Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-09
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 7.5)
The provided pie chart delineates the composition of library users at a university, while the accompanying table presents the levels of satisfaction among these users across five distinct service aspects.
Overall, the library is predominantly utilized by full-time undergraduates, who constitute nearly half of all users. In terms of satisfaction, the helpfulness of staff receives the highest approval, whereas the availability of journals and reliability of Wi-Fi attract the most notable dissatisfaction.
According to the pie chart, full-time undergraduates represent the largest user group at 44%, followed by full-time postgraduates at 25%. Part-time postgraduates account for 16%, while distance learning students make up 8%. Academic staff form the smallest segment, comprising only 7% of library users.
The satisfaction data reveals that the helpfulness of staff achieves an exceptionally high satisfaction rate, with 95% of respondents being very satisfied and none dissatisfied. In contrast, the availability of books sees 50% very satisfied, 40% fairly satisfied, and 10% not satisfied. Availability of journals records 45% very satisfied, 35% fairly satisfied, and a substantial 20% dissatisfied. Similarly, reliability of Wi-Fi shows 48% very satisfied, 33% fairly satisfied, and 19% not satisfied. Library opening hours receive 65% very satisfied and 35% fairly satisfied, with no dissatisfaction reported.
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 addresses all parts of the task. You have provided a clear overview of the main trends and supported these with accurate data from both the chart and the table. The selection of information is logical, focusing on the most significant user groups and highlighting the extremes in satisfaction levels (e.g., staff helpfulness vs. journal availability). The comparison between categories is well-integrated, and the report is balanced, ensuring that all key features are covered without unnecessary detail. This meets the requirements for a high band score as it provides a comprehensive and accurate summary.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The response is well-organized with a clear logical progression. You have used an effective structure: an introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs that group the data logically (user categories followed by satisfaction levels). Cohesive devices such as 'In terms of', 'According to', 'In contrast', and 'Similarly' are used naturally to link ideas and guide the reader through the data. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the two distinct data sets, and the information flows smoothly from one point to the next without any confusion.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for an academic report. Phrases like 'delineates the composition', 'predominantly utilized', and 'substantial 20% dissatisfied' show a level of precision and sophistication. The vocabulary is used accurately throughout the text, and there are no instances where word choice impedes communication. While the range is sufficient and flexible, incorporating a few more varied synonyms for 'satisfied' or 'dissatisfied' could elevate the response further, but the current usage is already quite strong and fits the context well.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The response exhibits a high level of grammatical control. You have successfully used a variety of complex sentence structures, such as the opening participial phrase 'The provided pie chart delineates...' and the use of subordinate clauses throughout the body paragraphs. Punctuation is accurate, and the majority of sentences are error-free. The control over subject-verb agreement and tense consistency is excellent. There are no significant grammatical errors that distract the reader, and the overall clarity of the writing is maintained through precise and varied sentence construction.
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