Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-09-07

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 7.0)

The table and pie charts illustrates the number of visitors to Ashdown Museum and their levels of satisfaction in the year before and its refurbishment.

Overall, it is clear that the number of visitors increased after the refurbishment. In addition, visitors satisfaction improved significantly, while dissatisfaction declined considerably.

Before the refurbishment, the museum attracted 74,000 visitors, whereas this figure rose to 92,000 in the following year. Regarding satisfaction, 40% of visitors were dissatisfied and 10% were very dissatisfied. By comparison, 30% were satisfied and 15% were very satisfied, while 5% gave no response.

After the refurbishment, the proportion of very satisfied visitors increased substantially, from 15% to 35%. Similarly, the percentage of satisfied visitors rose from 30% to 40%. In contrast, dissatisfied visitors fell from 40% to 15%, while the figure for very dissatisfied visitors decreased from 10% to 5%. The proportion of visitors who gave no response remained unchanged at 5%.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5

The response effectively addresses all parts of the task. You have provided a clear overview of the main trends, noting both the increase in visitor numbers and the shift in satisfaction levels. The data is accurately selected and reported, with relevant comparisons made between the two periods. The figures are correctly cited, and the key features of the table and charts are highlighted appropriately. To reach a higher band, ensure that the overview is even more integrated with the specific data points in the body paragraphs, though your current approach is already very strong and meets the requirements for a high band.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The response is logically organized, with a clear introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs that group information by category. The progression of ideas is smooth, and you have used cohesive devices such as 'whereas', 'by comparison', 'similarly', and 'in contrast' effectively to link sentences and clauses. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the visitor numbers from the satisfaction survey results. The flow of information is natural, and the referencing is clear throughout the text, making the report easy to follow.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey the information with precision. Phrases such as 'rose to', 'increased substantially', 'declined considerably', and 'remained unchanged' are used accurately and appropriately for a data-reporting task. There is a good awareness of style, and the vocabulary is varied enough to avoid repetition. While the range is solid, incorporating a few more sophisticated collocations or nuanced descriptors could further enhance the lexical quality. Overall, the vocabulary is precise and contributes to a clear, professional tone.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

The response demonstrates a good control of grammatical structures. You have successfully used a mix of simple and complex sentences, such as the use of 'whereas' and 'while' to create contrast. However, there is a minor subject-verb agreement error in the first sentence: 'The table and pie charts illustrates' should be 'illustrate'. Additionally, 'in the year before and its refurbishment' is slightly awkward; 'in the year before and after its refurbishment' would be more accurate. Despite these minor slips, the majority of your sentences are error-free, and the grammar does not impede communication.

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