Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS Summit Mastery · 2026-08-01

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The table below shows the change in some household types in Great Britain from 1971 to 2007.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

PEOPLE IN HOUSEHOLDS BY TYPE OF HOUSEHOLD AND FAMILY

Student answer (Band 5.5)

In the given chart depicts about change in some household types in great Britain from 1971 to 2007. The given data was calibrated in percantage.

Overall, It is crystal clear that, Dependent children was had highest ratio in all period time. By contrast, Lone parent was had minimum

value of percentiles.

At the fleeting glance, It is evident that, In the prime one, One person household at 6% in the starting year. 8% in the year of 1881. In last three years not had any huge difference. Another striking, No children 19% in 1971. Left years was had more than 20%.Moreover, Dependent children had a highest ratio in all years.

Moving ahead, Firstly, Non dependent children was same in first two years at 10%.11% in 1991. In the last two years at 9%. Secondly, Lone parent at minimum in starting two year 4% and 6%. Similar in last two years at 12%.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response covers the main features of the data, such as identifying the highest and lowest categories. However, the analysis is somewhat superficial and lacks a clear, cohesive overview of the trends. The reporting of data is occasionally inaccurate (e.g., mentioning '1881' instead of 1981). While the main features are selected, the comparison between categories is limited, and the description of the trends is fragmented. To improve, ensure that the overview synthesizes the data rather than just listing figures, and double-check the accuracy of the years and percentages cited from the table.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organized into paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. The use of cohesive devices is mechanical and sometimes inappropriate, such as 'At the fleeting glance' or 'Moving ahead', which do not fit the academic tone. Referencing is often unclear, and the transition between sentences is abrupt. The structure of the paragraphs is repetitive, relying on simple lists of data rather than grouping information logically by trend or category. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear focus would significantly enhance the flow of the response.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, often relying on basic terms like 'highest ratio' or 'minimum value'. There are several instances of awkward phrasing and word choice errors, such as 'calibrated in percantage' and 'period time'. The student attempts to use some academic vocabulary, but the lack of precision and frequent errors in collocation hinder the clarity of the report. To reach a higher band, the student should focus on using more varied and precise vocabulary to describe trends, such as 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', or 'experienced a significant increase'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains frequent grammatical errors, particularly with verb tense and subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'Dependent children was had', 'Lone parent was had'). Sentence structures are predominantly simple, and there is a lack of complex sentence forms. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with unnecessary commas and incorrect capitalization. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar structures limits the score. The student should focus on mastering basic sentence construction and ensuring consistent verb tense usage throughout the report.

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