Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · 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 5.0)

This diagram illustrates, how to makes the noodles? and a describe the procedure of manufacturing.

Initially we can store the flour in the storage tank and then goes for second process start in mixture with enrolment of water and oil. In the third stage we make the dough sheets with the help of roller and then it's began for forth step making the dough strips where we can shape the noodles and its very important part of manufacturing. In sixth step we are cooking with help oil and then dry to remove extra oil. In the seven steps, we can add some spices and flavors of vegetable for improve the taste and add some special respites. Finaly the stage is packing of noodles in cup and then label with procedure of how to be cooking and name of company.

In conclusion the instant noodles are not good for health because adding of artificial flavors during manufacturing and in other hand its ready in very little time.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response attempts to describe the process, but it fails to meet the requirements of an Academic Task 1 report. The student includes personal opinions in the conclusion ('the instant noodles are not good for health'), which is inappropriate for a factual report on a manufacturing process. Furthermore, the description of the stages is somewhat disjointed and lacks a clear overview of the process as a whole. While the main steps are mentioned, the lack of objective reporting and the inclusion of irrelevant commentary significantly detract from the task achievement.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The response is organized into paragraphs, but the progression of ideas is mechanical and often confusing. The use of cohesive devices is limited and sometimes inaccurate, such as 'in other hand' and 'Finaly the stage is'. The transition between steps is repetitive, relying heavily on 'In the third stage', 'In sixth step', and 'In the seven steps'. The lack of sophisticated linking words makes the text feel like a list of instructions rather than a cohesive summary of a process. Paragraphing is present but the final paragraph contains irrelevant information.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is basic and often repetitive. There are several errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'enrolment of water', 'respites' (likely meant 'recipes'), and 'label with procedure'. The student struggles to use precise terminology related to manufacturing processes. While the meaning is generally conveyed, the limited range of vocabulary and the frequent errors in word formation prevent the response from reaching a higher band. More precise verbs and nouns related to industrial production are needed to improve the quality of the report.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are issues with sentence structure, such as 'This diagram illustrates, how to makes the noodles? and a describe the procedure', which contains unnecessary punctuation and incorrect verb forms. Subject-verb agreement is inconsistent, for example, 'it's began for forth step'. The use of articles and prepositions is also frequently incorrect. While some simple sentences are clear, the attempt at more complex structures often results in errors that distract the reader. A focus on basic sentence construction and proofreading for verb tenses is essential.

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