Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-30

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 6.5)

The given scheme explains the process of instant noodles production. Moreover it reveals how this product appears on super market shelves. In general, there are eight stages of manufacturing before the final product is being delivered to the store.

The first operation consists of putting flour into storage silos. Then the flour is mixed with some other ingredients into dough in a special machine. The substance is further stretched into sheets which a cut into thin strips during the fourth stage. The following operation involves the strips too.

At this moment the noodles are formed into discs. After that the round-shaped figures are cooked in oil and dried. The seventh stage consists of placing the product into cups and adding some vegetables and spices to it. The final part of production process is mainly about the packaging. At this moment freshly printed lables are added to the cups which are sealed after that. As soon as the product (instant noodles) is ready to leave the factory, it is shipped to a shopping facility.

Overall, it takes a considerably long time for a product to get to a super market.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response covers all stages of the manufacturing process, from the storage of flour to the final shipping. The main features are identified, and the sequence is logical. However, the response lacks a clear overview of the process as a whole, which is a requirement for a high band score. While the introduction mentions there are eight stages, it does not highlight the key characteristics of the process (e.g., that it is a linear, multi-stage mechanical process). The summary at the end is somewhat redundant and does not add analytical value. To improve, ensure the overview synthesizes the information rather than just counting the steps.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The response is logically organized, with a clear progression from the beginning to the end of the manufacturing process. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the introduction from the body of the process. Cohesive devices such as 'The first operation', 'Then', 'After that', and 'As soon as' are used effectively to guide the reader through the stages. However, the transition between the introduction and the first body paragraph is slightly mechanical. The use of referencing is generally clear, though the flow could be improved by using a wider variety of linking words to connect the individual steps more fluidly.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, allowing for a clear description of the process. Terms like 'storage silos', 'dough', 'strips', and 'packaging' are used correctly. There are some minor inaccuracies, such as 'round-shaped figures' to describe the noodles, which is slightly unnatural in this context. The word 'lables' contains a spelling error. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise, process-oriented vocabulary (e.g., 'conveyed', 'processed', 'automated', 'subsequently') to demonstrate a more sophisticated range of lexical items.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are clear and easy to follow. There are some minor grammatical slips, such as 'which a cut' (should be 'which are cut') and 'final part of production process' (missing an article: 'the production process'). Punctuation is generally accurate, though the sentence 'Moreover it reveals...' requires a comma after the introductory adverb. The control of grammar is generally good, and the errors present do not impede communication, but a greater variety of complex structures would be beneficial for a higher score.

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