Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-10

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The pie charts below show exports from various EU countries to India and China in 2000 and 2011.

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

EU Exports of Goods to India and China in 2000 and 2011

Student answer (Band 5.5)

The following graph illustrates about the EU exports of goods to india and china in the year 2000 and 2011. It can be observed in India that we can see a escalation in the goods from Germany as it is increased from 15% to 25% in the year 2011, it can be seen that enormous drop in exporting goods in United Kingdom as it is 29% in the year 2000 and in 2011 it is only 13%. Moreover, we can see drop of 5% in the belgium as it is 25% in the year 2000 and in 2011 it is 20%.

Furthermore, it can seen that substantial growth in Germany as it is increased by 10% as it is 38% earlier but now it is 48% exporting of goods from Germany, coming to France we can see a 3% drop from 13% to 10% in the year 2011. Moreover, coming to United Kingdom we can see only 2% diminish from 9% to 7%.

In the forth coming years we can see increase in exporting goods in Germany as well as United kingdom.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers the main features of the pie charts, identifying key trends for India and China. However, the analysis is somewhat superficial and lacks a clear overview. While you mention specific percentages, the report would benefit from a more structured comparison between the two years. The final sentence is speculative ('In the forth coming years...') and is not supported by the data provided, which is a significant issue in an Academic Task 1 response. To improve, focus on grouping data logically and providing a clear summary of the most significant changes without introducing external predictions.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical flow is hindered by repetitive sentence structures and a lack of varied cohesive devices. Phrases like 'it can be seen' and 'we can see' are used excessively, making the writing feel mechanical. The transition between the two charts is abrupt, and the connection between ideas within paragraphs is often weak. Using a wider range of linking words (e.g., 'conversely', 'in contrast', 'meanwhile') would help improve the flow and make the progression of information more logical and easier to follow.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks the precision and variety required for a higher band. You rely on basic verbs like 'increased' and 'drop' repeatedly. There are also some awkward collocations and minor errors, such as 'diminish' used as a noun instead of 'decrease' or 'decline'. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more sophisticated vocabulary related to data description, such as 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', or 'accounted for', and ensure that word forms are used correctly in context.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Issues include incorrect verb tenses ('it is increased'), missing articles, and awkward phrasing ('it can seen that substantial growth'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with comma splices. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic sentence construction prevents the response from reaching a higher band. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and consistent tense usage will significantly improve your accuracy.

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