Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-09-03
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 5.5)
The provided diagram illustrates the manufacturing process of instant noodles.The manufacturing process has several stages, beginning with the storing flour and concluding with labelling and packaging .
Overall ,the process initiates with taking flour and storing it in a tank called storage silos ,which is then added in rectangular box called mixer where water and oil is also added After that ,the water and oil is added in rollers and mix them well which is then passed on dough sheets and dough strips.It then reached long attached noodle disc .
Cooking oil is added in the center of long disc and dried .Additionally vegetables and spices are added in cups which is attached to long path like disc.Finally labelling and sealing is done and noodles .After that noddle is packed and delivered to consumer .
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While the report covers the main stages of the noodle manufacturing process, the description is somewhat superficial. Key details, such as the specific sequence of the drying and seasoning stages, are described in a fragmented manner. The overview is present but lacks the necessary depth to fully highlight the main features or trends. To improve, ensure all stages are described with sufficient detail and meet the length requirement to allow for a more comprehensive summary of the process.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organised into paragraphs, but the logical flow is hindered by awkward transitions and repetitive sentence structures. While some cohesive devices are used, such as 'Additionally' and 'Finally', they are often applied mechanically. The referencing is occasionally unclear, particularly when describing the 'long path like disc', which makes the progression of the process difficult to follow. Improving the use of linking words and ensuring that each sentence builds logically upon the previous one would greatly enhance the clarity of the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task but remains quite basic and repetitive. Phrases like 'added in' and 'long path like disc' are imprecise and lack the technical register expected in an Academic Task 1 response. There is a lack of variety in the verbs used to describe the manufacturing stages. To achieve a higher band, you should incorporate more precise, process-oriented vocabulary such as 'conveyed', 'processed', 'incorporated', or 'automated' to describe the various stages of production more effectively.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors. Issues include incorrect article usage ('the water and oil is added'), subject-verb agreement errors ('noddle is packed'), and awkward phrasing ('which is then passed on dough sheets'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, with missing spaces after commas and periods. While the meaning is generally understandable, these errors occur frequently enough to cause some distraction for the reader. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and consistent punctuation will help improve the overall accuracy.
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