Band 4.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 4.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-15

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 4.0)

The given diagram is a process chart of noodle manufacturing.

firstly flour is transported to the truck then are transferred to the mixture then flour is converted into dough sheets it is transferred to dough sheets then the dough is transferred to the dough strips then the noodle discs are formed then the process of drying takes

place then the vegetables and spices are traferred to the cups then the process of labelling and sealing takes place this whole process involves total 8 steps.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0

The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, significantly impacting the score. Because the response is only 84 words, it is severely underdeveloped. While the student identifies the main stages of the process, the description is overly simplistic and lacks the necessary detail, comparisons, or an overview of the manufacturing process. The response reads more like a list of steps rather than a cohesive summary of the diagram. To improve, the student must expand on the description of each stage, provide a clear overview of the process, and ensure the response meets the minimum length requirement.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 4.0

The response lacks paragraphing and is written as a single, run-on block of text. The use of cohesive devices is extremely repetitive, relying almost exclusively on the word 'then' to link ideas. This creates a mechanical and monotonous flow. There is no clear logical progression or structure beyond a simple chronological list. To improve, the student should group related stages into paragraphs and use a wider variety of linking words and phrases (e.g., 'subsequently', 'following this', 'once the process is complete') to improve the flow and readability of the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 4.0

The vocabulary is very limited and repetitive. The student uses basic terms like 'transferred' and 'process' repeatedly throughout the text. There is little evidence of the specific vocabulary required to describe a manufacturing process (e.g., 'raw materials', 'machinery', 'packaging', 'automated'). Furthermore, there are spelling errors such as 'traferred' and 'mixture' (used where 'mixer' might be more appropriate). To reach a higher band, the student needs to incorporate a wider range of topic-specific vocabulary and demonstrate more precise word choice to describe the various stages of the noodle production.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 4.0

The grammatical range is very limited, consisting mostly of simple, repetitive sentence structures. There is a lack of complex sentences or varied clause structures. Punctuation is almost entirely absent, with no full stops or commas used to separate ideas, which makes the text difficult to follow. There are also errors in basic sentence construction, such as 'firstly flour is transported' (missing articles) and 'this whole process involves total 8 steps' (awkward phrasing). To improve, the student should focus on using a mix of simple and complex sentences and ensure correct punctuation and article usage.

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