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 represents the exact manufactured of noodles. First the flour take form storage and then its mix well with water or oil after making a dough then rollers ready this into sheets after this the dough strips lying on a machine and make ready into dough strips after making a strips noodle discs are ready to cooking with oil and drying then fill into the cups and spread vegetables and spices according to people demand. Overall the process is ready to send to the labels.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, reaching only 87 words. This significant under-length results in an underdeveloped response that lacks the necessary detail and analysis required for an Academic Task 1 report. While the student attempts to describe the stages of the noodle manufacturing process, the summary is too brief to cover all parts of the task effectively. There is no clear overview of the process, and the description lacks the comparative language and depth expected at this level. To improve, the student must expand on each stage of the diagram and provide a clear, concise summary of the main trends or stages.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response lacks paragraphing, which is essential for organizing information in a report. While there is a basic attempt at chronological sequencing using words like 'First' and 'after this', the flow is disjointed due to the lack of proper sentence structure and punctuation. The ideas are presented in a single, run-on block, making it difficult for the reader to follow the progression of the manufacturing process. To improve, the student should group related stages into distinct paragraphs and use a wider variety of cohesive devices to link sentences more fluidly.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is quite limited and repetitive, relying on basic terms such as 'make', 'ready', and 'things'. There are several instances of incorrect word forms, such as 'manufactured' instead of 'manufacturing' and 'take form' instead of 'is taken from'. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to describe a technical process with precision. To achieve a higher band score, the student needs to use more specific terminology related to industrial processes, such as 'processed', 'transformed', 'conveyed', or 'packaged', and ensure correct word forms are used throughout the text.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that impede clarity. There are issues with subject-verb agreement (e.g., 'flour take form'), missing articles, and incorrect verb tenses. The sentence structures are predominantly simple and often run-on, lacking the complexity required for higher bands. Punctuation is largely absent, which further complicates the reading process. To improve, the student should focus on basic sentence construction, ensuring that each sentence has a clear subject and verb, and practice using complex structures such as passive voice, which is particularly useful for describing manufacturing processes.
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