Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-29

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 5.0)

The pie charts illustrete the exports from diffrent EU nations to india and china in 2000 and 2011.

Overall, total four 4 pie charts are presented. 2 pie chart show the information of in year 2000, Two of 2 various country India and china. Like as, remeing 2 charts show the information details of year 2000 of same countries. However, from diffrent year.

To commence with the year 2000, India exports highest goods to United kingdom, around 29%, Second highest exported goods to Belgium, around 25%. and Germany recieved 15% of goods from india. Except this, there are many countries to whom india exports the goods less than 8%, includes Finland, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden. Where as, in 2011 ratio changed draematically. In 2011, Germany was the highest goods recieved nation from india around 25%, which is quite increased from the previous year, and Belgium decreased 5% goods recieved from india, Surprisingly, United kingdom reduced the goods half of the percentage from previous year. Another nations still recieved less then 8% of good from the india.

On the other hand, china in 2000, Exports 38% goods to Germany, 13% to France and 9% to Italy. remaining countries recieved less than 6% goods from china. However, in 2011, Germany recieved 48% of goods from china, which is almost half of the total percentage. That year china exports up to 10% goods to remained nations.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers the main features of the charts, but the analysis is somewhat inconsistent. While you identify key trends, there are inaccuracies in your interpretation of the data (e.g., stating India exports to the UK, whereas the chart shows EU exports to India). The overview is poorly structured, focusing on the number of charts rather than the key trends. To improve, ensure you clearly distinguish between the source and destination of the exports and provide a more cohesive summary of the main trends in the introduction or overview paragraph.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical progression is hindered by repetitive and awkward phrasing in the introduction. Cohesive devices are used, but they are often mechanical or misused, such as 'Like as' and 'Except this'. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the comparison between the two years. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear focus would significantly enhance the flow of your writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and contains several spelling errors, such as 'illustrete', 'diffrent', 'draematically', and 'recieved'. While you attempt to use some topic-specific vocabulary, the range is narrow and repetitive. There are also issues with word choice, such as 'recieved nation' instead of 'recipient country'. To reach a higher band, you should focus on accurate spelling and expanding your range of vocabulary to include more precise terms for describing trends and data comparisons.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response relies heavily on simple sentence structures. There are frequent grammatical errors, including issues with subject-verb agreement ('India exports highest goods'), article usage, and sentence fragments. Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with the use of full stops in the middle of sentences. While the meaning is generally clear, the high frequency of errors in basic grammar and sentence construction limits the score. Focus on mastering basic sentence structure and proofreading for common errors like subject-verb agreement and articles.

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