Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-14
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 given chart and table illustrates the results of a survey of library users at a university.
Overall, it is clear that full-time undergraduate spent most of the time in library while surpassing the other categories in the given chart. In contrast, helpfulness of staff accounted for the most satisfy user. Meanwhile, Academic staff and Distance learning was the lowest proportion.
looking at the details, full- time undergraduate and full-time postgraduates devoted their time stands at 44%. Similarily, part-
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 task achievement. Because the essay is incomplete and cuts off mid-sentence, it fails to provide a full overview or a comprehensive summary of the data. While you attempted to identify some main features, such as the user categories and staff helpfulness, the lack of completion means that the task is only partially addressed. To improve, you must ensure you cover all parts of the prompt, including a clear overview and detailed comparisons, while meeting the minimum word count to allow for full development of your ideas.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response shows some attempt at logical organization with an introduction and a brief overview. However, the abrupt ending and the very limited length make it difficult to assess the overall progression of ideas. You used a few cohesive devices like 'Overall' and 'In contrast', which is a positive start. To reach a higher band, you need to ensure that your ideas are fully developed within paragraphs and that the text flows logically from the introduction to the body paragraphs, avoiding incomplete sentences that disrupt the coherence of the response.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary used is generally appropriate for the task, such as 'survey', 'proportion', and 'categories'. However, the range is quite limited due to the brevity of the text. There are also some minor errors in word choice, such as 'most satisfy user' instead of 'most satisfied users'. To improve, try to incorporate a wider range of vocabulary related to data description, such as 'constitute', 'account for', or 'a significant majority', and ensure that your word forms (e.g., adjectives vs. nouns) are used accurately in context.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are noticeable grammatical errors. For example, 'full-time undergraduate spent' should be 'full-time undergraduates spent', and 'Academic staff and Distance learning was' should be 'were'. Additionally, the sentence 'full-time undergraduate and full-time postgraduates devoted their time stands at 44%' is grammatically awkward and lacks clarity. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and ensure that your sentence structures are complete and grammatically sound. Practicing the use of complex sentences will also help improve your range.
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