Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-09-03
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 picture gives information about city hospital 2007 and city hospital 2010 in the format of map is given. In 2007, there is hospital Rd, car park, staff and public, and city road is given. In the middle, hospital Rd is located ,on the cark park with staff and public located in east sides, and city road located in south side. Blue stop is also given in the pictures and it also show the east, west, north and south which is very essential things in the Map. This is Ring Road where City Hospital is there, and many people come to treatment.
In city hospital 2010, there is Ring Road which have different places such as public car park in the east side, bus station in the west side, city road in the south side, and staff car park is located in east side. Roundabout is also given in the pictures which is good. In conclusion, this picture is informative.
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 describe the maps but fails to provide a clear overview or a meaningful comparison of the changes between 2007 and 2010. The description is largely a list of features rather than a synthesis of the information. Key developments, such as the introduction of the roundabout and the bus station, are mentioned but not integrated into a coherent analysis of the hospital's accessibility. The conclusion is generic and does not summarize the main trends as required by the task. To improve, you must identify the most significant changes and group them logically to show how the site evolved over the three-year period.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is organized into two paragraphs, but the progression of ideas is weak. The writing relies on repetitive sentence structures, such as 'there is' and 'is located', which makes the flow mechanical. Cohesive devices are limited and often used incorrectly, such as the phrase 'which is very essential things in the Map' which does not serve a cohesive function. The referencing is sometimes unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow the spatial relationships between the different features described. More varied linking words and better paragraph structure are needed to improve the logical flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is basic and repetitive, relying heavily on simple nouns and verbs. There is a lack of precise terminology to describe spatial relationships or changes (e.g., 'east sides', 'south side'). The phrase 'which is very essential things' is awkward and reflects a limited range of vocabulary. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise descriptive language, such as 'situated', 'adjacent to', 'transformed', or 'constructed', and avoid repeating the same sentence patterns. The current range is just sufficient to convey the basic information but lacks the flexibility required for higher scores.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response consists mainly of simple sentences with frequent grammatical errors. There are issues with subject-verb agreement, such as 'Blue stop is also given... and it also show' and 'Ring Road which have different places'. Articles are often missing or misused, for example, 'in the format of map is given'. Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with comma usage. While the meaning is generally understandable, the lack of complex structures and the frequency of errors in basic grammar limit the score. You should focus on mastering subject-verb agreement and using a wider variety of sentence structures, including relative clauses and passive voice.
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