Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-09-07
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 diagram shows the instant manufacturing process of the noodles. The process includes the seven to eight steps.
The overall process includes the main steps such as mixing the flour with ingredients, making noodles from dough sheets, cooking and sealing. The main ingredients are the flour, water and oil.
Initially, the flour which is stored in the storage silots is transfers to the machine for mixing. Additional water and oil is add to it. Then the dough sheets are made by the material and dough strips are made.
The machinery has the ability to made the noodles discs and these discs are transfers to the cooking range. After cooking, noodles are used to dry and then these are transfers to the cups. The vegetables and spices flavor are being added there and goes forward for further processing. The noodles are used to labelled and sealed by the workers in the end for the market.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main stages of the noodle manufacturing process, from the storage of flour to the final packaging. However, the description is somewhat superficial. While the main steps are identified, the response lacks a clear overview of the process flow, and the connection between the stages could be more explicitly linked to the diagram. The report identifies the key ingredients and the sequence of events, but it fails to highlight significant comparisons or provide a more analytical summary of the transformation from raw materials to the final product. To improve, ensure that the overview clearly synthesizes the process rather than just listing steps, and focus on describing the mechanical transitions more precisely.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The response is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of events. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and repetitive. Phrases like 'The process includes' and 'The main ingredients are' are used in a way that feels a bit disjointed. While there is a logical progression from the start to the end of the manufacturing line, the transitions between sentences could be smoother. The referencing is generally clear, but the overall flow lacks the sophistication required for a higher band. Improving the variety of linking words and ensuring that each sentence flows naturally into the next would enhance the coherence of the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is adequate for the task but remains quite basic and repetitive. Words like 'made', 'transfers', and 'added' are used frequently. There is an attempt to use process-related vocabulary such as 'storage silots' (spelling error: silos) and 'dough sheets', but the range is limited. Some word choices are slightly unnatural, such as 'noodles are used to labelled'. To achieve a higher score, you should aim to incorporate more precise technical vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'conveyed', 'processed', 'extruded', or 'packaged', and ensure that word forms are used correctly in context.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede the flow. Examples include 'water and oil is add to it' (subject-verb agreement and tense error), 'noodles are used to dry' (incorrect passive voice construction), and 'noodles are used to labelled' (incorrect passive voice). There are also issues with article usage and pluralization. While the meaning is generally understandable, the frequency of these errors suggests a lack of control over more complex grammatical structures. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and the correct formation of passive voice would significantly improve the accuracy of your writing.
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