Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-08-31
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 given pie chart and table reveals the statistics of a survey of library users at a university. Academic staff full time and part time users.
Overall, data gives the information about various type of users like half of day users and full day postgraduate. table gives the satisfaction level of library users.
In pie chart, highest percentage category is full-time undergraduates that is 44%. on the other hand, lowest one is academic staff which is about 7%.
Other categories such as Distance learning ( all courses) with 8% ratio, part-time postgraduate enrollment is 16% while full-time postgraduate 25%.
From the table, which illustrate the information about satisfaction. In this situation satisfaction level divided into three main categories.
1. very satisfied
2. fairly satisfied
3. not satisfied
The increasing number in very satisfied level is helpfulness of staff. fairly satisfied availability of books
and the last one who are not satisfied with the library is availability of journals.
conclusion is that, pie chart and table gives the information in very good way
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response attempts to cover the provided data, but it fails to provide a clear overview or effectively synthesize the information. While it mentions some categories, the description of the table is fragmented and lacks a clear comparison of the satisfaction levels. The inclusion of a numbered list is inappropriate for an IELTS Academic Task 1 report, which requires a formal, cohesive essay structure. Furthermore, the summary of the table data is confusing and does not clearly convey the relationship between the categories and the satisfaction levels. To improve, you must present a clear, analytical overview and integrate the data into well-structured paragraphs rather than listing points.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay lacks logical progression and effective paragraphing. The use of a numbered list disrupts the flow of the text and is not suitable for academic writing. Cohesive devices are either missing or used mechanically, such as the abrupt transition 'From the table, which illustrate...'. The introduction is underdeveloped, and the conclusion is informal and lacks substance. To reach a higher band, you should use linking words to connect ideas within and between paragraphs, ensure each paragraph has a clear focus, and avoid using bullet points or numbered lists.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. Phrases like 'gives the information' and 'highest percentage category' are used repeatedly, which restricts the range. There are also issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'half of day users' and 'increasing number in very satisfied level'. The vocabulary is generally basic and lacks the precision required for describing data trends or comparisons. To improve, focus on learning specific vocabulary for describing charts and tables, such as 'account for', 'constitute', 'a significant proportion', and 'the majority'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement ('The given pie chart and table reveals'), missing articles ('In pie chart'), and incorrect sentence structure ('Academic staff full time and part time users'). The range of structures is limited, consisting mostly of simple sentences. Complex sentence attempts are often flawed or incomplete. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring subject-verb agreement, and using articles correctly. Practicing the use of relative clauses and passive voice would also help in describing data more accurately.
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