Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-08-15

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The two maps below show road access to a city hospital in 2007 and 2010.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons wherever relevant.

Student answer (Band 5.0)

The two map illustrates the road access to a city hospital in 2007 and 2010.

In 2007 city hospital connected with a ring road. While the hospital road have 6 bus stops or a single car parking for stuff and public.

In 2010 city hospital have a another entrance through the round about and also have ring road in the north.On the west of hospital road there was a Bus station or on the east there is a staff car park. Below down the ring road of right side of the hospital there was a public car park.

In summary the hospital have several changes in 2007 there was a 6 bus stops that were replaced by the bus station in 2010. In 2007 there was a single parking for public or staff but in 2010 it will be divided into two separate parkings.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While you have identified the main features of the maps, such as the changes in road access and parking facilities, the description is somewhat superficial. You mention the bus stops and parking areas, but the analysis lacks detail regarding the specific locations or the nature of the changes (e.g., the new roundabout). Because the response is under-length and lacks a fully developed overview of the trends, it does not adequately cover all parts of the task. To improve, ensure you provide a more comprehensive summary and reach the required word count by elaborating on the spatial relationships shown in the maps.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response is organized into paragraphs, which is a positive step. However, the logical progression is hindered by the limited length and some awkward phrasing. Cohesive devices are used, but they are often mechanical or misused, such as 'Below down the ring road of right side'. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the spatial changes between 2007 and 2010. To improve, use a wider variety of linking words (e.g., 'consequently', 'in contrast', 'furthermore') and ensure that your descriptions of location are precise and easy to follow.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but remains quite basic and repetitive. You rely on simple descriptors like 'connected', 'have', and 'changes'. There is little evidence of less common lexical items or precise terminology related to map description (e.g., 'intersected', 'relocated', 'expanded'). Additionally, there are errors in word choice, such as 'stuff' instead of 'staff' and 'Below down' which is not standard English. To reach a higher band, focus on using more precise vocabulary to describe changes in infrastructure and ensure correct spelling and word formation.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are consistent issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'The two map illustrates', 'hospital have a another entrance') and article usage. The sentence structures are mostly simple, with limited attempts at complex sentences. The tense usage is also inconsistent, shifting between past and future ('it will be divided') when describing historical data. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and ensuring consistent tense usage when describing past events. Incorporating a wider range of complex sentence structures would also help improve your score.

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