Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 14 · 2026-08-09
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The chart below shows the value of one country’s exports in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table shows the percentage change in each category of exports in 2016 compared with 2015.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.5)
TASK-1
The manifested bar graph demonstrates that the value of export in one contry in various categories during 2015 and 2016. The table illustrates the percentage change in each category of export in 2016 compared with 2015.
Overall, bar graph illustrates export earning in [redacted phone] in billions $ which include Petroleum products, engineered good gems and jewellery, agricultural products and Tenble. Then, the table shows change in values in 2016 as compar to 2015.
Initially, the export earning of proed petroleum products in 2015 is 60 Billions dollars and in 2016 is 62 Billions dollars. Engineered good in 2015 is 57 Billions dollars in 2016 is 61 Billions dollars. Moreover, gems and jewellery in 2015 is 42 Billion dollar in 2016 is 41 Billion dollars. Then, agricultural products in 2015 is 31 Billion dollar and same in 2016. Lastly, textiles in 2015 is 25 Billions dollar and in 2016 is 31 Billions dollars.
Secondly, the percentage of change in val values in 2016 as compare to 2015. First, the petroleum products are increase upto 3%. Then, engineered products are also increases upto 8.5%. Additionally, gems and jewellery values are decrease to 5.18%. Then, agricultural
products are rise upto 0.81% .Atlast,
textiles are huge increase to 15-24%.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers all parts of the task by reporting on both the bar chart and the table. However, the overview is weak; it merely lists the categories rather than highlighting the main trends or significant differences. The data reporting is largely accurate, but the description of the percentage changes is somewhat disjointed. To improve, you should focus on synthesizing the information—for example, noting that while most categories saw growth, gems and jewellery experienced a decline. The report lacks a clear, analytical summary of the most significant features, which prevents it from reaching a higher band.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, but the logical progression is hindered by repetitive phrasing and awkward transitions. Phrases like 'Initially', 'Secondly', and 'Atlast' are used mechanically rather than to build a sophisticated argument. The referencing is sometimes unclear, and the flow between the bar chart data and the table data is abrupt. While the reader can follow the information, the lack of varied cohesive devices and the somewhat disjointed structure make the text feel like a list of facts rather than a cohesive report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The range of vocabulary is limited and repetitive. You frequently use basic verbs like 'is' and 'increase' or 'decrease'. There are also several spelling errors ('contry', 'Tenble', 'proed', 'val values') and word choice issues, such as 'huge increase to 15-24%'. To achieve a higher score, you need to use a wider range of vocabulary to describe trends, such as 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', or 'experienced a marginal decline'. The current vocabulary is just sufficient to convey the basic meaning but lacks the precision and variety required for higher bands.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors. Issues include missing articles ('in one contry'), incorrect verb forms ('are increase', 'are also increases'), and punctuation errors. Subject-verb agreement is inconsistent throughout the text. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they are frequent enough to distract the reader. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction and ensuring that your verb tenses remain consistent when describing data from the past.
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