Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · 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 7.5)
The provided pie chart and table illustrate the various categories of library users and their corresponding satisfaction percentages across five different library services.
Overall, full-time undergraduate students form the largest user group. Additionally, users are highly satisfied with the staff, whereas journal availability has the highest percentage of dissatisfaction.
Looking at the pie chart, nearly half of the users are full-time undergraduates (44%). The second largest group is full-time postgraduates at 25%. Part-time postgraduates account for 16%, which is exactly double the percentage of distance learners (8%). Academic staff make up the smallest category, comprising just 7% of total users.
According to the table, an overwhelming 95% of users are very satisfied with staff helpfulness. Library opening hours also receive positive feedback, with 65% feeling very satisfied. In contrast, 20% of users are not satisfied with journal availability, and 19% report dissatisfaction with wi-fi reliability. Finally, book availability leaves 10% of users feeling unsatisfied.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.5 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have successfully identified the main features of both the pie chart and the table, providing a clear overview and supporting details. The comparison between user groups, such as noting that part-time postgraduates are 'exactly double' the percentage of distance learners, is precise and demonstrates good analytical skills. The summary of satisfaction levels is also well-selected, highlighting the extremes of the data effectively. To reach a higher band, ensure that you consistently link the data points more explicitly to the overall trends, though your current approach is already very clear and accurate.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The response is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. You have used an effective structure, starting with an introduction, followed by a concise overview, and then separate paragraphs for the chart and the table. Cohesive devices such as 'Additionally', 'In contrast', and 'Finally' are used appropriately to guide the reader through the information. The paragraphing is logical and contributes to the overall clarity of the report. The flow is smooth, and there is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive use of linking words.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey information with precision. Phrases like 'corresponding satisfaction percentages', 'overwhelming 95%', and 'comprising just 7%' demonstrate a good command of language appropriate for an academic report. The vocabulary is accurate and fits the context well. While the range is sufficient, incorporating a few more sophisticated synonyms or collocations related to data description (e.g., 'constitute the largest proportion' or 'a significant disparity') could further enhance the lexical variety and elevate the score to the highest band.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The writing is highly accurate, with the majority of sentences being error-free. You have demonstrated a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures, such as the use of relative clauses ('which is exactly double...') and participial phrases ('comprising just 7%'). Punctuation is used correctly throughout, and there are no grammatical errors that impede communication. The control over tense and subject-verb agreement is consistent. To achieve a higher score, you could experiment with a slightly wider variety of complex structures, such as passive voice constructions or conditional forms, to show even greater flexibility.
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