Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-12
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The plans below show a college cafe before it was redesigned and how it looks now.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
The plans below show a college cafe before it was redesigned and how it looks now.
Student answer (Band 7.5)
The maps illustrate the key structural modifications mode to he two plans illustrate the structural modifications made to a college café before and after a recent redesign.
Overall, the café has undergone significant modernization, shifting from a basic dining space into a multi-functional facility with specialized food areas, kitchen infrastructure, and expanded outdoor seating.
In the original layout, a single serving area occupied the top-left corner, and two staff dining rooms were located along the northern wall. In the current layout, the staff rooms have been removed completely. The former serving area has been converted into a kitchen and hot meals counter, while a salad bar has been installed along the western wall. Additionally, a central takeaway food counter and coffee bar now sit where tables were previously situated.
While central indoor seating remains, tables have been rearranged around the new facilities. The toilets and northern entrance remain unchanged, though the single bin near the entrance has been replaced by recycling bins. Finally, a new outdoor seating area featuring a barbecue section has been introduced along the southern exterior.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.5 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
The response effectively summarizes the key changes between the two cafe layouts. You have successfully identified the main features, such as the removal of staff rooms, the introduction of new food counters, and the addition of outdoor seating. The overview provides a clear summary of the modernization process, which is a requirement for a high band score. All parts of the prompt are addressed, and the information is accurately reported without unnecessary detail. The comparison between the 'original' and 'current' layouts is logical and easy to follow, demonstrating a clear understanding of the visual data provided.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The response is well-organized with a logical progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a clear focus: the introduction/overview, the changes to the interior facilities, and the final details regarding seating and exterior additions. Cohesive devices such as 'In the original layout', 'In the current layout', 'Additionally', and 'Finally' are used effectively to guide the reader through the comparison. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate distinct aspects of the redesign. The flow of information is smooth, and there is no repetition or confusion in the sequencing of the described changes.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You have used a range of vocabulary appropriate for describing maps and structural changes, such as 'structural modifications', 'multi-functional facility', 'kitchen infrastructure', and 'converted'. The language is precise and natural. There is a minor error in the first sentence where 'mode to he' appears to be a typo or a remnant of a previous draft, but this does not detract from the overall quality of the writing. The vocabulary is sufficiently varied to describe the spatial changes accurately without being repetitive.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The response demonstrates a good command of complex sentence structures. You have used a variety of grammatical forms, including passive voice ('have been removed', 'has been installed') and subordinate clauses, which are essential for this type of task. The sentences are generally error-free, and the punctuation is accurate. While there is a minor slip in the opening sentence ('mode to he'), the rest of the text is grammatically sound. The control over tense and aspect is consistent, correctly distinguishing between the past state and the current state of the cafe.
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