Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-07-29

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The line graph below shows past and current overweight rates, as well as a projected future overweight rate in nine selected countries.

Summarise the infonnation by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Past and projected future overweight rates in selected OECD countries

Student answer (Band 7.0)

The line graph illustrates data on changes between past and current overweight rates, and also demostrates future overweight rate in selected nine OECD countries.

Overall, almost every country shows an increase overweight rates over time. USA records the highest proportion throughout the period and is projected to remain the highest by 2020, whereas korea has the lowest figures despite a regular rise.

USA predominated the other eight countries in terms of overweight rates throughout the period in 1970, at around 45%, and it remained highest in the year 2020. Following this, England comes to the second place after USA, at around 45% in 1990, and approximately at 70% in 2020. Whereas, Australia represented approxiately 65% by 2020 with gradual rise over the period. Similarly, Spain and Canada made up around 54% to 55% by 2020.

In contrast, Austria and Italy constituted at 45% to 47% with moderate rise throughout the period. Meanwhile, France rose up gradually and accounted for 45% by 2020. Korea stood at 33%, the lowest figure despite a reular rise.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

The response successfully identifies the main features and trends of the graph. You have provided a clear overview and supported your points with data from the nine countries. However, the report could be improved by ensuring the data points are accurately interpreted. For instance, you mention the USA was at 45% in 1970, but the graph shows it starting lower. Additionally, the comparison between countries is generally clear, but some groupings could be more precise to better highlight the 'main features'. Overall, you have addressed all parts of the task effectively.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The essay is logically organized with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. You use cohesive devices such as 'whereas', 'similarly', and 'in contrast' to link ideas. However, the progression between sentences in the body paragraphs is occasionally mechanical. For example, the transition between discussing the USA and England could be smoother. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the overview from the detailed data analysis, which helps the reader follow your argument. Overall, the structure is clear and easy to follow.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'predominated', 'proportion', and 'moderate rise'. There are some minor spelling errors, such as 'demostrates' and 'reular', and some awkward phrasing like 'made up around 54% to 55%'. While you attempt to use less common vocabulary, the precision of your word choice could be improved to better reflect the data. The vocabulary is adequate to convey your meaning clearly, but it lacks the sophistication required for a higher band score.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While many sentences are clear, there are several grammatical slips, such as 'USA records the highest' (missing 'The'), 'korea has' (needs capitalization), and 'England comes to the second place' (should be 'takes second place'). There are also issues with preposition usage and article omission. Despite these errors, the meaning is generally clear and the errors do not impede communication. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and the consistent use of articles with country names.

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