Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 18 · 2026-07-27

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now.

Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Central Library 20 years ago

Student answer (Band 6.0)

The diagram below shows the floor plan of a public library 20 years ago and how it looks now..

First we discuss the public library twenty years ago. The interior look of library was simple at that time . One of the upper corner was filled with CDs, videos, computers and games and other corner was filled with children's books.

There was a Adult fiction books area right behind the games area. The opposite corner of the games area was known as reading room where you can get newspapers and magazines and the last corner was filled with enquiry desk. There was also a table and chair area in the middle of library.

In today library there is sofa and children's fiction area in old games area. There is a lecturer room in place of children's books area. Tables and chairs are removed. There is also a cafe in the place of enquiry disk. There is a computer room in place of reading room.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response addresses the task by describing the changes in the library floor plan. However, it lacks a clear overview, which is a requirement for Band 6 or higher. The description is largely a list of features rather than a comparative analysis. While the main features are identified, the lack of an introductory summary or a concluding synthesis means the response does not fully highlight the key trends or significant changes. To improve, you should include an opening sentence that summarises the most noticeable changes, such as the shift from a study-focused layout to one incorporating more social and modern facilities like a cafe.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response is organised into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is quite limited and mechanical. Phrases like 'First we discuss' and 'In today library' are somewhat repetitive and basic. The progression of ideas is clear, but the lack of linking words between sentences makes the writing feel disjointed. To improve, try using a wider range of cohesive devices such as 'whereas', 'in contrast', 'subsequently', or 'furthermore' to connect your observations more fluidly and demonstrate a more sophisticated logical flow.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task but remains quite simple and repetitive. You frequently use the phrase 'in place of' and 'filled with'. There are also minor errors, such as 'enquiry disk' (should be 'desk') and 'In today library' (should be 'In today's library'). To reach a higher band, you should aim to use more precise vocabulary related to spatial descriptions, such as 'replaced by', 'converted into', 'relocated', or 'transformed'. Expanding your range of synonyms will help you avoid repeating the same structures and demonstrate better control over your word choices.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

The response uses a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors. For example, 'The interior look of library was simple' is missing an article ('the'), and 'where you can get' is a slightly informal way to describe a library area. There are also issues with subject-verb agreement and punctuation. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they occur frequently enough to affect the overall clarity. Focusing on consistent use of articles and correct verb tenses will significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.

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