Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · 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 6.0)

The diagram illustrates the manufacturing of instant noodles.

Overall, the manufacturing of instant noodles is a linear process consisting of eight stages. It begins with transporting flour from silos storage to the mixer, which mixes it with water and oil and then passes it through dough sheets and dough strips, and it ends with labelling and sealing the cups and being ready for the transport to the warehouses.

The process for making instant noodles starts with the flour transported through a van from storage silos to a mixer for mixing with oil and water, and then it is rolled and passed through dough sheets for precision. After that, it passes through noodle discs for making the noodles.

At the sixth stage, the noodles are mixed with cooking oil and then dried. Afterwards, noodles are put into the cups and mixed with vegetables and spices for the flavor. Finally, the noodle cups are labeled and sealed and ready for selling to the customers.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

The response provides a clear overview of the process and identifies the main stages. However, the description is somewhat repetitive; for instance, the process is described in the introduction and then again in the body paragraphs, which leads to redundancy. While the key stages are mentioned, the response lacks a more analytical approach to the 'comparisons' requested in the prompt. The description of the stages is accurate, but the flow of information could be more concise to avoid restating the same steps. To improve, focus on synthesizing the information rather than listing it twice.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The essay is organized into logical paragraphs, with an introduction, an overview, and body paragraphs. Cohesive devices such as 'Overall', 'It begins with', 'After that', and 'Finally' are used to guide the reader through the process. However, the transition between the introduction and the body paragraphs is weak because the information is largely repeated. The progression of ideas is clear, but the mechanical nature of the linking words and the repetitive content prevent a higher score. Improving the variety of cohesive devices and ensuring each paragraph adds new information would enhance the flow.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, with terms like 'manufacturing', 'linear process', 'precision', and 'silos' used correctly. However, the range is somewhat limited, and there is a reliance on basic verbs such as 'mixed', 'passed', and 'making'. There is also a slight awkwardness in phrasing, such as 'transporting flour from silos storage' and 'ready for the transport to the warehouses'. To reach a higher band, you should incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to industrial processes and improve collocations to sound more natural.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

The response uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are some grammatical issues, such as 'ready for the transport to the warehouses', which would be better phrased as 'ready for transport to warehouses'. The sentence 'it ends with labelling and sealing the cups and being ready for the transport' is slightly clunky. While the meaning is always clear and errors do not impede communication, the range of complex structures is limited. Increasing the use of passive voice, which is appropriate for describing manufacturing processes, would improve both accuracy and academic tone.

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