Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · IELTS Summit Mastery · 2026-08-14

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 7.0)

The table illustrates changes in the distribution of individuals across various household types in Great Britain from 1971 to 2007, as presented in the official survey data over this timeframe.

Overall, the proportion of people living in traditional nuclear families with dependent children decreased significantly over the period, whereas single person households, childless couples, and lone parent families all became noticeably more common.

In 1971, couples with dependent children represented the majority of the population at 52%. However, this figure experienced a steadily decline, falling to 36% by 2007. Conversely, the percentage of couples with non-dependent children remained largely stable, hovering between 9% and 11% throughout the timeframe.

In contrast, single person households doubled from 6% to 12% between 1971 and 2007. lone parent households followed a similar upward pattern, tripling from 4% to 12%. Finally, the share of couples without children rose consistently from 19% in 1971 to 25% in 2007, making them the second largest category.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

The response effectively addresses the task by identifying the main trends and providing relevant comparisons. You have clearly highlighted the decline in nuclear families and the growth in other categories like single-person and lone-parent households. The overview is concise and captures the essence of the data. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are accurate; for instance, you noted that lone parent households tripled from 4% to 12%, which is mathematically correct, but ensure such comparisons are consistently applied across all categories to provide a more comprehensive analysis of the shifts over the 36-year period.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The essay is well-organized with a logical progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a clear focus, moving from an introduction and overview to specific details. Cohesive devices such as 'whereas', 'conversely', 'in contrast', and 'finally' are used effectively to link ideas and contrast trends. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the information flows smoothly from one point to the next. The structure is clear and easy to follow, which is a hallmark of a high-scoring response in this criterion.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for an academic task. Phrases like 'distribution of individuals', 'traditional nuclear families', and 'upward pattern' are used accurately. There is a sufficient range to convey meaning with precision. To improve further, try to incorporate more sophisticated collocations or less common lexical items to describe trends, such as 'a marginal fluctuation' or 'a pronounced shift'. The current vocabulary is accurate and fits the context well, with no errors that impede communication.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures effectively. Most sentences are error-free, showing good control over grammar and punctuation. However, there is a minor error in the third paragraph: 'this figure experienced a steadily decline'. This should be 'a steady decline' (adjective) or 'declined steadily' (adverb). Despite this, the majority of your sentences are accurate, and the grammatical control is strong throughout the text. The use of complex structures is consistent and generally error-free.

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