Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-09-01
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The graph below shows average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions per person in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy and Portugal between 1967 and 2007.
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
The line graph compares the person who used average carbon dioxide emissions in the UK , Sweden ,Italy and Portugal from 1967 to 2007. It is clearly seen that UK consumed more carbon dioxide but dropped when it reached to 2007. Sweden used under 10 and became matching to the UK in 1977 but declined whereas Italy was nearly half of Sweden .Portugal increased steadily and became approximately five.
In 1980, the used of carbon dioxide was enormous in the UK; however there was slightly fell in 2007.By 1980, the number of person were under 8 while it was same to the UK in 1977 but went down to six in 2007.
The figures for the other two region were similar to each other in that they constantly rose, b
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.5
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the task achievement. Furthermore, the response is incomplete, ending abruptly mid-sentence. While you have identified some main features, such as the UK's decline and the steady rise of Portugal, the analysis is superficial. You have not fully reported the data for all countries, and the lack of a clear overview or conclusion further limits the development of the task. To improve, ensure you provide a comprehensive summary of all key trends and comparisons, and always complete your writing within the time limit to ensure all parts of the prompt are addressed.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay lacks a logical structure. While there is an attempt at paragraphing, the abrupt ending makes it impossible to assess the overall progression of ideas. Cohesive devices are used sparingly and sometimes incorrectly, such as the confusing transition 'By 1980, the number of person were under 8 while it was same to the UK'. The referencing is often unclear, making it difficult for the reader to follow which country or data point is being discussed. To improve, use clearer linking words to connect your ideas and ensure each paragraph has a clear focus.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive. You rely on basic verbs like 'used', 'increased', and 'rose'. There are also errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'the person who used average carbon dioxide emissions' and 'the used of carbon dioxide'. These inaccuracies occasionally hinder clarity. To reach a higher band, try to incorporate more precise terminology related to data description, such as 'emissions per capita', 'fluctuated', or 'a downward trend'. Expanding your range of vocabulary will help you describe the graph more accurately and professionally.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that affect readability. Examples include 'the number of person were' (subject-verb agreement), 'there was slightly fell' (incorrect verb form), and 'it was same to the UK' (missing article and preposition error). The sentence structures are mostly simple, and the attempt at a complex sentence is marred by errors. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, specifically subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles. Proofreading for these common errors will significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.
See this exact question answered at other band scores — the same prompt compared across bands.
Browse more IELTS Writing model answers or get your own writing scored by the same AI examiner.