Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 14 · 2026-08-04

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The plans below show a public park when it first opened in 1920 and the same park today.

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

Student answer (Band 6.5)

In 1920, The two maps compare the layout of Grange Park when it first opened in 1920 and how the park looks today.

Overall, the park has changed significantly over time. Several old facilities, such as the stage, fountain, pond and glasshouse, have been removed. In contrast, new features including an Amphitheatre, a cafe, a children's play area and a water feature have been added to make the park more attractive for visitors.

In 1920, the park had two entrances, one from Arnold Avenue and another from Eldon Street. There was a fountain in the Centre, while a stage for musicians was located on the left side. Four rose gardens were placed around the park. A pond for water plants was situated in the north-east corner, and a glasshouse was built in the south-east corner. In addition, several seats were provided around the park for visitors.

Today, the stage has been replaced by an Amphitheatre for concerts. The fountain has disappeared, and a rose garden with seats is now in the Centre of the park. The pond and the glasshouse have also been removed. Instead, a café and a children's play area have been built in the north-east part of the park, while a water feature has been added in the south-east corner.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have provided a clear overview of the significant changes and successfully selected and reported the main features of the park in both 1920 and the present day. Comparisons are made throughout the text, such as noting that the stage was replaced by an amphitheatre and that the pond and glasshouse were removed. The information is well-selected, and the key differences are highlighted clearly, meeting the requirements for a high-level response. The structure is logical, moving from a general overview to specific details of the past and then the present.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response is well-organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph has a distinct focus: the introduction/overview, the 1920 layout, and the current layout. You use cohesive devices effectively, such as 'In contrast', 'In addition', and 'Instead', to link ideas and signal transitions between the past and present. The paragraphing is logical and contributes to the overall clarity of the report. The information is easy to follow, and the relationship between the two maps is clearly articulated throughout the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for describing maps and changes, such as 'layout', 'facilities', 'removed', 'replaced', and 'situated'. The language is precise and natural, allowing for a clear description of the park's evolution. While the vocabulary is accurate and sufficient, it could be further enhanced by incorporating more sophisticated collocations or varied synonyms to describe the transformation of the park, such as 'undergone a transformation' or 'demolished' instead of 'removed'. Overall, the lexical range is more than adequate for this task.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

The writing displays a good range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and passive voice constructions, which are essential for describing changes in a map task (e.g., 'the stage has been replaced by an Amphitheatre'). The sentences are generally error-free, and the control over punctuation and tense usage is strong. There are no significant grammatical errors that impede communication. To reach a higher band, you could experiment with more varied sentence beginnings or more complex subordinating clauses to further demonstrate grammatical flexibility.

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