Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-15

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 pie chart illustrates the percentage of library users at a university. It is evident that full-time undergraduate students shares the largest proportion and standing at 44%. The other four type of students shares reaiming 56% cumulatively.

Full-time postgraduate's shares 25% proportion and stands at 2nd position. Part-time postgraduate students contributes with 16% while, remaining two Distance learning and Academic staff collectively share 15% with 8% and 7% respectively.

On the other hand, the table illustrates the library user satisfaction percentage. It is shown that Helpfulness of staff are the most satisfied among 5 and peaking at 95% very satisfied and 5% fairly satisfied individuals additionaly with 0 non-satisfied. The of availability of journels is the least satisfied ser

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the task achievement score. While you have identified some main features of the pie chart, the description of the table is incomplete and cuts off abruptly mid-sentence. You have not provided a clear overview or summary of the data as a whole. To improve, ensure you cover all parts of the prompt, including a clear comparison between the categories and the satisfaction levels, and provide a complete concluding summary. The current response is too brief to fully address the task requirements.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response is organized into two paragraphs, which is appropriate for a report. However, the progression of ideas is hindered by the incomplete nature of the text. Cohesive devices are used, such as 'On the other hand' and 'while', but the overall flow is disrupted by the abrupt ending. The referencing is sometimes unclear, such as in the phrase 'the other four type of students', which lacks precision. To improve, ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence and that ideas are linked smoothly throughout the entire report.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The range of vocabulary is limited and contains several errors in word choice and form. For example, you used 'shares' as a verb incorrectly ('students shares'), and 'reaiming' is a spelling error. Phrases like 'stands at 2nd position' and 'contributes with' are slightly unnatural in this context. To achieve a higher band, focus on using more precise academic vocabulary to describe data, such as 'account for', 'constitute', or 'represent', and ensure accurate subject-verb agreement throughout your writing.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

There are frequent grammatical errors that affect the clarity of the report. Issues include subject-verb agreement ('students shares', 'postgraduate's shares'), incorrect pluralization ('four type of students'), and awkward phrasing ('Helpfulness of staff are the most satisfied'). The sentence structures are relatively simple, and the incomplete final sentence makes it impossible to assess your ability to use complex structures effectively. To improve, focus on basic grammatical accuracy, particularly subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles and prepositions.

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