Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-21
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)
The given image is a pie graph which illustrates us vital information regarding show the results of a survey of library users at a university and the graph shows the the full-time postgraduate. If we look closely it is clearly seen that the pie graph is divided into five categories such as Academic staff, Distance learning and Full-time postgraduate. The highest percent is Full-time undergraduate while in contrast the the least percent is Academic staff which is 7 percent. In Full-time undergraduate of percentage is 44 percent. The value of Academic staff is 7 percent while the value of Distance learning is 8 percent which is difference between only one percent Furthermore, the paert-time postgraduate one by third quarter in the value of Full-timepostgraduate. In Library user satification is mention in percentage, Library opening hours is very as 65 percent while the less satisfied is 35 percent. The Avalibility of journals is 45 pwecwnt.
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 attempts to cover both the pie chart and the table, noting categories like 'Full-time undergraduate' (44%), 'Academic staff' (7%), and elements of the satisfaction table such as 'Library opening hours' (65%). However, the overview is extremely weak and confused, failing to properly summarize the main trends. Furthermore, significant parts of the table and chart are described inaccurately or disjointedly (for instance, misinterpreting figures and leaving out key comparative analysis). Important data is presented in a fragmented, list-like manner without clear synthesis. This performance aligns with Band 5, as the task is only partially addressed with limited and sometimes confusing development of ideas.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The text suffers from severe organizational and structural flaws. There is no proper paragraphing, with all sentences lumped together into a single block. Cohesive devices are used in a mechanical and repetitive manner, such as 'If we look closely it is clearly seen that' and 'Furthermore'. The logical progression of information is frequently disrupted by abrupt jumps between the chart data and the satisfaction table. Pronoun referencing is also weak and confusing in places. While the writing has a recognizable overall structure, the lack of paragraphing and poor management of cohesive ties limit the score to Band 4.5, rounded to 5.0 based on standard descriptors.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary used is very basic and repetitive. Words such as 'graph', 'chart', 'value', and 'percent' are repeated frequently. There are also noticeable lexical errors and typos, such as 'paert-time', 'satification', 'mention', and 'pwecwnt'. The student attempts some less common vocabulary terms like 'categories' and 'percentage', but the range remains limited and inadequate for a flexible discussion of visual data. Although the meaning can mostly be deciphered despite the errors, the vocabulary constraints place this response squarely at Band 5.0.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
Grammatically, the response displays a limited range of sentence structures. Many sentences are awkwardly phrased, run-on, or grammatically incomplete, such as 'The given image is a pie graph which illustrates us vital information regarding show the results...' and 'In Library user satification is mention in percentage, Library opening hours is very as 65 percent while the less satisfied is 35 percent.' Frequent errors in clause structures, prepositions, and verb forms cause considerable difficulty for the reader and impede smooth communication at times. The control of grammar is weak, fitting the Band 5 descriptor.
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