Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · IELTS Complete Catalyst · 2026-08-25

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The graphs below show the number of drivers in Britain who have been caught driving too fast by speed cameras placed on roads, and the number of people killed in road accidents, over an eight-year period since the introduction of speed cameras. The tables show the results of a survey on people's opinions on speed cameras.

Write a report for a university lecturer describing the information below.

SPEED CAMERA FINES and ROAD ACCIDENT FATALITIES

Student answer (Band 6.0)

The two line graph illustrate changes in the number of driver caught speeding by cameras and road accident fatalities over an eight-year period, while the tables present public opinions about speed cameras.

Overall, the number of speeding offences detected increased dramatically, whereas road fatalities fluctuated only slightly. Public opinion was generally unfavourable towards speed cameras, with most respondents believing there were too many and thier main purpose was to generate revenue rather than improve safety.

The number of drivers slacked speeding rose steadily from 2000 in the first year to 6000 in the fifth, before increasing sharply to [redacted phone], 1.2 million and 1.6 million in the final 3 years.In contrast, fatalities began at about 3200, peaked at roughly 3400, then fell before gradually recovering to a similar level by the end.

The survey results showed that 60% of people did not believe cameras reduced accidents, compared with 30% who thought they did. Furthermore, 71% considered revenue generation thier main purpose, while only 26% cited road safety. Regarding thr number of cameras, 56% felt there were too many, whereas 19% thought there were too few and 17% considered the number appropriate.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have successfully addressed all parts of the prompt by describing both the trends in the line graphs and the data from the tables. You provided a clear overview that highlights the main trends and contrasts, which is essential for a high score. The data selection is accurate, and you have effectively compared the figures for speeding offences and fatalities. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are transcribed accurately; for instance, the jump from 6,000 to 800,000 in your text seems to be a misreading of the graph's scale or units, which impacts the accuracy of your reporting.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The report is logically organized into distinct paragraphs, each focusing on a specific aspect of the data. You use cohesive devices such as 'In contrast', 'Furthermore', and 'Regarding' to guide the reader through the information. The progression of ideas is clear, moving from the overview to the line graphs and finally the survey results. To improve, ensure that referencing is precise; for example, 'thier' is a recurring spelling error that slightly disrupts the flow. Overall, the paragraphing is appropriate and contributes to a coherent response.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey the information clearly, using terms like 'dramatically', 'fluctuated', and 'unfavourable'. However, there are several spelling errors, such as 'thier' (their), 'thr' (the), and 'slacked' (likely a typo for 'caught' or 'recorded'), which detract from the professional tone. While you attempt to use more sophisticated vocabulary, these recurring errors in basic spelling and word choice limit your score. Focusing on proofreading for common spelling mistakes would significantly enhance your lexical performance.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, such as 'The two line graph illustrate...' and '...60% of people did not believe cameras reduced accidents, compared with 30% who thought they did.' While the meaning is generally clear, there are grammatical slips, such as subject-verb agreement ('The two line graph illustrate' should be 'graphs illustrate') and missing articles. The majority of your sentences are understandable, but the frequency of minor errors prevents a higher score. Increasing your control over basic grammatical accuracy will help you achieve a higher band.

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