Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-11
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The chart below shows the results of a survey about people’s coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five Australian cities.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.0)
Coffee and tea purchasing and drinking habits in five urban areas of Australia
Went to a cafe for coffee and instant coffee are almost the same but fresh coffee decreased in few cities.In brisbane the fresh coffee is at lowest while in sydney it is at highest.
Firstly i talk about went to a cafe for coffee.it is almost same in sydney,melbourne and hobart in last four years.but it is declined in other urban areas.now about fresh coffee,it is also approximately same in sydney,melbourne and hobart while decreased in other cities.in brisbane it is about 34 percent and in Adelaide it is also 34 percent.Now about the buying the instant coffee in last four years,it is highest in hobart which is 54 percent.In sydney purchasing of instant coffee is 46 percent as same as in Melbourne and Adelaide.in brisbane it is 53 percent.This graph show the purchasing and drinking of different types of coffee in different urban areas in the last four years.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response addresses the task by identifying some main features, such as the popularity of coffee in Sydney and Melbourne. However, the analysis is limited and lacks a clear overview of the data trends. The report is somewhat disjointed, and the comparisons are not always accurate or clearly explained. For instance, the statement that fresh coffee is 'at lowest' in Brisbane and 'at highest' in Sydney is a good start, but the report fails to synthesize the information effectively to provide a comprehensive summary. To improve, ensure you group data logically and provide a clear, concise overview of the most significant trends rather than listing individual figures.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay lacks a clear structure. It is written as a single block of text, which makes it difficult to follow. There is a lack of paragraphing to separate the introduction, overview, and body paragraphs. While some cohesive devices are used (e.g., 'Firstly', 'now about'), they are used in a repetitive and mechanical way. The progression of ideas is not logical, and the referencing is often unclear, making it hard for the reader to follow the comparison between the five cities. Using clear paragraph breaks and a wider variety of linking words would significantly improve the flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive. Phrases like 'it is almost same' and 'it is also approximately same' are used repeatedly, which hinders the quality of the writing. There is little attempt to use a range of vocabulary to describe trends (e.g., 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', 'witnessed a decline'). Some terms are used incorrectly or in a way that sounds unnatural, such as 'went to a cafe for coffee' as a category label. To reach a higher band, you should focus on using more precise terminology to describe data trends and avoid repeating the same sentence structures.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, including issues with capitalization (e.g., 'brisbane', 'sydney'), punctuation, and sentence structure. Many sentences are fragmented or run-on, such as 'In brisbane the fresh coffee is at lowest while in sydney it is at highest.' There is a lack of complex sentence structures, and the control over basic grammar is inconsistent. Subject-verb agreement and article usage are also problematic throughout the text. Improving basic sentence construction and ensuring correct punctuation and capitalization will help to make the writing more professional and easier to read.
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