Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-03

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 presented pie chart depict the proportion of the five different types of library users at the university. While the table data illustrates the information of the library users satisfaction level. The data are showed as percentages.

Overall, it can be seen that the full-time undergraduate students were use library the most. Conversely, the least users were not satisfied in the library opening hours and helpfulness of staff categories.

To begin with, categories under the academic staff and distance learning users used library about 7% and 8% respectively. It was the lowest proportion of usage by these categories. However, full time undergraduate students utilized library approximately 44%. It was the highest share of the library users. Moreover, 16% and 25% of the students who used library comes from the part-time postgraduate and full-time postgraduate respectively.

Moving to the rest of the information, under the not satisfied level, library opening hours and helpfulness of staff categories hold 0%. It was the same proportion in both categories. However, 95% of users were very satisfied in Helpfulness of staff services.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have successfully identified the main features of the data, such as the highest and lowest categories of library users and the satisfaction levels. However, the report lacks a clear, analytical comparison between the two datasets. For instance, you mention the satisfaction levels but do not link them back to the user categories effectively. To improve, ensure you provide a more comprehensive overview that synthesizes the information rather than listing data points in isolation. While you covered the key trends, the analysis remains somewhat descriptive. Aim to group related data points more logically to highlight significant differences or similarities between the groups.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response is organized into logical paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. You use some cohesive devices like 'Conversely', 'To begin with', and 'However' to transition between ideas. However, some of these transitions feel mechanical or slightly forced. Additionally, the referencing is occasionally unclear; for example, in the final paragraph, the jump between user categories and satisfaction levels lacks a smooth transition. To reach a higher band, focus on using a wider variety of cohesive devices and ensure that the progression of ideas within and between paragraphs is more fluid and natural.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You have a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey the main points, such as 'proportion', 'utilized', and 'categories'. However, there are some inaccuracies in word choice and collocation, such as 'The data are showed' (should be 'shown') and 'the least users were not satisfied' (should be 'the fewest users'). The vocabulary is generally functional but lacks the precision and variety required for higher bands. To improve, try to incorporate more sophisticated synonyms and ensure that your word choices are contextually appropriate for an academic report.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You demonstrate a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. However, there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally distract the reader, such as 'were use library' (should be 'used the library'), 'the least users were not satisfied in the library opening hours' (preposition error), and '95% of users were very satisfied in Helpfulness' (should be 'with the helpfulness'). Subject-verb agreement and article usage are inconsistent throughout the text. To improve, focus on proofreading for basic grammatical accuracy, particularly with verb tenses and the correct use of prepositions in academic contexts.

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