Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-06
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 first chart shows the different library visitors at a University . The second table illustrates the percentage of satisfied, fairly satisfied and not satisfied patrons of the library.
Overall, almost half of the regular users belong to the full time undergraduate group. Also, most of them are very satisfied with the staffs courteousness.
Looking at the first one, only 7% of the of the users belong to the academic staff.
Turning to the second one, 10% of the users reported being dissatisfied with the lack of availability of books while 20% also expressed their frustration of not ge
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response is significantly under the 150-word minimum requirement, which severely impacts the ability to fully address the task. While you have attempted to identify some features of the chart and table, the response is incomplete and cuts off mid-sentence. Because the summary is unfinished, you have failed to report on all the main features or make the necessary comparisons required for an Academic Task 1 response. To improve, you must ensure you provide a complete overview and cover all data points presented in the visual aids, ensuring the response meets the minimum length requirement to allow for full development of ideas.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response shows a basic attempt at paragraphing, with an introduction and a brief overview. However, because the text is incomplete, the logical progression of ideas is interrupted. Cohesive devices are used in a very limited and mechanical way, such as 'Looking at the first one' and 'Turning to the second one'. These transitions are somewhat informal. To achieve a higher band, you should focus on creating a more cohesive flow between sentences and paragraphs, using a wider variety of linking words to connect your observations and comparisons more naturally.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary used is adequate for the task but remains quite basic. You have used some relevant terms like 'percentage', 'dissatisfied', and 'frustration', but the range is limited. There are also minor issues with word choice, such as 'staffs courteousness' (which should be 'staff's courteousness' or 'courtesy of the staff'). To improve, you should aim to incorporate more precise academic vocabulary to describe trends and data, such as 'proportion', 'significant', or 'notable', rather than relying on simple descriptive phrases.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple sentence structures. There are some grammatical errors, such as the repetition of 'of the of the' in the third paragraph and the incomplete sentence at the end. Punctuation is generally acceptable, but the overall range of structures is limited. To improve, you should practice using a wider variety of complex sentence structures, such as relative clauses or passive voice, which are common in data reporting. Additionally, ensure you proofread to eliminate basic errors and ensure all sentences are complete.
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