Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-11
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)
In this chart they are asking about the categories of library users. Which is separated into 5 categories and also show the percentage of satisfaction of library users. It also show the satisfaction of users how much they are satisfied or not satisfied.
In categories of library users 7% are Academic staff, 8% is Distance learning (all courses), 16% are part-time postgraduate,25% are full time postgraduate and 44% are full-time undergraduate.
First one category is opening hours in which they shows the 65% percent users are satisfied and 35% are fairly satisfied and their is no not satisfied which is good but they need to increase the timing of opening hours
Second one category is helpfulness of staff in which the users are 95% satisfied and 5% are fairly satisfied.
Third one category is availability of books in which they are 50% very satisfied , 40% are fairly satisfied and 10 % are not satisfied.
Fourth one category is availability of journals which is 45 % Very satisfied , 35% are fairly satisfied and 20% are not satisfied.
Fifth category is Reliability of wifi in which 48% users are very satisfied ,33 %users are fairly satisfied and 19% of users are not satisfied.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response covers the main features of the data, including the breakdown of user categories and the satisfaction levels for various services. However, the report lacks a clear overview or summary of the most significant trends, which is a requirement for a high band score. Additionally, the student includes personal commentary, such as 'which is good but they need to increase the timing', which is inappropriate for an Academic Task 1 report. The data is presented in a list-like fashion rather than being synthesised into a coherent analytical summary. To improve, focus on grouping related data points and identifying key comparisons rather than listing every figure individually.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is organised into paragraphs, but the logical progression is weak. Each paragraph simply lists data without connecting ideas or using cohesive devices effectively. The transition between the user categories and the satisfaction survey is abrupt. There is a lack of linking words (e.g., 'furthermore', 'in contrast', 'whereas') to guide the reader through the data. The referencing is also repetitive, with almost every sentence beginning with a similar structure, such as 'First one category is...' or 'Second one category is...'. Improving the use of cohesive devices and varying sentence starters would significantly enhance the flow of the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is basic and repetitive. Phrases like 'First one category is' and 'Second one category is' are used repeatedly, which limits the range of expression. There are also errors in word choice and phrasing, such as 'In this chart they are asking about' (the chart does not ask questions) and 'their is no not satisfied' (which is grammatically incorrect and lexically imprecise). To achieve a higher band, you should use a wider variety of reporting verbs and nouns related to data analysis, such as 'proportion', 'majority', 'significant', and 'fluctuate'. Avoid informal language and focus on precise, academic terminology.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response relies heavily on simple sentence structures. There are frequent grammatical errors, such as subject-verb agreement issues ('they shows', 'which is separated') and incorrect use of articles or prepositions. Punctuation is also inconsistent, with spaces missing before commas and periods. The range of grammatical structures is limited, with few attempts at complex sentences. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring subject-verb agreement, and incorporating a mix of complex structures, such as relative clauses or subordinating conjunctions, to describe the data more fluidly.
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