Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · 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 7.0)
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 of 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 undergraduates 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 share of 7%.
Furthermore, most visitors of the library were satisfied with the helpfulness of the staff, which represented 95%, while the library opening hours and the availability of books stood at 65% and 50%, respectively. The reliability of Wi-Fi and availability of journals categories contributed 48% and 45%, respectively. Only the library opening hours and the helpfulness of staff were the classes in which no user showed dissatisfaction. In contrast, 20% of 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 | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The response effectively covers all parts of the task. You have successfully identified the main features of both the chart and the table, providing a clear overview and supporting details with relevant data. The comparison between categories is well-handled, particularly in the second paragraph where you contrast the user groups. To reach a higher band, ensure that you consistently highlight the most significant trends rather than listing every figure. For instance, while you mentioned the lowest and highest satisfaction rates, you could have more explicitly contrasted the high satisfaction with staff against the lower satisfaction with journals to provide a more analytical summary.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0
The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. You have used a variety of cohesive devices such as 'Overall', 'Firstly', 'Additionally', and 'In contrast' to guide the reader through the information. Paragraphing is used effectively to separate the two distinct data sets (user categories and satisfaction levels). The flow is generally smooth, though some transitions could be slightly more sophisticated to avoid a mechanical feel. Overall, the information is presented in a coherent manner that is easy to follow.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision. Phrases like 'accounted for', 'contributed', and 'highest proportion' are used appropriately in an academic context. There are no significant spelling or word-choice errors that impede communication. To improve, try to incorporate more varied synonyms for 'share' or 'category' to avoid repetition. For example, instead of repeating 'category' or 'class', you could use 'segment', 'demographic', or 'grouping' to show greater lexical flexibility.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
The response shows good control over a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free, and your use of punctuation is generally accurate. You successfully employed comparative structures such as 'while the academic staff showed less interest' and 'as compared to the distance learning category'. There are no major grammatical errors that cause confusion. To aim for a higher band, try to incorporate a wider variety of complex grammatical structures, such as participial phrases or passive voice constructions, to enhance the academic tone of the report.
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