Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-16
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 pie chart shown in the question illustrates the percentage of library users belonging to different categories. Also, the satisfaction percentage of the library users is shown in the subsequent table.
Overall, it is evident that the majority of the library users are full-time undergraduates. Full-time postgraduates are also a significant cohort in terms of users, whereas the rest of the users fall amongst part-time postgraduates, distance learners and academic staffs. In terms of satisfaction, the users seem considerably satisfied with the library opening hours and very satisfied with the staff helpfulness. However, availability of books and journals is a topic attracting difference of opinions in terms of satisfaction. The same can be said about the quality and reliability of the wi-fi connection in the library.
Deep diving into the numbers, we can observe that the full time students are the majority of the library users. Full time undergraduates and postgraduates contribute 44% and 25% respectively to the percentage of library users. Apart from them, 16% users are part time graduates, and the rest are distance learners with 8% and academic staffs with 7%.
The helpfulness of the library staffs is the key catalyst contributing to the satisfaction of the library users as 95% of them are very satisfied with the staffs. Users are also considerably satisfied with the library opening hours where 65% of them are very satisfied and the rest are fairly satisfied. Availability of books and journals is a topic where people seem to have somewhat dissatisfaction. 10% of the users are not satisfied with the availabilty of the books, whereas 20% of the users think the same about the journals. The quality of wifi also is a thing of concern, drawing dissatisfaction from 19% of the users.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The student successfully addresses all parts of the prompt by summarising both the pie chart and the table. An adequate overview is provided, highlighting the main features such as the dominance of full-time undergraduates and general satisfaction trends. Key data points are accurately reported and supported, such as full-time undergraduates making up 44% and staff helpfulness scoring 95% satisfaction. Comparisons are made appropriately between categories and survey results. The response is fully developed and meets all requirements of Task 1 for an Academic response. Band 7.0 is awarded because all parts of the task are addressed with a clear overview and relevant data selection, though further integration of the data sources could make the comparison even sharper.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0
The response is logically organised with a clear progression from an introduction and general overview to detailed body paragraphs examining the chart and table data separately. Paragraphing is used appropriately, and cohesive devices are employed effectively (e.g., 'Overall, it is evident', 'Deep diving into the numbers', 'Apart from them'). However, some transitions feel a bit conversational or mechanical (e.g., 'Deep diving into the numbers'). Referencing is generally clear, and the overall flow of information ensures the reader can easily follow the arguments and data comparisons. Band 7.0 reflects this clear logical organisation and flexible use of cohesive devices throughout the text.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
The student demonstrates an adequate and generally appropriate range of vocabulary for the task. Words and phrases such as 'significant cohort', 'attracting difference of opinions', and 'key catalyst' show a good attempt at less common lexical items. There are, however, occasional minor lexical inaccuracies or awkward phrasing, such as 'academic staffs' (staff is usually uncountable) and 'part time graduates' (the chart specifies postgraduates). Despite these slight slips, the vocabulary is sufficient to convey the meaning clearly and precisely in most instances. Band 6.5 or a solid 7.0 is appropriate here; given the successful use of functional academic vocabulary, a Band 7.0 is warranted as the errors do not impede communication.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
A good mix of simple and complex sentence structures is used throughout the response, including relative clauses and subordinate structures (e.g., 'The chart shown in the question illustrates...', 'whereas the rest of the users fall...'). There are frequent error-free sentences, and the control of grammar and punctuation is generally good. Minor errors do occur, such as the omission of articles ('the availability of the books') and pluralisation issues ('library staffs'). Nonetheless, these errors do not impede communication and the structural range is fairly diverse. Band 7.0 is awarded for the variety of structures used and generally good grammatical control.
See this exact question answered at other band scores — the same prompt compared across bands.
Browse more IELTS Writing model answers or get your own writing scored by the same AI examiner.