Band 4.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 4.5 · IELTS Summit Mastery · 2026-09-04

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 4.5)

The table depicts the information about variation in some household types in great Britain during 1971 to 2007.

overall the highest proportion during the given time period was dependent children, whereas the least percentage was one person in great Britain.

During the given time period 1971 to 2001, the highest was the dependent children around in 1971 it was 6% it was gradually increased in 1981 it reached at 8% while in 1991 it was boost at 11% and during the 2001 to 2001 it was increased at 12%.

whereas, the the

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0

The response is significantly under the 150-word minimum requirement, which severely impacts the task achievement. Because the essay is incomplete and cuts off mid-sentence, it fails to provide a comprehensive overview or report on the main features of the data. The analysis of the trends is limited to only one category (dependent children) and lacks the necessary comparisons between different household types as requested by the prompt. To improve, you must ensure you cover all categories presented in the table and provide a full, structured report that meets the length requirement.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 4.0

The response lacks a clear structure or logical progression due to its incomplete nature. While there is an attempt at an introduction and an overview, the lack of paragraphing and the abrupt ending make it difficult to follow. Cohesive devices are used in a very mechanical way (e.g., 'whereas', 'during the given time period'), and the referencing is unclear. To achieve a higher score, you need to organize your data into distinct paragraphs—typically an introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs—and use linking words more naturally to connect your ideas.

Lexical Resource — Band 4.5

The vocabulary is quite basic and repetitive, relying heavily on phrases from the prompt. There are issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'it was boost at 11%' and 'variation in some household types'. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to demonstrate the flexibility required for higher bands. To improve, focus on using more precise verbs to describe trends, such as 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', or 'experienced a sharp rise', and ensure you use appropriate terminology for data reporting.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 4.5

The text contains frequent grammatical errors that hinder clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement, tense consistency, and sentence structure (e.g., 'it was gradually increased', 'it reached at 8%'). The sentence construction is simplistic, and the incomplete final sentence demonstrates a lack of control over complex structures. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence patterns, ensuring correct use of prepositions, and proofreading for common errors like missing articles or incorrect verb forms.

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