Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-09-11

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 DIFFERENT STAGES INVOVES IN THE PRODUCTION OF INSTANT NOODLES. OVERALL, THERE ARE SEVEN STEPS PROCESS. STARTING WITH STORAGE OF FLOUR AND ENDING WITH LABELLING AND SEALING. THE PRODUCTION INVOLVES MIXING, ROLLOING, CUTTING, COOKING AND DRYING.

FIRST, FLOUR IS STORED IN LARGE STORAGE SILOS. THEN ITS TRANSFERRED TO A MIXER, WHERE WATER AND OIL WERE ADDED. THE MIXTURE GO THROUGH AND COMBINED IN DOUGH. THEN, DOUGH IS PASSED THROUGH ROLLERS WHICH MAKE IT INTO SHEETS. THESE SHEETS ARE CUT INTO STRIPS.

IN FOURTH STAGE, DOUGH STRIPS ARE SHAPED INTO ROUND NOODLES DISCS. AFTER THIS, THE NOODLES ARE COOKED IN OIL AND THEN DRYING. THE PROCESS GETS COMPLETED, THE NOODLES ARE PLACED INTO DIFFERENT CUPS. FINALLY, VEGETABLES AND SPICES ARE ADDED TO THE CUPS. THEN READY TO LABLE AND MAKING THE INSTANT NOODLES READY FOR SELLING.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers the main stages of the process, but it fails to meet the minimum word count requirement of 150 words, which significantly impacts the score. While the overview is present, the description of the process is somewhat mechanical and lacks the necessary detail to fully develop the report. The under-length nature of the response means that some aspects of the process are described too briefly, preventing a comprehensive summary. To improve, ensure you expand on the descriptions of each stage, perhaps by noting the transition of the product's state or the specific equipment used, to ensure the response meets the length requirement and provides a more thorough overview.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The response is organized into a logical sequence, following the stages of the diagram from start to finish. However, the use of cohesive devices is quite basic and repetitive, relying heavily on simple transition words like 'then' and 'finally'. Paragraphing is present but could be more effectively used to separate the distinct phases of the manufacturing process. The flow between sentences is sometimes abrupt, making the text feel like a list of steps rather than a cohesive report. To improve, try using a wider variety of linking words and phrases to connect ideas more fluidly and improve the overall structure of the response.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.5

The vocabulary is adequate for the task but remains quite limited and repetitive. You use basic terms like 'make', 'get', and 'put', which lack the precision required for a technical process description. There are also some minor errors in word choice and form, such as 'involves' instead of 'involved' and 'lable' instead of 'label'. To achieve a higher band score, you should incorporate more precise, topic-specific vocabulary related to manufacturing processes, such as 'processed', 'transformed', 'automated', or 'conveyed', and ensure accurate spelling throughout your writing.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

The response contains a mix of simple and some attempted complex sentence structures. However, there are frequent grammatical errors that affect the accuracy of the text, such as 'its transferred' (it is), 'mixture go through' (goes), and 'then drying' (then dried). Subject-verb agreement and tense consistency are inconsistent throughout the report. While these errors do not completely impede communication, they are frequent enough to lower the score. To improve, focus on mastering basic sentence construction, ensuring correct verb tenses, and proofreading for common errors like missing articles or incorrect verb forms.

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