Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-19

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 proportion of library users at a university among different categories, while table represented the level of satisfaction with various aspects of its services.

Overall, full-time undergraduates accounted for the largest category of library user, while academic staff represented the smallest proportion. In terms of satisfaction, the highest aspect user satisfied the most was helpfulness of staff, availability of journals and reliability of wi-fi received the lowest positive feedback.

Full-time undergraduate was the highest category to access library, at 44%, compared with 25% for full-time postgraduate. However, academic staff and distance learning stood at 7% and 8%. Meanwhile, 16% of the attendance was recorded by part-time postgraduate.

Helpfulness of staff received the highest proportion of satisfaction, at 95%, while remaining 5% were fairly satisfied. Similarly, library opening hours recorded 65% very satisfied and 35% were fairly satisfied. However, availability of journals and wi-fi received the lowest positive feedback, at 80% and 81% very and fairy satisfied, while 20% and 19% we

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have successfully identified the main features of both the chart and the table, providing a clear overview. You included relevant data points to support your descriptions, such as the 44% for undergraduates and the 95% satisfaction rate for staff helpfulness. However, the response is incomplete as it cuts off mid-sentence at the end. To achieve a higher band, ensure you complete your analysis of the final data points. Additionally, while you make comparisons, ensure that all data is accurately transcribed; for instance, ensure the distinction between 'very satisfied' and 'fairly satisfied' is clearly articulated to avoid confusion in your reporting.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The essay is logically organized, with an introduction, an overview, and body paragraphs focusing on the two distinct data sets. You use some cohesive devices like 'Overall', 'In terms of', and 'However' to guide the reader. However, the flow is interrupted by the incomplete ending, which affects the overall coherence. To improve, ensure that your paragraphing is consistent and that you use a wider variety of linking words to connect your sentences more fluidly. The referencing is generally clear, but the abrupt conclusion prevents a fully cohesive structure.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'proportion', 'accounted for', and 'recorded'. There are some minor errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'highest aspect user satisfied the most' and 'fairly satisfied' (when referring to the combined data). While your vocabulary is sufficient to convey the main points, it lacks the precision and flexibility required for higher bands. Incorporating more varied synonyms for 'increase', 'decrease', and 'proportion' would enhance your lexical range.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is appropriate for this task. However, there are several grammatical errors, such as 'while table represented' (missing article), 'Full-time undergraduate was' (should be plural), and '19% we' (incomplete sentence). These errors are noticeable but do not completely impede communication. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and ensure that articles are used correctly before nouns. Proofreading for sentence completion is essential, as the current unfinished state significantly impacts your grammatical accuracy score.

See this exact question answered at other band scores — the same prompt compared across bands.

Browse more IELTS Writing model answers or get your own writing scored by the same AI examiner.