Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-09
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 5.5)
The diagram given is the whole process of, how instant noodles are manufactured.
At first flour from the storage silos are brought up to the rollers to mix water and oil with the flour to make the dough sheets, then that dough sheets are converted into dough strips with the help of machines;Moreover ,in this step the half method of making instant noodles in factories is completed, after that that strips are further transferred into noodles discs, in the next step that discs of the noodles are cooked and dried, which is further packed into the cups which also includes vegetables and spices and lastly that cups are labelled and sealed for keeping noodled safe till it reaches to the end costumer for final use.
Overall, there are total 8 steps by which instant noodles are manufactured in the factories starting from making flour to, ending to packing and sealing it is a big system which takes long time.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main stages of the manufacturing process, from raw materials to the final product. However, the description is somewhat superficial and lacks a clear, structured overview of the process flow. While the main features are identified, the response would benefit from a more analytical approach, such as grouping the stages (e.g., preparation, processing, and packaging) rather than listing them in a single, long, and somewhat repetitive sentence. The overview provided is very brief and does not effectively highlight the key stages or the transformation involved, which is essential for a high-scoring Task 1 response.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is essentially one long paragraph, which makes it difficult to follow the logical progression of the process. While some cohesive devices are used, such as 'At first', 'then', 'after that', and 'lastly', they are used in a mechanical and repetitive way. The sentence structure is overly complex and run-on, particularly in the second paragraph, where multiple steps are joined by commas and conjunctions, obscuring the logical flow. Proper paragraphing is required to separate the introduction/overview from the detailed description of the process stages to improve readability and coherence.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but remains quite basic and repetitive. Phrases like 'brought up to', 'making instant noodles', and 'big system' lack the precision and academic tone expected in an IELTS report. There are also some awkward collocations, such as 'half method' and 'noodled safe'. To improve, you should use more precise terminology related to industrial processes, such as 'conveyed', 'processed', 'automated', or 'finalised'. The range of vocabulary is limited, and the repetition of words like 'dough' and 'noodles' suggests a need for more varied synonyms or paraphrasing.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, particularly regarding punctuation and sentence structure. There are several run-on sentences where clauses are incorrectly joined by commas, such as 'The diagram given is the whole process of, how instant noodles are manufactured.' Additionally, there are issues with subject-verb agreement ('flour... are brought') and unnecessary commas. The range of structures is limited, relying heavily on simple or poorly constructed complex sentences. To reach a higher band, you must focus on using accurate punctuation, avoiding run-on sentences, and ensuring that subject-verb agreement is consistent throughout the text.
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