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)
This chart demonstrate the outcome of a survey of library users at a university.
We commence with the categories of library users for instance full time undergraduate with 44 percent as the big one in the categories below it we have full-time postgraduate with 25 percent as in the second place in addition the part-time postgraduate with 16 percent moreover we have the distance learning which means all courses with 8 percent and academic staff closer to it with 7 percent.
Secondly, we’ve the library user satisfaction it demonstrate to us that helpful of staff in the first place with 95 percent very satisfied and only 5 percent fairly satisfied which means they’re on top.
In addition library opening hours in the second place 65% satisfied and 35 fairly satisfied, also we have availability of books and availability of journals furthermore reliability of wi-fi they’re close to each other.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which negatively impacts the score. While you have identified the main features of the chart and table, the analysis is superficial. You list the data points but fail to make meaningful comparisons or highlight significant trends effectively. For instance, you mention the percentages for user categories but do not group them or contrast the high satisfaction levels with the lower ones. To improve, ensure you provide a clear overview and synthesize the data rather than simply listing figures. The response is also slightly under the required length, which limits the depth of your analysis.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is divided into paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. You use basic cohesive devices like 'We commence with', 'Secondly', and 'In addition', but these are often used mechanically or inappropriately. The flow between sentences is disjointed, particularly in the second paragraph where you list data without clear transitions. The referencing is sometimes unclear, such as 'they’re on top', which lacks a specific antecedent. To improve, focus on using a wider variety of linking words and ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence that guides the reader through the data.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
Your vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. Phrases like 'the big one' and 'closer to it' are informal and lack the precision required for an Academic Task 1 report. You rely heavily on basic descriptors and struggle to use academic collocations. For example, instead of saying 'it demonstrate to us', you should use more formal reporting verbs like 'illustrates' or 'indicates'. To reach a higher band, you need to incorporate more precise terminology related to data description, such as 'the majority', 'a significant proportion', or 'the lowest figure'.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
There are frequent grammatical errors throughout the text, including subject-verb agreement issues ('This chart demonstrate', 'it demonstrate to us') and missing articles. The sentence structures are mostly simple, and there is a lack of complex sentence forms. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with run-on sentences and a lack of commas to separate clauses. These errors occasionally impede the flow of information. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and try to incorporate complex structures, such as relative clauses or passive voice, to describe the data more formally.
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