Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 18 · 2026-07-27
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The chart below shows the number of households in the US by their annual income in 2007, 2011 and 2015.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 6.0)
The chart illustrates the number of household in the United State across five annual income group in 2007, 2011 and 2015, measured in millions. Overall, the largest proportions of households were in the lowest income group under $25,000 and the highest income group $1000,00 or more. While the number of high income household increased by the end of the period,the middle income categories remained relatively stable. In 2007, around 25 million household earned less than $25,000,while approximately 27 million were in the $25,00-$49,999 bracket. about 21 million household earned $50,000-$74,999 category. The highest income group accounted for nearly 29 million household. In 2011, the figure for the two lowest income group rose slightly to around 28 to 29 million. however, the number of household earning between 0$50,000 and 99, 999. By 2015 , households with annual income of $100,000 or more had increased significantly t0 about 33 million.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which negatively impacts the score. While you have identified the main trends and provided data points, the analysis is incomplete. Specifically, the paragraph regarding 2011 is unfinished, as the sentence 'however, the number of household earning between 0$50,000 and 99, 999' lacks a verb and a completion of the thought. Furthermore, the overview is somewhat generic. To improve, ensure you provide a complete summary of all data points and ensure the response meets the length requirement to avoid a penalty.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which is a positive start. However, the logical flow is disrupted by the incomplete sentence in the second body paragraph. Cohesive devices are used, such as 'While' and 'In 2007', but the transition between the 2011 data and the 2015 data is abrupt. To improve, ensure that each sentence is grammatically complete and that you use a wider range of linking words to connect your ideas more fluidly across the paragraphs.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.0
You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe trends, such as 'increased significantly' and 'remained relatively stable'. However, there are several errors in word formation and spelling, such as 'United State' instead of 'United States', 'household' used in the singular when plural is required, and the formatting of currency figures like '$1000,00'. These errors occasionally distract the reader. Focus on proofreading for pluralization and correct numerical formatting to enhance the precision of your writing.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors. Examples include subject-verb agreement issues ('number of household' instead of 'households'), missing verbs in the 2011 section, and inconsistent punctuation. The sentence structure is often repetitive. To reach a higher band, focus on ensuring every sentence has a clear subject and verb, and try to vary your sentence structure by using more complex clauses correctly.
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