Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.5 · 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 6.5)
The bar chart and table provide data about the results of a survey of library visitors at a university.
Overall, the full-time undergraduates had the largest share for using the library, while the academic staff showed less interest in visiting the library. Most library visitors are satisfied with the helpfulness of library staff and least satisfied with the availability of journals.
Firstly, for visiting the library, the full-time graduates had the largest share with 44%, while the full-time postgraduates had a participation of 25%. Additionally, the part-time graduates accounted for 16%, as compared to the distance learning category, which contributed 8%, and the academic staff class had the lowest proportion of 7%.
Furthermore, most visitors of the library were satisfied with the helpfulness of staff and stayed at 95%, while the library opening hours and the availability of books accounted for 65% and 50%, respectively. The reliability of Wi-Fi and availability classes contributed to 48% and 45%, respectively. Only the library opening hours and the helpfulness of staff were the class in which no user showed dissatisfaction. In contrast, 20 users were not satisfied with the availability of journals, which had the highest proportion related to the "not satisfied" section.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.0 |
| Overall | 6.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5
The response successfully covers all parts of the task by summarizing the main features of both the chart and the table. You have identified the key trends, such as the dominance of full-time undergraduates and the high satisfaction levels regarding staff helpfulness. However, the analysis could be improved by making more direct comparisons between the categories. For instance, noting that the participation of full-time undergraduates (44%) is more than five times that of academic staff (7%) would provide a stronger analytical focus. The data is generally accurate, though the description of the satisfaction table could be more precise in distinguishing between percentages and raw numbers where applicable.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5
The response is logically organized with a clear introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs focusing on the chart and table respectively. Paragraphing is used effectively to separate the two distinct data sets. Cohesive devices such as 'Firstly', 'Additionally', and 'In contrast' are used to guide the reader through the information. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the flow between sentences could be improved by using more varied referencing. Overall, the progression of ideas is clear and easy to follow throughout the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.0
You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe the data, including terms like 'participation', 'proportion', and 'contributed'. There is an attempt to use less common vocabulary, though some word choices are slightly imprecise, such as 'the academic staff class' or 'the availability classes'. The use of 'accounted for' and 'satisfied with' is appropriate for this task type. To reach a higher band, focus on more precise collocations and avoid repetitive phrasing when describing percentages or survey results.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0
The response demonstrates a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are clear, and errors in grammar or punctuation are infrequent and do not impede communication. There are minor issues, such as 'the helpfulness of staff and stayed at 95%', which is grammatically awkward. Additionally, 'Only the library opening hours and the helpfulness of staff were the class' contains a subject-verb agreement error. Despite these slips, the control of grammar is generally good, and the meaning is always conveyed effectively.
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