Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · IELTS Momentum Workout · 2026-08-21

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The table shows the number of fatal, serious and slight injuries resulting from gun and knife crime in Great Britain from 1998 to 2007 and the percentage increase for each degree of injury over the period.

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

Great Britain - Gun and Knife Crime statistics - 1998-2007

Student answer (Band 6.5)

The table provides information about three types of injuries getting from gun and knife crime in Great Britian from 1998 to 2007. It also shows the percentage increased in each category over the period.

Overall, the total number of injuries increased substantially. Slight injuries were by far the most common type throughout the period and recorded the largest percentage increase, while fatal injuries remained the least common. The number of fatal injuries fluctuated rather than following a clear upward trend.

In [redacted phone], there were 864 injuries in total, including 49 fatal, 162 serious and 653 slight injuries. The total then increased steadily, reaching 1,877 in [redacted phone]. Fatal injuries peaked at 95 in this year, while serious and slight injuries reached 392 and 1,390 respectively. By [redacted phone], the total had risen further to 2,367, although the number of fatal injuries had fallen to 68.

The most significant increase occurred from [redacted phone] onwards. The total number of injuries rose from 3,912 in [redacted phone] to 3,821 in [redacted phone], despite a slight decrease. Slight injuries increased dramatically from 653 at the beginning of the period to 3,296 in [redacted phone], representing a 405% increase. Serious injuries rose from 162 to 476, an increase of 194%, while fatal injuries increased by only 18%, from 49 to 58 by [redacted phone]. The table does not provide serious or slight injury figures for [redacted phone].

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

You have successfully identified the main features and trends, such as the overall increase in injuries and the dominance of slight injuries. You also made relevant comparisons between the categories. However, there is a factual inconsistency in your analysis: you state that the total number of injuries rose from 3,912 in 2004-2005 to 3,821 in 2005-2006, which is actually a decrease. Furthermore, you mention that the table does not provide figures for 2006-2007, yet you use a figure for fatal injuries in that year. Accuracy in reporting data is crucial for this task.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response is logically organized with a clear introduction, an overview, and body paragraphs that group information by time periods. Cohesive devices such as 'while,' 'although,' and 'in addition' are used effectively to link ideas. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the overview from the detailed data analysis. The progression of ideas is generally smooth, though the transition between the third and fourth paragraphs could be slightly more refined to better reflect the shift in the data trends.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information clearly, using terms like 'fluctuated,' 'steadily,' 'peaked,' and 'dramatically.' There are some minor errors in word choice, such as 'injuries getting from,' which should be 'injuries resulting from.' Additionally, 'percentage increased' should be 'percentage increase.' While these errors do not impede communication, they prevent the response from reaching a higher band. Using more precise collocations would enhance the sophistication of your writing.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, such as the use of subordinate clauses starting with 'while' and 'although.' There are occasional grammatical errors, such as 'percentage increased' (should be noun form 'increase') and 'Great Britian' (spelling error). Punctuation is generally accurate, and the errors present do not cause difficulty for the reader. To improve, try to incorporate a wider variety of complex structures, such as passive voice or conditional forms, to demonstrate greater control over your grammar.

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