Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-17
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 chart and table depict the results of a survey of library users at a university.
Overall, it is clear that there are several library users while full-time undergraduate are the most (44%) whereas academic staff use library very less (7%).
25% of full-time postgraduate use library while distance learning (all courses) are fever less (8%). Part time graduate are 16% .
Probing further, users satisfaction is mandatory and accordingly most the users are satisfied. 65% of library users are very satisfied with opening hours while 35% users are fairly satisfied, staff must need be friendly and surprisingly 95% of users are very satisfied with helpfulness of staff. Availability of books is also an important factor 50% of users are satisfied and 40% of users are fairly satisfied but 10% of users are not satisfied. Availability of journals is also an important factor and 45% of users are very satisfied and 35% are fairly satisfied but 20% of users are not satisfied. At end reliability of wi-fi is important in many ways to maintain a fair competition among other library, 48% of users are very satisfied and 33% are fairly satisfied whereas 19% of users are not satisfied with wi-fi.
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 user categories and satisfaction levels. However, the presentation of data is somewhat mechanical, relying heavily on listing percentages rather than synthesizing information. For instance, the report on satisfaction levels simply lists figures for each category without grouping them effectively to highlight trends. While the main features are identified, the comparison between categories could be more analytical. To reach a higher band, you should group data points that share similar trends (e.g., high satisfaction vs. low satisfaction) rather than listing them sequentially, which would provide a more cohesive overview of the survey results.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The response is organized into paragraphs, but the flow between sentences is often disjointed. The use of cohesive devices is limited and sometimes awkward, such as 'Probing further' and 'At end', which do not naturally introduce the intended sections. The referencing is occasionally unclear, and the transition between the user categories and the satisfaction data is abrupt. To improve, use a wider variety of linking words and ensure that each paragraph has a clear thematic focus. Improving the logical progression between the overview and the detailed body paragraphs will significantly enhance the readability and coherence of your report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks variety and precision. You rely on basic descriptors like 'satisfied' and 'important factor' repeatedly throughout the text. There are also some awkward phrasing choices, such as 'use library very less' and 'fever less', which are grammatically incorrect and imprecise. To achieve a higher score, try to incorporate more sophisticated synonyms and collocations related to data reporting, such as 'a significant proportion', 'the vast majority', or 'fluctuate'. Expanding your range of vocabulary will allow you to describe the data more accurately and professionally.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the flow. Examples include 'full-time undergraduate are the most', 'staff must need be friendly', and 'among other library'. There are also issues with subject-verb agreement and article usage. While the meaning is generally clear, these persistent errors prevent the text from reaching a higher band. Focusing on basic grammatical accuracy, particularly with pluralization and verb forms, will help you communicate your ideas more effectively and demonstrate better control over your writing.
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