Band 8.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 8.0 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-09-05

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 8.0)

The pie charts illustrate the proportion of goods exported from various EU countries to India and China in 2000 and 2011.

Overall, the United Kingdom was the main exporter to India in 2000, but Germany took the lead by 2011. On the other hand, Germany remained the largest exporter to China in both years, significantly increasing its share over the period.

Regarding exports to India, the UK held the highest share at 29% in 2000, followed closely by Belgium at 25% and Germany at 15%. By 2011, Germany’s share grew to 25%, making it the top exporter alongside Belgium (20%). In contrast, the UK’s share dropped sharply to 13%. France and Italy maintained smaller shares in both years.

Looking at exports to China, Germany dominated the market in 2000 with 38%, while France was second with 13%, and the UK and Italy both stood at 9%. By 2011, Germany expanded its dominance to 48%, which was nearly half of the total exports. Meanwhile, shares for France and the UK decreased slightly to 10% and 7% respectively.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0

The response is excellent and fully addresses all parts of the task. You have successfully identified the main features, such as the shift in leadership for exports to India and Germany's growing dominance in the Chinese market. The comparisons are clear and supported by accurate data from the charts. By providing a clear overview and selecting key data points to illustrate the trends, you have fulfilled the requirements of an Academic Task 1 response effectively. The information is well-selected and logically presented, ensuring the reader gets a comprehensive summary of the changes between 2000 and 2011.

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, the overview, and the two body paragraphs detailing exports to India and China respectively. Cohesive devices such as 'On the other hand', 'Regarding', 'In contrast', and 'Meanwhile' are used effectively to guide the reader through the comparisons. Paragraphing is used appropriately, and the flow of information is smooth and easy to follow throughout the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.5

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for an academic report. Phrases like 'proportion of goods', 'took the lead', 'held the highest share', and 'expanded its dominance' are used accurately and naturally. The vocabulary is precise and contributes to the clarity of the report. While the range is sufficient and effective, incorporating a few more sophisticated synonyms or varied collocations could elevate the response further, but the current usage is already very strong and error-free.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 8.0

The writing displays a high level of grammatical accuracy. You have used a variety of sentence structures, including complex sentences, with confidence. Punctuation is handled correctly, and there are no noticeable errors in tense or subject-verb agreement. The majority of your sentences are error-free, and the control over complex structures is consistent. The clarity of the writing is maintained throughout, reflecting a strong command of English grammar suitable for this level.

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