Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · IELTS Complete Catalyst · 2026-09-04
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The table below gives information about the five small companies in Britain that came top in a survey of staff conducted by a national newspaper to find out which companies are the best to work for.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
THE FIVE BEST SMALL COMPANIES TO WORK FOR
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The table gives information about survey of staff conducted by national newspaper on five britain organizations to conclude which firm is best for employee.
Overall, The survey showed highest staff numbers in the fifth organization followed by lowest in the first compnay. Male female ratio have seen fluctuated in all firms. whereas nearly 0% over 55s age people have worked in the any firm than under 35s.
According to the data, highest staff members noticed in the 5th followed by 2nd and 4th with 190,79, and 76 respectively. 3rd and 4th have shown little less numbers than them. on the other side male female ratio is shown fluctuated mostly some compny have male numbers higher some have female. on the other side over 55s age group never worked in the firms. an
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.5
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While you have attempted to identify some main features, such as staff numbers and age demographics, the analysis is incomplete and lacks a clear, comprehensive summary. The data interpretation is also inaccurate in places; for instance, you state that 'nearly 0% over 55s age people have worked in the any firm', whereas the table clearly shows specific percentages for this category. Furthermore, the report ends abruptly mid-sentence, leaving the task unfinished. To improve, ensure you cover all categories provided in the table and provide a more accurate, detailed comparison of the data points.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. The use of cohesive devices is limited and often repetitive, such as the frequent use of 'on the other side'. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the comparison between the five companies. The abrupt ending further disrupts the flow of the text. To improve, use a wider variety of linking words (e.g., 'in contrast', 'conversely', 'furthermore') and ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence that guides the reader through the data.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is basic and repetitive, often relying on the words provided in the prompt. There are several errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'male female ratio have seen fluctuated' and 'little less numbers'. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to demonstrate the flexibility required for higher bands. To improve, focus on using more precise terminology for describing data, such as 'proportion', 'fluctuated', 'majority', and 'minority', and ensure that you use correct grammatical forms of these words in context.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'ratio have seen'), missing articles ('a national newspaper'), and incorrect sentence structure. The range of structures is limited, consisting mostly of simple sentences. The incomplete final sentence is a significant error that affects the overall accuracy. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, including correct verb tenses and the appropriate use of articles. Proofreading for basic errors like missing words or incorrect plurals will also help improve your score.
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