Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-04
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 pie chart shows the different categories of library users and the percentage of users in each category.
This is the category of library users in different prospects of library. The Full-time undergraduate accounted for 44% making it the largest proportion. Distance learning and academic staff are the smallest proportion of library.
Followed by Full-time postgraduate are average 25% and Part-time postgraduate are below average in the category of library users that is 16%.
The line graph illustrates the satisfaction of library user. In this line graph there are 5 rows and columns. Environment of library and nature is described in this graph and satisfaction numbers of library users.
Helpfulness of stuff rating is very high in all aspects that is 95. Availability of journals get 20 numbers in not satisfied and 45 in very satisfied. The library opening hours got 65 numbers in very satisfied and 35 in fairly satisfied 0 in not satisfied. Overall satisfaction in the graph is very satisfied.
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 addresses the task by summarizing the provided data, but it lacks a clear overview and fails to make meaningful comparisons. While you identify the largest and smallest categories, the description of the line graph is confusing. You mention '5 rows and columns' and 'nature' of the library, which are not accurate interpretations of the data provided. Furthermore, the data points for the line graph are presented in a fragmented way without clear synthesis. To improve, you should group related information more logically and ensure that the overview highlights the most significant trends rather than just listing individual figures.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into short paragraphs, but the progression of ideas is disjointed. The transition between the pie chart and the line graph is abrupt. While you use some cohesive devices like 'Followed by', the connection between sentences is often mechanical. The referencing is sometimes unclear, such as in the phrase 'in different prospects of library', which does not clearly link to the data. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring each paragraph has a clear topic sentence would significantly enhance the flow and logical progression of your report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is somewhat limited and repetitive. You rely on basic terms like 'category', 'numbers', and 'graph'. There are also issues with word choice and collocation, such as 'Helpfulness of stuff rating' (should be 'staff') and 'in different prospects of library', which is not a natural English expression. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise vocabulary related to data description, such as 'proportion', 'segment', 'fluctuation', or 'majority', and ensure that you use technical terms like 'staff' correctly.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors. Examples include 'Distance learning and academic staff are the smallest proportion' (subject-verb agreement/plurality issues) and 'Availability of journals get 20 numbers' (should be 'received' or 'accounted for'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with the lack of commas in complex lists. While the meaning is generally understandable, the frequency of errors in basic grammar and sentence construction prevents the response from reaching a higher band.
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