correct chronological order, and provide a clearer, more coherent overview of the entire manufacturing process without introducing confusion about the layout of the source material.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 5.5

The text demonstrates some basic organization, beginning with a general introductory sentence and attempting to guide the reader through the steps. However, there is a distinct lack of clear overall progression and logical flow. Cohesive devices are used awkwardly or repetitively, such as the over-reliance on phrases like 'A glance at the chart reveals that' and 'afterwards'. Furthermore, the paragraphing is weak; the response is broken into overly dense chunks that mix multiple steps without clear logical division, and the awkward transition to 'another chart' disrupts the text's coherence. Referencing is also imprecise, making it difficult for the reader to follow the exact sequence of events. To improve in this area, the writer needs to employ a wider and more accurate range of cohesive devices to link steps smoothly, use paragraph breaks purposefully to separate distinct phases of the process, and ensure that referencing words clearly point to the correct preceding information.

Lexical Resource: Band 5.5

The vocabulary used is limited and barely adequate for the task. The writer attempts some less common technical terms from the prompt, such as 'amine oxide', 'soften the fibres', and 'spun', but these are often accompanied by spelling errors (e.g., 'sprig' instead of spring, 'pupl' instead of pulp, 'yam' instead of yarn) and word choice inaccuracies (e.g., 'made in spin' instead of spun into yarn). There is also noticeable repetition of basic verbs and nouns throughout the response. These lexical errors and limitations occasionally cause difficulty for the reader in understanding the exact processes described. To reach the next band, the writer should expand their vocabulary range, practice precise collocations related to manufacturing processes, and pay closer attention to word formation and spelling to ensure clear and accurate communication.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 5.0

The response displays a very limited range of grammatical structures, relying heavily on simple sentences or poorly constructed run-on sentences joined loosely by conjunctions. Attempts at complex sentences are frequently faulty, leading to severe structural issues, such as missing main verbs and fragmented clauses (e.g., 'after that adding water and amine oxide to soften the fibres then onwards it separate long fibres from liquid'). There are frequent errors in verb forms, tense consistency, prepositions, and punctuation, particularly the absence of proper sentence-ending periods. These persistent errors frequently cause difficulty for the reader and obscure the intended meaning. To improve, the writer must focus on building complete grammatical sentences with clear subjects and main verbs, master basic punctuation such as full stops, and reduce the frequency of structural errors by practicing standard sentence patterns.

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