Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · IELTS Summit Mastery · 2026-08-27

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 5.0)

The table chart gives the information about different type of residence in great Britain between 1971 to 2007.

Overall, the number of alone person was increased by 2007. Whereas, Dependent children family numbers were slightly decreased , on the other hand lone parent figures rose significantly by the time.

To embark with , the family without children went up by 6% form 1971 to 2007 in Great Britain, whereas one person 's household was 6% in 1971 ,which jumps to 12% in 2007 .

However, dependent children 's family number was a half and decreased by 16 % from 1971 to 2007 in Britain . Moreover , the number of non dependent children household remained almost constant over the period . Household lone parent 's percentile was increased by 3 times, which was 4% and rose 12% in 1971 to 2007 in Great Britain.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which negatively impacts the score. While you have identified the main trends, the overview is somewhat simplistic. You successfully highlight the rise in 'alone' households and the decline in 'dependent children' families, but the data reporting is inconsistent. For instance, stating 'dependent children's family number was a half' is confusing and lacks precision. Furthermore, the analysis of the 'non-dependent children' category is brief. To improve, ensure you provide a clear, accurate summary of the data and meet the minimum length requirement to allow for full development of the main features.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate. Phrases like 'To embark with' are not standard academic English for starting a paragraph. Additionally, the transition between sentences is sometimes abrupt, and the referencing is occasionally unclear, such as in the final paragraph where the description of the lone parent figures becomes difficult to follow due to awkward phrasing. Improving the variety and accuracy of linking words will help create a smoother flow of information.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The range of vocabulary is limited and repetitive. You rely heavily on basic terms like 'number', 'increased', and 'decreased'. There are also issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'alone person' (should be 'one-person households') and 'percentile' (which refers to statistical distribution rather than percentage). Some phrasing is unnatural, such as 'rose 12% in 1971 to 2007'. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise vocabulary related to trends and data, such as 'proportion', 'fluctuated', or 'remained stable', and ensure you use these terms in the correct context.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

There is a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures, but the accuracy is inconsistent. You frequently make errors with articles ('the table chart', 'the number of alone person') and prepositions ('by the time', 'in 1971 to 2007'). Punctuation is also problematic, with unnecessary spaces before commas and periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, these frequent errors in basic grammar and sentence construction hinder the overall quality of the writing. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and correct article usage will significantly improve your clarity and accuracy.

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