Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-18
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 pie chart illustrates the distribution of library users at a university across five categories, while the table details their levels of satisfaction regarding five specific library services.
Overall, full-time undergraduates constituted the vast majority of library users, whereas academic staff represented the smallest group. In terms of user feedback, staff helpfulness and opening hours received the highest satisfaction ratings, while journal availability and wi-fi reliability registered the highest levels of dissatisfaction.
Regarding user demographics, full-time undergraduates accounted for nearly half of all library users at 44%. Full-time postgraduates formed the second-largest segment at 25%, followed by part-time postgraduates and distance learning students, who comprised 16% and 8% respectively. In contrast, academic staff made up the lowest proportion, at just 7%.
Turning to service satisfaction, the helpfulness of staff was the most highly rated feature, with 95% of respondents reporting they were "very satisfied" and zero dissatisfaction. Similarly, library opening hours satisfied all respondents, with 65% "very satisfied" and 35% "fairly satisfied." Conversely, availability of journals and wi-fi reliability caused the greatest dissatisfaction, recording "not satisfied" figures of 20% and 19% respectively. Finally, book availability displayed moderate feedback, with 50% of users very satisfied, 40% fairly satisfied, and 10% unsatisfied.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.5 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
The response fully satisfies all requirements of Academic Task 1. The student provides a clear overview highlighting the dominant user group (full-time undergraduates) and the key trends in satisfaction (high satisfaction with staff helpfulness and opening hours, and dissatisfaction with journals and wi-fi). Data is accurately selected and reported, such as the 44% for full-time undergraduates and 95% for very satisfied responses regarding staff helpfulness. Comparisons are made effectively across both the pie chart and the table without any noticeable omissions or inaccuracies in the data cited.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The essay is exceptionally well-structured and easy to follow. Information is logically sequenced, beginning with a clear introductory paragraph, moving to a concise overview, and then separating body paragraphs into demographic details and service satisfaction. Cohesive devices are used naturally and unobtrusively (e.g., 'whereas', 'In terms of', 'Conversely', 'Finally'). Paragraphing is entirely appropriate, with each paragraph serving a distinct and logical function in presenting the data.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.5
The vocabulary used is precise, varied, and appropriate for an Academic Task 1 response. The student successfully employs a range of functional terms to describe statistical data, such as 'distribution', 'constituted', 'vast majority', 'segment', 'proportion', and 'respectively'. Word choice and collocations are natural throughout, with no awkward phrasing or spelling errors observed, demonstrating a strong command of lexical resources.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The writing displays a wide range of complex sentence structures, including participial phrases and subordinate clauses (e.g., 'while the table details...', 'followed by part-time postgraduates and distance learning students, who comprised...'). The vast majority of sentences are completely error-free, and punctuation is handled with high precision. Grammatical control is strong, allowing for fluid and accurate communication of complex data relationships.
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