Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-24

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)

The given diagram provide us information about in which way the instant noodle are being manufactured in the factories. It aware us about the steps used in process of manufacturing the noodles.

Overall,it is crystal clear that there are eight steps visible in diagram which are beginning from storage silos and lasts till final eighth step which is labelling and sealing which is important to protect the noodles and provide some basic information.

At a fleeting glance,instant noodles are becoming quite popular among youngsters all around the world.So,today we are going to explore its manufacturing methods.In first method flour is brought to storage silos where it is kept in good environment.Than,in second step actual process begins flour is placed into the mixer where mixture of water and oil is poured into it.Than in next two steps it is rolled into dough sheets and dough strips.

Than its noodle discs are prepared which enrolled into cooking and drying which results noodles are set in cups with some vegetable and spices to have better taste which is dispatched to customers with proper labelling and sealing.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response addresses the task by describing the manufacturing process, but it fails to maintain an academic tone. The inclusion of personal commentary, such as 'instant noodles are becoming quite popular among youngsters', is inappropriate for an Academic Task 1 report, which should remain objective. While the main steps are identified, the description lacks the precision required for a high band. The overview is present but somewhat informal. To improve, focus on describing the process steps objectively without adding external opinions or conversational filler.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5

The response is organised into paragraphs, but the flow is hindered by repetitive and mechanical use of cohesive devices. The frequent use of 'Than' (a misspelling of 'Then') at the start of sentences creates a disjointed reading experience. While there is a logical progression from the storage silos to the final packaging, the referencing is sometimes unclear, and the transition between ideas feels forced. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring correct spelling would significantly enhance the coherence of the report.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary is limited and contains several errors that affect the professional tone. Phrases like 'provide us information' and 'aware us' are non-standard in this context. There is also a reliance on basic verbs such as 'brought', 'kept', and 'placed'. The spelling error 'Than' instead of 'Then' occurs multiple times, which is a noticeable issue. To reach a higher band, you should use more precise technical vocabulary related to industrial processes, such as 'conveyed', 'processed', 'integrated', or 'distributed'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response relies heavily on simple sentence structures. There are frequent grammatical errors, including subject-verb agreement issues ('The given diagram provide') and incorrect word forms ('which enrolled into cooking'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with missing spaces after commas and periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, the frequency of errors is high, and the range of complex structures is very limited. Focusing on sentence variety and proofreading for basic grammatical accuracy will help improve this score.

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