Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-01
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The chart and table below show the results of a survey of library users at a university.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Categories of library users
Student answer (Band 6.5)
The pie chart illustrates the proportion of multiple library users, while the table depicts the data of the survey about the satisfaction of various services offered by the Library.
Overall, the pie chart demonstrates that the library is being used by Full-time undergraduate, post graduate, part-time postgraduate, academic staff and individuals with distance learning. While, the table highlights the resources being provided by the library which includes time duration, cooperation of staff, books and journals, and wi-fi.
The highest number of library users are Full-time undergraduate students. 1/4th of the total individuals taking benefit from library are Full-time post graduate students. 16% are part-time postgraduate students. Academic staff and Distance learning community is occupying the same proportion with just a difference of 1%.
The survey was based on different services and the expected outcomes are Very satisfied, Fairly satisfied and Not satisfied. The stats shows that nobody is dissatisfied with the opening hours of library and staff services. However, as huge proportion of library is being used by undergraduate students, half of them are very satisfied with books, whereas a 10% are not satisfied. Journal and wi-fi are two major things are
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.0 |
| Overall | 6.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The response covers the main features of the pie chart, but the analysis of the table is incomplete and ends abruptly. While you identify the categories of users and some satisfaction levels, the description of the table data is cut off mid-sentence ('Journal and wi-fi are two major things are'), which prevents a full summary of the provided information. To improve, ensure all data points are fully described and that you provide a complete overview of the trends. The initial overview is clear, but the lack of a finished conclusion or full data synthesis limits the score.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5
The essay is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the progression of ideas is interrupted by the incomplete final sentence. Cohesive devices are used, such as 'Overall' and 'However', but some transitions feel mechanical. The referencing is generally clear, but the abrupt ending significantly impacts the overall flow and logical development of the response. To reach a higher band, ensure that each paragraph has a clear, finished thought and that you use a wider variety of linking words to connect your comparisons more fluidly.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'proportion', 'illustrates', and 'depicts'. However, there are some awkward collocations and phrasing, such as 'individuals taking benefit from' (should be 'benefiting from') and 'community is occupying the same proportion'. The vocabulary is generally functional but lacks the precision and sophistication required for higher bands. To improve, focus on using more natural collocations and avoiding repetitive phrasing when describing data trends.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical errors, such as 'The stats shows' (subject-verb agreement) and 'as huge proportion' (missing article). Additionally, the final sentence is incomplete, which is a significant grammatical failure. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they occur frequently enough to affect the overall quality. To improve, pay closer attention to subject-verb agreement, article usage, and ensure that all sentences are grammatically complete.
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