Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · 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 5.5)

The process diagram presents how to instant noodles are manufactured.

Overall, it can be seen that, the process consists of eight main stages, beginning with storage silos, and ending with labeling + sealing.

Initially, main stage is collecting storage silos with flour truck. Next, storage silos are transferring into the mixer machine. Following this, water and oil added in mixer and than silos rolling with converted into the dough sheets , after which, dough sheets are cutting and convert smoothly dough strips.

In the next stage, dough strips are converting to small size noodles discs types, after than, noodles discs are throwing in cooking oil and drying to made fresh noodles. Subsequently, noodles packed in small cups with vegetables and spices, after that , cups are labeling and sealing price symbol on the cups. finally, noodles are made and unique design labels. This process was very long period and more become fashioning.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The response covers the main stages of the manufacturing process, from the initial storage to the final labeling. However, the description is somewhat mechanical and lacks a clear, analytical overview of the process flow. While all stages are mentioned, the explanation of how the ingredients are transformed is occasionally unclear, such as the phrase 'silos rolling with converted into the dough sheets'. The summary is functional but lacks the precision required for a higher band, as it focuses on listing steps rather than synthesizing the information into a cohesive report of the manufacturing cycle.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response uses basic cohesive devices such as 'Initially', 'Next', 'Following this', and 'Subsequently' to sequence the stages. However, the paragraphing is insufficient, as the entire body of the report is compressed into a single paragraph, which hinders the logical flow. Furthermore, some transitions are used awkwardly, such as 'after than' and 'after that', which makes the progression feel repetitive and mechanical. The overall structure is present, but the lack of clear paragraph breaks and the reliance on simple, repetitive linking words limit the coherence of the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and often inaccurate. There is a reliance on basic terms like 'collecting', 'transferring', and 'made', which do not accurately describe industrial processes. Some word choices are confusing or incorrect, such as 'fashioning' at the end of the text, which does not fit the context. There are also issues with word forms, such as 'labeling and sealing price symbol', which is grammatically and lexically awkward. To improve, you should focus on using more precise technical vocabulary related to manufacturing, such as 'processed', 'extruded', or 'automated'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. There are consistent issues with article usage (e.g., 'the mixer machine'), verb forms (e.g., 'silos are transferring' instead of 'are transferred'), and sentence structure. Many sentences are run-on or lack proper punctuation, such as the comma splices and the misuse of 'than' instead of 'then'. While the meaning is generally understandable, the lack of control over basic sentence construction and the absence of complex structures prevent the response from reaching a higher band.

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