Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · IELTS Complete Catalyst · 2026-08-28
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The charts below show the number of French adults whose parents spoke a French regional language to them when they were children and the number who speak a French regional language to their own children.
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.
Number of adults (in thousands) whose parents spoke a regional language to them in childhood
Student answer (Band 6.0)
The charts show the number of French adults whose parents spoke a regional language to them when they were children and the number of adults who speak a regional language to their own children.
Overall, the charts show that the use of French regional languages has decreased over the generations. The number of people who were spoken to in a regional language by their parents is higher than the number who now use such a language with their own children.
The figures for adults who were exposed to a regional language during childhood are generally higher among the older age groups. This suggests that regional languages were more commonly used by parents in the past. In contrast, the numbers become lower among younger adults, indicating that fewer young people are being brought up with these languages.
A similar pattern can be seen in the second chart, which shows adults who speak a regional language to their children. However, the figures are considerably lower than those in the first chart. This means that even when adults learned a regional language from their parents, they are less likely to pass it on to the next generation.
In conclusion, the charts demonstrate a clear decline in the transmission of French regional languages from parents to children. Regional languages appear to have become less common in family communication over time.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response provides a clear overview and identifies the main trends in the data. However, it fails to include any specific data points from the charts. To achieve a higher band, you must support your observations with figures (e.g., 'the number of adults aged 18-25 was approximately 400,000'). By describing the trends in general terms without referencing the actual numbers provided in the task, the response remains at a descriptive level rather than a data-analytical one. Including specific statistics is essential for Task 1 to demonstrate that you have accurately interpreted the provided information.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0
The response is well-organized with a logical progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a clear focus, moving from an introduction to the main trends and a concluding summary. Cohesive devices such as 'In contrast', 'However', and 'In conclusion' are used effectively to link ideas. The paragraphing is appropriate, and the information flows smoothly from one point to the next. The structure is clear and easy to follow, which helps the reader understand the comparison between the two charts.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task, using terms like 'transmission', 'exposed', and 'regional languages' correctly. However, the range is somewhat limited and repetitive. To improve, you should incorporate more precise vocabulary related to data description, such as 'a significant decline', 'a marginal difference', or 'the figures plateaued'. The current language is functional and accurate but lacks the sophistication and variety required for a higher band score. Expanding your repertoire of reporting verbs and adverbs would enhance the precision of your analysis.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5
The writing is generally accurate, with a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are very few grammatical errors, and the punctuation is used correctly throughout. The sentences are clear and easy to read. While the range of structures is sufficient for the task, incorporating more varied complex structures—such as passive voice constructions or relative clauses—would demonstrate greater grammatical flexibility. Overall, the control of grammar is strong, and the errors present do not impede communication in any way.
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