Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 21 · 2026-09-22
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)
Report
The provided pie chart illustrates the breakdown of various categories of users utilizing a university library, while the table displays the percentages of user satisfaction across five distinct library services. Looking first at the categories of library users, full-time undergraduates make up the largest proportion by far, accounting for 44% of total library users. Full-time postgraduates represent the second-largest group at 25%, followed by part-time postgraduates at 16%. Distance learning students account for 8%, while academic staff form the smallest minority, comprising just 7% of library users. Turning to the library user satisfaction table, opinions vary significantly depending on the service evaluated. The highest levels of satisfaction are recorded for the helpfulness of staff, with an overwhelming 95% reporting being very satisfied and 5% fairly satisfied, resulting in zero dissatisfaction. Library opening hours also receive very positive feedback, with 65% very satisfied and 35% fairly satisfied. In contrast, resources and infrastructure show lower satisfaction rates and notable dissatisfaction. For the availability of books, 50% are very satisfied, 40% fairly satisfied, and 10% not satisfied. Similarly, the availability of journals and the reliability of Wi-Fi record higher dissatisfaction figures at 20% and 19% respectively, though the majority of users still lean toward being very or fairly satisfied with these facilities.
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 successfully covers all parts of the prompt by presenting a comprehensive overview of both the pie chart and the table. The student accurately highlights the main features, such as full-time undergraduates forming the largest category of library users at 44%, and correctly reports the extreme satisfaction with staff helpfulness (95% very satisfied) contrasted against the lower satisfaction levels for books, journals, and Wi-Fi. Comparisons are made effectively across the datasets, and no important data points are misread or omitted. The information is well-supported with specific figures from the visual prompts, satisfying the requirements of Band 8.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The text is logically organized with a clear progression from the pie chart data to the table data. Paragraphing is used effectively and appropriately, with each section dealing with a distinct part of the stimulus. Cohesive devices such as 'Looking first at', 'Turning to the library user satisfaction table', and 'In contrast' are employed naturally and guide the reader smoothly through the response without mechanical repetition. Referencing is consistently clear throughout.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
The student uses a sufficient and appropriate range of vocabulary for an Academic Task 1 response. Phrases like 'largest proportion by far', 'second-largest group', 'overwhelming 95%', and 'reliability of Wi-Fi record higher dissatisfaction figures' demonstrate a flexible control of lexical items relevant to data reporting. Word choices and collocations are generally accurate, and vocabulary is used with a good awareness of academic style.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The response features a wide range of complex structures used accurately. Sentences are well-constructed, incorporating participial phrases ('accounting for 44% of total library users', 'resulting in zero dissatisfaction') and subordinate clauses effectively. The vast majority of sentences are completely error-free, and control of punctuation is strong, meeting the criteria for a high band score.
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