Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-11

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 illustrates the process of manufacturing instant noodles. Overall, the production is divided into the eight main stages, beginning with flour is mixed in the storage silos, ending with labeling and sealing,

The first step of manufacturing begins when the machine delivers and fills the storage silos with the flour after that the flour is mixed with water and oil by the large mixer in the mixing station.next, the resulted dough is turned into sheets, before dividing to strips.

The dough strips then is formed into noodle discs. After cooking in oil and drying, the machine delivers the noodle disks onto packaging station, where noodle is packed into cups with the added dried vegetables and spices. The last step is that cups with the noodle disks goes through labeling and sealing, before t

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While you have identified the main stages of the noodle manufacturing process, the description is incomplete as the text cuts off abruptly at the end. To improve, you must ensure all steps are fully described and the response reaches the required length. The overview is present, but it lacks the necessary detail to fully satisfy the task requirements. You should aim to expand on the processes described, such as explaining the transformation of the dough more thoroughly to ensure a complete summary.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response is organized into two paragraphs, but the structure is hindered by the incomplete nature of the final sentence. While some cohesive devices are used, such as 'The first step', 'next', and 'After', the flow is somewhat mechanical. The transition between sentences is occasionally awkward, and the lack of a proper conclusion due to the text cutting off affects the overall coherence. To improve, ensure that each paragraph has a clear topic sentence and that you use a wider variety of linking words to connect ideas more fluidly throughout the report.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary used is generally adequate for the task, with terms like 'manufacturing', 'storage silos', and 'packaging station' being appropriate for a process description. However, there is some repetition and limited variety in word choice. For instance, 'machine' is used repeatedly. To achieve a higher band, try to incorporate more precise verbs and nouns related to industrial processes, such as 'conveyed', 'processed', or 'automated'. Additionally, ensure that word forms are used correctly, as seen in minor errors like 'resulted dough' instead of 'resulting dough'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

There are several grammatical errors that affect the clarity of the writing. Examples include 'flour is mixed' (should be 'flour is mixed' or 'flour is being mixed'), 'before dividing to strips' (should be 'before being divided into strips'), and 'dough strips then is formed' (should be 'are formed'). The sentence structure is relatively simple, and there is a lack of complex sentence variety. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of passive voice, which is essential for describing manufacturing processes.

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