Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · 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 5.5)
The given pai chart illustrates, the different types of users, that are using the library to get knowledgeable book from there, so they can learn more about their related fields. Moreover, a table is also given that indicates, how many users are satisfied from the library.
Firstly, there are four types of categories are given in the chart, that are using the library. First one is academic staff, They are the least user from the categories, there is only 7 percent of them. furthermore, only 8 percent of individuals are using books for distance learning. However, 16 percent are part time postgraduate and in last 25 and 44 percent are full time postgraduate and full time undergraduate users.
On the other side, 65 percent of library users are satisfied and 35 percent are fairly from the opening hours. For helpful staff 95 percent are happy. Moreover, 50 percent are satisfied from book the available books. A part from this, the number of users for satisfaction, fairly and not satisfied are almost remain similar for journals and wi-fi.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main features of the data, including the categories of users and their satisfaction levels. However, the overview is weak; it merely describes the task rather than highlighting the most significant trends or comparisons. For instance, the report fails to explicitly contrast the high satisfaction with staff (95%) against the lower satisfaction with other aspects. While the data is presented, the analysis lacks depth, and the grouping of categories is slightly inaccurate (e.g., the percentages provided for full-time undergraduates and postgraduates are not clearly linked to the visual data). To improve, ensure the overview synthesizes the information rather than just listing it.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is often mechanical or inaccurate. Phrases like 'On the other side' are used inappropriately to transition between the chart and the table, as this is not a contrasting relationship. Additionally, some sentences are disjointed, such as 'A part from this, the number of users for satisfaction, fairly and not satisfied are almost remain similar for journals and wi-fi,' which is confusing and lacks clear logical flow. Improving the variety and precision of linking words would significantly enhance the coherence of the response.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but lacks precision and variety. There are several instances of awkward phrasing, such as 'get knowledgeable book' and 'least user from the categories.' The word choice is often repetitive, and there are minor errors in collocation, such as 'satisfied from' instead of 'satisfied with.' While the meaning is generally clear, the range of vocabulary is limited, and the student relies on basic descriptors. To reach a higher band, the student should focus on using more academic collocations and precise terminology related to data reporting.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede readability. There are issues with subject-verb agreement, such as 'there are four types of categories are given' and 'the number of users... are almost remain similar.' Punctuation is also problematic, with unnecessary commas frequently interrupting the flow of sentences (e.g., 'The given pai chart illustrates, the different types of users, that are using...'). While the student attempts some complex structures, these are often marred by errors. A focus on basic sentence construction and proofreading for subject-verb agreement would be highly beneficial.
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