Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 14 · 2026-08-10

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The charts below show the average percentages in typical meals of three types of nutrients, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten too much.

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

Student answer (Band 5.0)

The pie chart illustration the average proportion in typical meals of various types of nutrients such as sodium, saturated fats and added sugar, all of which may be unhealthy if eaten so much.

Overall, the highest percentage of sodium eaten in dinner, wheres breakfast recorded the lowest.

Turning to the details, the figure for sodium eaten stood at 43% in dinner, while saturated fat registered at 37%, however added sugar eat 23% in dinner. Moreover, average percentages of sodium in typical meals consumed in the USA 29% in lunch, while 26% meals consumed in saturated fat, beside added sugar people consumed 19% in lunch.

Turning to the remaining details, people consumed lowest sodium consumed 14% in snacks, while 21% in saturated fast and 42% in added sugar. people meals consumed in the USA using sodium 14% in breakfast, wheres small increase 16% use saturated fast in breakfast, and moreover, same percentage meals consumed in added sugar.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers the main features of the charts, but the presentation of data is often confusing and inaccurate. For instance, the claim that 'the highest percentage of sodium eaten in dinner' is supported by data, but the subsequent description of lunch and breakfast is disjointed and difficult to follow. The report lacks a clear, analytical overview that synthesizes the trends across the four meal types. While the main features are identified, the lack of clarity in comparing the nutrients across different meals prevents a higher score. The response is somewhat mechanical in its listing of figures rather than providing a cohesive summary.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response is organized into paragraphs, but the progression of ideas is often illogical. The use of cohesive devices is frequently mechanical or misused, such as 'Turning to the details' and 'Turning to the remaining details,' which feel repetitive. Referencing is often unclear, making it difficult for the reader to track which nutrient or meal is being discussed. The transition between sentences is abrupt, and the lack of clear logical flow between the data points hinders the overall readability of the report.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, relying heavily on basic terms like 'consumed,' 'eaten,' and 'percentage.' There are several instances of awkward phrasing and incorrect word choice, such as 'added sugar eat 23%' and 'saturated fast' (instead of fat). The range of vocabulary is insufficient to convey the information with precision. While the meaning is generally understandable, the lack of variety and the frequent errors in collocation and word form restrict the score to the lower end of the scale.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement ('the pie chart illustration'), missing prepositions, and awkward sentence structures ('saturated fast' used repeatedly instead of 'saturated fat'). The range of grammatical structures is limited, consisting mostly of simple sentences with some errors in basic syntax. Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with the use of commas. These frequent errors demonstrate a lack of control over complex structures.

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