Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-11
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 6.0)
The pie chart and table depict the data of a survey of users of a library in a certain university.
Overall, users of the library are given in percentage in a pie chart with the largest proportion as full-time undergraduate students and the second highest as postgraduates and eventually decreasing number of user percentages. Additionally, the satisfaction rate of the library facilities is mostly marked as very satisfied to fairly satisfied with only a few (books, journals and wi-fi) as not satisfied.
Firstly, most library visitors in the pie chart are full-time undergraduates as the proportion is less than a half (44%) while the second and third positions are taken by full-time postgraduates(25%) and part-time postgraduates(16%), respectively. Additionally, the other users are almost less than 10% of the total percentage of users.
Secondly, the users rated the highest satisfaction for staff helpfulness(95%) while the other services are lesser as the lowest rated is journal availability(45%). Moreover, the fairly satisfied ratings are all less than a half and dissatisfaction ratings are lower than 20% with opening hours and helpfulness both rated 0% for not satisfied.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The response covers all parts of the task by summarizing the pie chart and the table. You successfully identified the main features, such as the dominance of full-time undergraduates and the high satisfaction levels regarding staff helpfulness. However, the analysis could be more precise. For example, stating that 'other users are almost less than 10%' is vague; it would be better to specify the exact figures or group them more clearly. Additionally, while you mention satisfaction rates, you could improve the comparison by explicitly contrasting the highest and lowest satisfaction categories to provide a more analytical overview of the data provided in the table.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is logically organized with a clear introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs. You use cohesive devices such as 'Firstly', 'Secondly', and 'Moreover' to guide the reader through the information. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the referencing could be smoother. For instance, in the second paragraph, the phrase 'eventually decreasing number of user percentages' is somewhat awkward and disrupts the flow. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that each paragraph focuses on a distinct aspect of the data would enhance the overall coherence of the response.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'proportion', 'satisfaction rate', and 'depict'. However, there are some instances of imprecise word choice, such as 'eventually decreasing number of user percentages' and 'other services are lesser'. These phrases slightly hinder the sophistication of the writing. To reach a higher band, try to incorporate more precise academic collocations and avoid repetitive phrasing. The vocabulary is sufficient to communicate the main points clearly, but it lacks the flexibility and precision required for a higher score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are some grammatical inaccuracies. For example, 'users of the library are given in percentage in a pie chart' is slightly unnatural; a better phrasing would be 'the percentage of library users is shown in a pie chart'. Additionally, there are minor issues with punctuation and article usage, such as 'less than a half'. Despite these errors, the grammar does not impede communication, and you show a reasonable attempt at using complex structures to compare the data.
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