Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-12

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 6.0)

The diagram presents the process which instant noodles are produced.

Overall, it can be seen that there are several stages on instant noodles production. From transporting flour out from a storage to labelling and sealing, where it is supplied to the market for sales.

The first stage of how instant noodles are manufactured is seen as a truck conveys flour from the storage silos to a mixer, where water and oil is added to make a dough. After that, the dough is placed in the dough sheets, where it is rolled with the help of rollers, and then it is further placed on dough strips to give them the shape.

The process continues by placing them on noodle discs, after that, it is cooked, oil is added and it is then allowed to dry. Moreover, vegetables and spices are added in cups. Finally, it is then labelled and sealed , and the product is supplied to the market.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response covers all stages of the manufacturing process, from the initial transport of flour to the final labelling. The overview is clear and identifies the main stages effectively. However, the response lacks a comparative element. While the prompt asks to make comparisons where relevant, the student simply lists the steps sequentially without highlighting key features or comparing the different phases of the process. To reach a higher band, you should focus on grouping stages logically and identifying the transformation points, such as the transition from raw ingredients to the final packaged product, rather than just describing each step in isolation.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The essay is logically organized into an introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs. The progression of ideas is generally clear, following the chronological order of the diagram. Cohesive devices such as 'The first stage', 'After that', 'Moreover', and 'Finally' are used to guide the reader through the process. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the referencing is occasionally repetitive. The paragraphing is appropriate, but the flow between the second and third paragraphs could be smoother to better connect the preparation of the dough with the final cooking and packaging stages.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, with terms like 'manufactured', 'conveys', 'storage silos', and 'dough sheets' used correctly. However, the range is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on basic verbs. There are also minor issues with word choice, such as 'transporting flour out from a storage' (which is slightly unnatural) and 'placed in the dough sheets' (the dough is placed on sheets or through rollers). To improve, try to incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to industrial processes, such as 'processed', 'transformed', or 'automated'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are several grammatical errors. For instance, 'the process which instant noodles are produced' should be 'the process by which...'. There is a subject-verb agreement error in 'water and oil is added' (should be 'are added'). Additionally, there are punctuation errors, such as the unnecessary space before the comma in 'labelled and sealed ,'. While these errors do not impede communication, they occur frequently enough to prevent a higher score. Focus on subject-verb agreement and preposition usage.

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