Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-21

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 7.5)

The pie charts compare the proportions of goods exported from EU countries to India and China in 2000 and 2011.

Overall, Germany was the largest exporter to China in both years, while the United Kingdom had the highest share of exports to India in 2000. By 2011, Germany became the largest exporter to India as well. In general, Germany's share increased considerably, while the UK's share decreased.

In 2000, the UK accounted for the largest proportion of exports to India, at 29%, followed by Belgium at 25% and Germany at 15%. By 2011, Germany's share had risen to 25%, while Belgium's fell to 20% and the UK's dropped sharply to 13%. France and Italy each accounted for around 9%.

For exports to China, Germany was already dominant in 2000, representing 38% of total exports. France and Italy followed with 13% and 9%, respectively. In 2011, Germany's share increased further to 48%, while France and Italy accounted for 10% and 8%. The UK also rose slightly from 4% to 7%.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5

The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have provided a clear overview of the main trends and successfully selected and reported key features from the pie charts. The comparisons between the two years and the two destinations (India and China) are accurate and well-supported by the data provided. You have successfully identified the shift in Germany's dominance and the decline of the UK's share in India. The information is presented in a logical manner, and the summary is balanced, covering both countries and both time periods without omitting significant data points.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a distinct focus: the introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs detailing the specific data for India and China. Cohesive devices such as 'while', 'by 2011', 'followed by', and 'in general' are used effectively to link sentences and ideas. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the information flows smoothly from one point to the next. There is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive use of cohesive devices, and the referencing is clear throughout the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey the information precisely. Phrases like 'accounted for the largest proportion', 'rose slightly', and 'dropped sharply' demonstrate a good command of descriptive language suitable for reporting data. The vocabulary is accurate and appropriate for an academic task. While the range is sufficient, incorporating a few more sophisticated synonyms for 'increased' or 'decreased' could elevate the response further. There are no spelling errors, and the word choice is consistently natural and precise throughout the report.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5

The response displays a good variety of complex sentence structures, such as the use of subordinate clauses ('while the United Kingdom had the highest share...') and participial phrases. The grammar is highly accurate, with the majority of sentences being error-free. Punctuation is used correctly to separate clauses and list data points. The control over tense usage—switching between the past tense for 2000 and the past perfect for 2011—is handled with precision. There are no significant grammatical errors that impede communication.

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