Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-06

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The table below shows the numbers of visitors to Ashdown Museum during the year before and the year after it was refurbished. The charts show the result of surveys asking visitors how satisfied they were with their visit, during the same two periods.

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

Student answer (Band 6.5)

The table illustrates the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum before and after the renovation, and the pie charts display the results of surveys asking visitors who were pleased with their visit during these two periods.

Overall, after the refurbishment, the total number of visitors saw a dramatic rise. However, the proportions of very satisfied and satisfied people also experienced a dramatic increase, while dissatisfied people accounted for more than half. No respondents remained unchanged.

The total number of visitors to Ashdown Museum saw a noticeable increase after the renovation took place, from 74,000 to 92,000. Turning to the results of surveys of visitors who were gratified, the very satisfied people experienced a dramatic increase from 15% to 35%, more than double. Meanwhile, substantial growth was seen in satisfied people, which rose from 30% to 40%.

Regarding the proportion of dissatisfied visitors, it saw a marked decrease from 40% to 15%, which is more than half of its original proportion. Conversely, the very dissatisfied figure witnessed a gradual decline from 10% to 5%. There was no change seen in the no response category, which remained at 5%.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have successfully identified the main features of the data, including the overall increase in visitor numbers and the shifts in satisfaction levels. You provided clear comparisons between the two periods, such as the rise in 'very satisfied' visitors and the decline in 'dissatisfied' ones. However, there is a factual error in your summary: you stated that 'dissatisfied people accounted for more than half' after the renovation, whereas the data shows this figure actually decreased to 15%. This misinterpretation of the data slightly impacts the accuracy of your reporting. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are transcribed and interpreted with absolute precision.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

Your response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs that group information effectively. The progression of ideas is smooth, and you use a variety of cohesive devices such as 'Turning to', 'Meanwhile', and 'Conversely' to link your points. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the visitor numbers from the satisfaction survey results. The flow of information is easy to follow, and the relationship between the different parts of the data is clearly established throughout the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary, using terms like 'refurbishment', 'proportion', 'gratified', and 'witnessed a gradual decline'. This allows for a clear and precise description of the trends. There are occasional minor issues with collocation, such as 'the very dissatisfied figure', which sounds slightly unnatural. However, your vocabulary is sufficient to convey the meaning accurately and with some flexibility. To improve, focus on using more sophisticated collocations and ensuring that your word choices are contextually perfect.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures effectively, such as 'The total number of visitors... saw a noticeable increase... from 74,000 to 92,000'. Your control over grammar is generally strong, and most of your sentences are error-free. There are very few grammatical slips, and punctuation is handled well. The structure of your sentences is varied enough to maintain interest and clarity. The minor errors present do not impede communication, and your overall control of complex structures is commendable for this task.

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