Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 18 · 2026-08-01

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 7.0)

The chart below provides information on the number of households in the US by their annual income in the years 2007, 2011 and 2015.

Overall, most number of households had $100,000 or more income, this criteria clearly dominated the graph all 3 years. And the least number of households had $75,000-$99,999 income.

Firstly, in the year 2007 the highest number of households that is about 30 millions, had an income of $100,000 or more. The second highest number of households are around 27 millions which had an income between $25,000-$50,000. Moving forward, to the third highest that is 25 millions households with less than $25,000. The second most least in the graph is with income of $50,000-$74,000 with 22 millions households. Whereas, the least number of households, that is 14 millions households had an income of $75000-$99,999.

Moreover, in 2011, the graphs had increase for the incomes below $50,000 while, income $75,000 and more had seen a decline in chart. Finally, in the year 2015 income $100,000 topped the chart with around 34 millions households whereas, the income $75,000-$99,999 remains the least.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

You have successfully identified the main features and provided a clear overview. You covered all three years and made relevant comparisons between income brackets. However, the analysis is slightly uneven; while 2007 is described in detail, the descriptions for 2011 and 2015 are less comprehensive. To reach a higher band, ensure that the data for all years is presented with equal depth, and avoid minor inaccuracies such as stating 'most number of households' when referring to a specific category. Overall, the response is well-focused and meets the requirements of the task.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The response is logically organized with a clear introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. You use cohesive devices such as 'Firstly', 'Moving forward', and 'Moreover' to guide the reader. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the paragraphing could be improved by grouping the data more effectively—perhaps by trends rather than just by year. Referencing is generally clear, though some sentences are slightly disjointed. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring smoother transitions between sentences would enhance the flow of your writing.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'dominated', 'declined', and 'topped the chart'. There are some minor errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'most least' (which is redundant) and 'the graphs had increase' (which should be 'the graph showed an increase'). While you use enough vocabulary to convey your meaning clearly, the range is somewhat limited. To improve, try to incorporate more precise reporting verbs and synonyms for 'increase' or 'decrease' to avoid repetition.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical slips, such as 'most number of households' (should be 'the highest number of households') and 'this criteria' (should be 'this criterion'). Additionally, there are some issues with article usage and pluralization, such as '30 millions' (should be '30 million'). While these errors are noticeable, they do not impede communication. To achieve a higher score, focus on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of plural forms for large numbers.

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