Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-30
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The charts below show the proportions of British students at one university in England who were able to speak other languages in addition to English, in 2000 and 2010
Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 7.0)
The pie charts illustrate the percentages of British students at one university in England who could speak languages other than English in 2000 and 2010.
Overall, students speaking only English accounted for the largest proportion in both 2000 and 2010. While the percentages of students speaking another language and two other languages increased, the figures for French and Spanish declined. Meanwhile, the proportion of students speaking only German remained unchanged.
The proportion of students speaking only English rose from 30% in 2000 to 35% in 2010. The percentage of those speaking another language increased from 15% in 2000 to 20% in 2010, while the figure for students speaking two other languages also increased from 10% in 2000 to 15% in 2010.
The percentage of students speaking Spanish declined from 20% in 2000 to 10% in 2010. The figure for students speaking French fell from 15% in 2000 to 10% in 2010. Meanwhile, the proportion of students speaking German remained unchanged at 10% in both 2000 and 2010.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The response effectively addresses all requirements of the task. You have successfully identified the main features and provided a clear overview of the trends. The data is accurately reported, and you have made relevant comparisons between the two years. The structure is logical, starting with an introduction, followed by a clear overview, and then two body paragraphs that group the data effectively by category (increases vs. decreases/stability). To reach a higher band, ensure that you synthesize the data more fluidly rather than listing figures, though your current approach is clear and accurate.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
Your writing is well-organized and easy to follow. The use of paragraphing is appropriate, with each section serving a distinct purpose. You use cohesive devices such as 'While', 'Meanwhile', and 'in both 2000 and 2010' effectively to link ideas and contrast the data. The progression of information is logical, moving from the general overview to specific details. The referencing is clear throughout, and the flow between sentences is smooth. There is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive use of cohesive devices, which makes the text read naturally.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task. You use appropriate reporting verbs and nouns such as 'illustrate', 'accounted for', 'declined', and 'remained unchanged'. While the vocabulary is accurate and fits the context well, it is somewhat functional. To achieve a higher band, you could incorporate more sophisticated synonyms or collocations to describe trends, such as 'experienced a downward trend' or 'constituted the largest share'. However, the vocabulary used is precise and does not impede communication in any way.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
The response displays a good control of grammatical structures. You use a mix of simple and complex sentences effectively, such as the use of 'While' clauses to contrast data. The grammar is largely error-free, and your punctuation is accurate. The verb tenses are consistent and appropriate for describing past data. There are no significant errors that cause confusion. To reach a higher band, you could experiment with a wider variety of complex sentence structures, such as using passive voice or participle clauses to vary the sentence rhythm further.
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