Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-07-24

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The diagram below shows how instant noodles are manufactured.

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

Student answer (Band 6.5)

The given flow chart illustrates the process of how quick noodles are made from first step of storage silos to last step of selling.

Overall, it is crystal clear that the making of instant noodles has 8 steps and every step has its own process and importance.

To begging with, first step of making noodles is to took flour from huge storage silos with the help of trucks. Second step is to mix flour with water and oil. Third step is to make dough sheets of mixed material with the help of machine. Fourth stage is to make dough strips from dough sheets.

Furthermore, in next stage strips were converted into noodle discs. Sixth step is to dip discs into cooking oil and then with the help of conveyor belt the disc got dry. The second last step is to add chopped vegetables plus spices into the cups of noodles. The final stage of quick noodles is were the cup got their branding label and get sealed and then ready to sell in market.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5

The response covers all stages of the manufacturing process, from the storage of flour to the final packaging. However, the description is somewhat mechanical, simply listing the steps rather than synthesizing the information into a cohesive overview of the production cycle. While the main features are identified, the response lacks a clear comparison or grouping of stages (e.g., preparation, processing, and packaging), which would have provided a more analytical summary. The overview is also quite basic. To improve, focus on highlighting the transformation of the raw materials into the final product rather than just counting the steps.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response is organized into logical paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of events. Cohesive devices such as 'To begging with', 'Furthermore', and 'The final stage' are used to transition between steps. However, the use of these devices is somewhat repetitive and mechanical. The referencing is generally clear, but the flow between sentences could be improved by using more varied linking phrases. The paragraphing is appropriate for a short report, but the overall progression of ideas feels like a list rather than a fluid description of a process.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task but lacks variety and precision. Phrases like 'making of instant noodles' and 'quick noodles' are repeated, and the word choice is often simplistic. There are some inaccuracies in collocation, such as 'get dry' instead of 'are dried' and 'selling in market' instead of 'being sold on the market'. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'processed', 'automated', 'conveyed', or 'packaged'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally distract the reader. Examples include 'first step of making noodles is to took flour' (incorrect verb form), 'strips were converted' (tense inconsistency), and 'where the cup got their branding' (subject-verb agreement). While the meaning is generally clear, these persistent errors in verb tense and article usage limit the score. Focusing on consistent verb tenses—specifically the present simple for describing a process—would significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.

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