Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-19
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 pie chart given show the exports from various EU countries to India and China in 2000 and 2011. In 2000 the United Kingdom (UK) have the 29% of exports to India as compared to other European countries. But in 2011 this number is so small. The Belgium is also the second largest good exporter for India in 2000. But on the other hand in 2011 there is small drop in its percentage which is 5%. Now the Belgium contribute only 20% in the whole chart. Germany is also the third largest exporter for India in this chart. But in this 2011 its percentage is increased as compared to 2000. While on the other hand there are also small EU Countries like Spain, Sweden ETC which also have the contribution in the export race.
In case of China in 2000 Germany is the largest good exporter for China as compared to India and there is significantly increased in its number in 2011 which is 48%. France and UK is also the second and third largest exporter in 2000 but in 2011 there is small drop in both numbers. But this drop is small as compared to India
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main features of the pie charts, but the analysis is somewhat superficial. While you identify some key trends, you struggle to make meaningful comparisons between the two years or between the two destinations (India and China). For instance, describing a change as 'so small' or 'a small drop' lacks the precision required for an Academic Task 1 report. You should focus on highlighting the most significant shifts, such as Germany's substantial growth in exports to China, rather than listing individual country percentages in a repetitive manner. The overview is missing; a summary of the most striking trends across the two charts is essential for a higher band.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organised into two paragraphs, which is a logical approach. However, the use of cohesive devices is repetitive and sometimes mechanical. You rely heavily on 'But' and 'on the other hand' to transition between sentences, which makes the flow feel disjointed. Referencing is occasionally unclear, such as when you mention 'this number' or 'its percentage' without explicitly linking it back to the specific country or year. To improve, try using a wider variety of linking words and ensure that each sentence clearly connects to the previous one to create a smoother progression of ideas.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks the precision and range expected at higher levels. You use basic phrases like 'small drop' and 'largest good exporter' repeatedly. There are also some awkward collocations, such as 'export race' and 'contribute in the whole chart', which sound unnatural. To reach a higher band, you need to use more sophisticated vocabulary related to data description, such as 'accounted for', 'witnessed a decline', or 'experienced a significant surge'. Spelling is generally accurate, but the range of vocabulary is limited to simple descriptive terms.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
There are frequent grammatical errors throughout the text that occasionally impede clarity. Common issues include subject-verb agreement ('The pie chart given show', 'UK have the 29%'), missing articles ('The Belgium'), and incorrect tense usage ('in 2011 this number is so small'). You rely mostly on simple sentence structures. While you attempt some complex sentences, they are often marred by errors, such as 'there is significantly increased in its number'. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and using articles correctly, while also practicing the construction of complex sentences to describe trends more accurately.
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