Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-05
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 5.0)
The chart illustrate the categories of library users and the table provide the survey of the library users at university. Overall, the majority of library users are full time undergraduate students, full time postgraduate users also show good participation and part time postgraduate, distance learning and academic staff users also there and the table present the survey about the the users satisfaction.
The table show three kind of survey are they fully satisfied, fairly satisfied and not satisfied. The majority of users approximately 65% and 95% very satisfied with the library opening hours and helpfullness of staff respectively. The half percent of users very satisfied, less then half fairly satisfied and nearly 10% are not satisfied with the availability of books. IN availability of journals and reliability of wifi approx 50% users satisfies and one quater fairly satisfied and about 20% not satisfied with it.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While you have identified some main features, the analysis is superficial and lacks a clear overview of the data trends. You have attempted to report figures, but the lack of depth and the failure to reach the minimum length mean the task is only partially addressed. To improve, ensure you provide a more comprehensive summary that highlights key comparisons between categories and satisfaction levels, and always aim to exceed the 150-word threshold to allow for full development of your ideas.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is organized into two paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. The introduction is somewhat repetitive, and the transition between the description of user categories and the satisfaction survey is abrupt. Cohesive devices are largely absent or used incorrectly, such as the awkward phrasing 'IN availability of journals'. The lack of clear linking words makes the text feel disjointed. To improve, use a wider range of cohesive devices (e.g., 'furthermore', 'in contrast', 'consequently') to connect your ideas and ensure each paragraph has a clear, singular focus.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. You rely on basic terms like 'show', 'survey', and 'users' throughout the text. There are also errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'helpfullness of staff' (spelling error: helpfulness) and 'one quater' (spelling error: quarter). The phrasing 'The half percent of users' is mathematically unclear and imprecise. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise academic vocabulary related to data description, such as 'proportion', 'majority', 'minority', 'fluctuate', or 'significant', and ensure correct spelling of common terms.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
There are frequent grammatical errors throughout the response, including subject-verb agreement issues (e.g., 'The chart illustrate', 'the table provide', 'The table show'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, and there are several missing articles (e.g., 'at university' instead of 'at the university'). The sentence structures are mostly simple, and the few attempts at complex sentences are marred by errors. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and article usage. Practice constructing more complex sentences using subordinating conjunctions to demonstrate a wider range of grammatical control.
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