Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-10

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The graph below shows the number of tourists visiting a particular Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017.

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

Student answer (Band 7.0)

The line graphs illustrate the number of tourists visiting a particular Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017. The numbers are in millions.

Overall there was an upward trend in all the figures. However, the curve for visitors staying on island showed a slight fluctuation.

Initially, the number of visitors staying on cruise ships stood at around 0.25. It rose to 0.5 in 2011 before dropping to around 0.25 after a year. It then went up gradually to 1 million in 2014 and reached around 2.0 in 2017. On the other hand, the number of visitors staying on island were nearly 0.75 in 2010. Although the numbers remained relatively constant for a year, it increased in the subsequent years reaching 1.5 in 2013. The curve remained constant for three years before dropping to around 1.25 in 2016 and increased slightly to 1.5 in 2017.

The total numbers increased significantly. In 2010, the visitors were nearly 1 million. The numbers rose substantially to around 2.0 in 2013 and continued to increase in the subsequent years reaching 3.5 in 2017.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

The response covers all key features of the graph, including the trends for cruise ship visitors, island stayers, and the total figures. You have successfully identified the main trends and made relevant comparisons between the categories. The overview is clear and highlights the general upward movement. To reach a higher band, ensure that all data points are described with precision; for example, when you mention 'around 0.25', ensure the scale is clearly referenced. The data is well-selected to support the summary, and the report is balanced, providing a comprehensive overview of the information presented in the graph.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The response is logically organized with a clear introduction, a body paragraph for the specific categories, and a final paragraph for the total figures. Cohesive devices such as 'However', 'Initially', 'On the other hand', and 'subsequent years' are used effectively to guide the reader through the data. Paragraphing is appropriate, and there is a clear progression of ideas throughout the text. The flow is smooth, and the relationship between the different parts of the graph is well-managed, making the information easy to follow.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe trends, such as 'upward trend', 'slight fluctuation', 'rose gradually', and 'remained relatively constant'. The vocabulary is appropriate for an academic task and allows for some precision. While the range is adequate, incorporating more sophisticated collocations or varied synonyms for 'increase' and 'decrease' would enhance the lexical quality. There are no significant spelling or word-choice errors that impede communication, and the terminology used is accurate for the context of the task.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

The response demonstrates a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free, and the grammar is generally accurate. There is a minor subject-verb agreement error in the phrase 'the number of visitors staying on island were', which should be 'was'. However, this does not impede communication. You have used a variety of structures to report the data, and punctuation is handled correctly. To improve, ensure consistent subject-verb agreement when dealing with collective nouns and numerical data.

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