Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-26

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 images illustrates the exports many EU countries to India and China in 2000 and 2011.

Over all it is clear from the chart that Belgium, United Kingdom and Germany made more than half the total of EU exports to India in both years, while Germany highest export of goods to China in both time frames.

In 2000, from the total goods exported from Eu to India, the United Kingdom exported up to 29% of goods to India, followed by Belgium and Germany at 25% and 15% respectively. France, Italy, Netherlands and others contributed a minimal percent of good exported to India in 2000 at 8%, 7%, 4%, and 5% respectively. Few countries like Sweden, Spain, Finland and Austria could not export in total up to 10% when combined together. Furthermore, in the same year 2000, Germany export to China was the highest at 38%, followed by France at 13%. Subsequently, Italy and United Kingdom recorded 9% each of their total export to China in 2000. Finland, Belgium, and Netherlands stood at 6%, 5%, 4% respectively. In the same year Austria and Spain exported 2% each to China while other EU countries exported only 4% to China in 2000.

By 2011, the

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response is incomplete, as it cuts off abruptly after the first sentence of the second paragraph. Consequently, the task is not fully addressed, as the 2011 data for India and the comparative analysis for China are missing. While the introduction and the first body paragraph successfully identify some main features and trends, the failure to complete the report significantly impacts the score. To improve, ensure you allocate time to cover all data points presented in the charts, including the final year, to provide a comprehensive summary.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay begins with a clear structure, using an introduction and a body paragraph. However, the abrupt ending prevents a logical conclusion or a full progression of ideas. Cohesive devices such as 'Furthermore' and 'Subsequently' are used to link ideas, but the overall coherence is severely undermined by the incomplete nature of the text. To reach a higher band, ensure that your response is fully developed and that paragraphs are balanced, leading to a logical conclusion that synthesizes the main trends observed in the data.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, with terms like 'contributed', 'recorded', and 'minimal percent' used correctly. However, there are some inaccuracies, such as 'The images illustrates' (subject-verb agreement error) and 'in both time frames' (which is slightly awkward in this context). The range of vocabulary is somewhat limited, relying heavily on basic descriptors. To improve, try to incorporate more precise academic vocabulary related to data trends, such as 'accounted for', 'constituted', or 'a significant proportion'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains several grammatical errors that affect clarity. Examples include 'The images illustrates' (should be 'The images illustrate'), 'Germany highest export' (missing verb 'had the'), and 'in total up to 10%' (awkward phrasing). While there is an attempt to use complex structures, the control is inconsistent. The sentence fragments and missing verbs suggest a need for more careful proofreading. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and ensuring every sentence has a clear main verb will significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.

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