Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-21
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)
The chart below displays the outcomes of a survey about individuals coffee and tea buying and drinking habits in five Australian cities.
Overall, it is clear that people likes to drink tea and coffee. The chart illustrates that, the citizens of Australia tastes Hobart cities coffee and tea. Because, it shows the highest percentage of city residents. That is around 64%. Moreover, people enjoys instant coffee from Hobart as well. On the other hand, the public don't favor fresh coffee from any other cities like Sydney, Melbourne etc.
Firstly, the percentage rate of coffee bought in last weeks from Melbourne and Hobart is highest. It's percentage is approximately 63% to 64%. Furthermore, Sydney shows fresh and instant coffee percentage which remains unchanged at 44% to 45%.
Secondly, the chart also reveals buying rate of tea which belongs to Hobart city. Whereas, Brisbane and Adelaide displays the constant rate of fresh coffee in last 4 weeks and the ratio of city residents is between 34% and 35%. Another point to consider, instant coffee from Brisbane is 54%. While, Adelaide is 50%. Consequently, the cafe is bringing more customers of tea and coffee as the chart shows.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response attempts to address the prompt but fails to provide a clear, accurate overview of the data. The main features are not effectively highlighted, and the reporting of figures is often confusing or inaccurate (e.g., stating Hobart has the highest percentage of city residents, which is not supported by the chart). The response lacks a logical selection of data, focusing on isolated figures rather than meaningful comparisons between the five cities. To improve, ensure you identify the highest and lowest values across all categories and group them logically rather than listing them city by city in a disjointed manner.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, but the flow of ideas is frequently disrupted by awkward phrasing and unclear referencing. While some cohesive devices like 'Moreover', 'Firstly', and 'Consequently' are used, they are often applied mechanically or inappropriately, failing to create a smooth logical progression. The connection between sentences is weak, making it difficult for the reader to follow the comparison of the different cities and habits. Improving the use of referencing (e.g., 'the former', 'the latter') and ensuring that each paragraph has a clear thematic focus would significantly enhance the coherence of the response.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and repetitive, often relying on basic descriptors. There are several instances of imprecise word choice, such as 'tastes Hobart cities coffee' and 'the cafe is bringing more customers', which do not accurately describe the data presented in the chart. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to convey the information with precision. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more varied and precise terminology related to data analysis, such as 'proportion', 'fluctuated', 'remained stable', and 'accounted for', while ensuring collocations are used correctly.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, including subject-verb agreement issues (e.g., 'people likes', 'people enjoys', 'Brisbane and Adelaide displays') and incorrect article usage. Sentence structures are generally simple, and attempts at more complex sentences often result in errors that impede clarity. Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with the use of commas. To improve, focus on mastering basic subject-verb agreement and sentence construction before attempting more complex structures. Proofreading for common errors like pluralization and verb tense consistency will also help improve the overall accuracy of your writing.
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