Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · IELTS Academic Practice Accelerator · 2026-08-06
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The table gives information about the average hours spent on the Internet by European people of different age groups.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The table illustrated above depicts the understanding regarding the time spent by different age group individuals of Europe on the internet. Table shown have a row bar representing age in years on one side of column and other two represent the gender for example the male and the female groups. In the table the Uper value of age is 51+years while the lower one is 11. The male and female groups relying in each column varies according to age groups. In the uppermost row average eight hours and six hours in age 11 - 15 are spent on internet respectively. Similarly the 51 years of age groups have 2 ,3 hourse of time utilized on net. If we compare which age era of people are spending more time on internet it is of 16 to 20 years spending average time of 19 to 18 hourse of male and female respectively. This table will help researcher on understanding the excessive usage of internet by specific number of individuals.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response attempts to summarize the data but fails to provide a clear overview of the main trends. While it identifies some specific figures, it lacks a cohesive summary of the overall patterns, such as the peak usage in the 16-20 age group compared to the decline in older age groups. The description of the table structure is unnecessary and occupies space that should have been used for data analysis. The comparison between age groups is present but lacks the analytical depth required for a higher band. To improve, focus on grouping data logically and highlighting the most significant trends rather than listing individual data points.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is written as a single paragraph, which hinders the logical flow and organization of the information. There is a lack of cohesive devices to link ideas; sentences are often disjointed, making the progression of information feel mechanical. For example, the transition between describing the table structure and reporting the data is abrupt. To improve, use clear paragraphing to separate the overview from the detailed data analysis and employ a wider range of linking words (e.g., 'in contrast', 'furthermore', 'consequently') to connect sentences and ideas more effectively.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is somewhat limited and repetitive. There are several instances of awkward phrasing, such as 'understanding regarding the time spent' and 'row bar representing age'. The term 'hourse' is a spelling error, and 'utilized on net' is non-standard collocation. While the vocabulary is sufficient to convey the basic meaning, it lacks the precision and variety expected for an Academic Task 1 response. To improve, focus on using more precise terminology related to data description, such as 'fluctuated', 'peaked', 'declined', and 'proportion'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Examples include 'Table shown have a row bar' (subject-verb agreement), 'Uper value' (spelling), and 'male and female groups relying in each column' (incorrect word choice/grammar). The sentence structures are mostly simple, with limited attempts at complex sentences. Punctuation is also inconsistent. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement, correct article usage, and ensuring that complex sentence structures are used accurately. Proofreading for common errors like spelling and tense consistency is essential.
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