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
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The response effectively summarizes the main features of the graph. You have identified the key trends for both visitor categories and the total figures, making relevant comparisons. The overview is clear and highlights the general upward trend. However, to reach a higher band, ensure that all data points mentioned are precise. For instance, stating 'around 0.25' is acceptable, but ensure the relationship between the categories is always clear. You have successfully selected the main features and provided a logical summary of the data provided in the graph, meeting the requirements of the task well.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The response is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a summary. The progression of ideas is smooth, and you have used cohesive devices such as 'However', 'Initially', 'On the other hand', and 'In the subsequent years' to link information effectively. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the different categories of visitors. The flow of information is easy to follow, and the relationship between the sentences is clear throughout the text. There is no evidence of mechanical or repetitive use of cohesive devices, which supports a strong score in this criterion.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to describe the trends, such as 'upward trend', 'fluctuation', 'remained relatively constant', and 'rose substantially'. The vocabulary is appropriate for an academic report. While the range is adequate, it could be further enhanced by incorporating more sophisticated collocations or less common synonyms to describe the movements of the lines. There are no significant spelling or word-choice errors that impede communication. The language used is precise enough to convey the data accurately to the reader.
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 are a few minor slips, such as 'the number of visitors staying on island were' (should be 'was' to agree with 'number'), but these do not impede communication. You have used a variety of structures to describe the data, which shows a good level of control. Punctuation is generally correct, and the overall grammatical accuracy is high, allowing for clear and effective communication of the information.
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