Band 8.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 8.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-26
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 8.0)
The pie chart illustrates the proportions of different categories of library users, while the table shows their levels of satisfaction with five aspects of the library.
Overall, full-time undergraduates constituted by far the largest proportion of library users, whereas academic staff represented the smallest group. In terms of satisfaction, the helpfulness of staff received the most positive feedback, while journals and Wi-Fi had the highest levels of dissatisfaction.
Full-time undergraduates accounted for 44% of library users, followed by full-time postgraduates at 25%. Part-time postgraduates represented a further 16%, while distance learners and academic staff made up relatively small proportions, at 8% and 7% respectively. Thus, full-time students collectively comprised 69% of all users.
Regarding satisfaction, staff helpfulness was the strongest aspect, with 95% of users being very satisfied and the remaining 5% fairly satisfied. Opening hours also received positive feedback, as 65% were very satisfied and 35% fairly satisfied. By comparison, half of the users were very satisfied with the availability of books, while 40% were fairly satisfied and 10% dissatisfied. Satisfaction with journals was lower, with 45% very satisfied and 20% not satisfied. Similarly, 48% were very satisfied with Wi-Fi, while 19% expressed dissatisfaction.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 8.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 8.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 8.0 |
| Overall | 8.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0
The response is excellent. You have successfully identified and reported the main features of both the pie chart and the table. The overview clearly highlights the key trends, such as the dominance of full-time undergraduates and the contrast between high satisfaction with staff and lower satisfaction with resources like journals and Wi-Fi. You have made relevant comparisons throughout, such as grouping the full-time students to provide a broader analytical perspective. All parts of the prompt are addressed, and the data is used accurately to support your summary.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. You have used paragraphing effectively to separate the user categories from the satisfaction data. Cohesive devices such as 'whereas', 'in terms of', 'by comparison', and 'similarly' are used naturally to link sentences and ideas. The flow is smooth, and the information is presented in a way that is easy for the reader to follow. There is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive use of linking words.
Lexical Resource — Band 8.0
You demonstrate a wide and flexible range of vocabulary that is well-suited to the task. Phrases such as 'constituted by far the largest proportion', 'collectively comprised', and 'expressed dissatisfaction' show a high level of control. The vocabulary is precise and contributes to the professional tone of the report. There are no noticeable errors in word choice or collocation, and the language used is natural and sophisticated throughout the response.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 8.0
The response displays a wide range of grammatical structures with high accuracy. You have successfully used complex sentences, such as 'The pie chart illustrates the proportions of different categories of library users, while the table shows their levels of satisfaction with five aspects of the library.' Punctuation is used correctly, and the majority of your sentences are error-free. The control over tense and subject-verb agreement is consistent, and there are no grammatical slips that impede communication.
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