Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-13
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 illustrates the composition of library users at a higher institution level, and tabular data presents survey results regarding users across five different categories.
Overall, it can be seen that both full-time students of undergraduate and postgraduate makeup the vast majority of library.Whereas, the library opening hours and helpfulness of staff enjoy an overwhelmingly positive rating, and other technical facilities experienced a notable level of dissatification.
Turning first categories of users, the full time undergraduate represents the major segment, whereas the full time postgraduates comprise the exactly quarter 25% of the total data,Part-time postgraduate account for 16% of the users.
Meanwhile, the distance learning and academic staff constitute a smallest proportion, at 8% and 7% respectively
The tabular data presents the library opening hours and helpfulness of staff show greater number in satisfication level at 65%. Whereas, the helpfulness of staff enjoyed satisfication level at 95%.The technical abilities like wi-fi presents the dissatisfication level at 19%.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
You have successfully identified the main features of both the pie chart and the table. You provided a clear overview and supported your points with data. However, there are some inaccuracies in your reporting of the data. For instance, you stated that 'full-time postgraduates comprise the exactly quarter 25%', but the chart shows this figure for part-time undergraduates, not postgraduates. Additionally, your summary of the table data is slightly confusing; you mention '65%' for opening hours and helpfulness combined, but the table lists these as separate categories. To improve, ensure you double-check the labels and figures against the visual data to avoid misinterpretation.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The response is organized into logical paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the information. You use some cohesive devices like 'Meanwhile' and 'Turning first to', which are effective. However, there are issues with punctuation and sentence structure that affect the flow. For example, the sentence 'Part-time postgraduate account for 16% of the users. Meanwhile, the distance learning and academic staff constitute a smallest proportion' is slightly disjointed. Improving your use of linking words and ensuring consistent punctuation between sentences would help the text feel more cohesive and professional.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.0
You have a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey the main points, such as 'composition', 'proportion', and 'dissatisfaction'. However, there are several instances of word-choice errors and awkward phrasing, such as 'makeup the vast majority' (should be 'make up') and 'enjoy an overwhelmingly positive rating' (which is slightly informal for a data report). Additionally, there are minor spelling errors like 'satisfication' instead of 'satisfaction'. To reach a higher band, focus on using more precise academic collocations and ensuring accurate spelling of key terms.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
You attempt a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is good. However, there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Common issues include missing articles (e.g., 'at a higher institution level'), subject-verb agreement errors (e.g., 'Part-time postgraduate account'), and incorrect preposition usage. Furthermore, some sentences are run-on or lack proper punctuation, such as 'the full time undergraduate represents the major segment, whereas the full time postgraduates comprise the exactly quarter 25% of the total data,Part-time postgraduate account for 16%'. Focusing on basic sentence construction and proofreading for subject-verb agreement will significantly improve your score.
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