Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-10-28

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 charts illustrate export of goods from various EU countries to India and China in 2000 and 2011.

Overall, Geramany exports large amount of goods to India as well as China, whereas Austria being the lowest share holder in charts.In additon, Belgium exported its goods more to the India than China.

In India, United Kingdom accounted for largest proportion at 25% in 2010, in contrast this number decreased by 16 percent points in 2011. Import of German goods was increased in 2011 at 25% than 2010. Belgium products decreased its popularity by 5 percent points. Austria stood as lowest exporter of goods in both the years.

While in China, Germany remained the biggest export country at 38% in 2010 and 48% in 2011 also took half of the share compared other countries. Furthermore, France recorded as second-highest goods at just 13% and 10% respectively, followed by Italy at 9% and 8%. Spainish and Austrian goods were seen negeligible in China.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 5.5

You identify several important patterns, including Germany’s strong position in China and the decline in the UK’s share of exports to India. However, some figures and comparisons are inaccurate: the UK’s Indian share was 29% in 2000, not 25%, and the charts show 2000 rather than 2010. The overview also incorrectly calls Austria the lowest in both destinations; for China, Austria was not consistently the smallest, and several countries had similarly low shares. Some relevant changes, such as Germany’s rise in India and China and the UK’s decline in China, are omitted. The response is also one word below the required minimum of 150 words. Include accurate key figures and a fuller overview of the main contrasts.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 6.0

The response has a recognisable structure: an introduction, an overview, and separate paragraphs for India and China. This makes the two destinations easy to follow, and linking phrases such as “Overall,” “In contrast,” and “Furthermore” help signal relationships. However, progression within the paragraphs is sometimes abrupt, and some references are unclear—for example, “this number” follows an incorrect UK figure, while “also took half of the share compared other countries” is difficult to interpret. The overview and details also do not always align. Improve cohesion by grouping the most important changes logically and using clear comparisons between the two years, rather than listing figures without fully explaining their relationship.

Lexical Resource: Band 5.5

You use some relevant chart vocabulary, including “accounted for,” “proportion,” “share,” and “decreased,” which helps communicate the data. There is also an attempt to vary expressions, such as “export country” and “goods.” However, several word choices and collocations are inaccurate or unnatural: “lowest share holder,” “Import of German goods,” and “France recorded as second-highest goods” do not express the intended comparisons clearly. Spelling errors such as “Geramany,” “additon,” “Spainish,” and “negligible” also reduce accuracy. Aim for precise terms such as “share of exports,” “exported goods,” and “the second-largest exporter,” and check spelling carefully.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 5.5

You attempt a mix of simple and more complex sentences, including a contrast structure in “whereas Austria…” and a comparison introduced by “in contrast.” The main message is generally understandable, but errors in sentence construction and grammatical patterns are noticeable. For example, “whereas Austria being the lowest share holder” is not a complete parallel clause, and “Import of German goods was increased” uses an incorrect passive form. In “France recorded as second-highest goods,” the verb pattern is incomplete, while “compared other countries” is missing a necessary preposition. Use complete clauses, maintain consistent past-tense reporting, and check articles and prepositions when making comparisons.

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