Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-09-18

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 5.0)

So in this picture there is a noodle factory manufacturing instant noodles . the step by step process is given. As first of all storage silos is given the the process moves towards the mixer , as water and oil is also added to the flour to the mixer. Then the dough sheets are made and cut down in to strips called dough strips. the dough strips is then converted into noodle discs and cooking oil is added to the noodle discs and then dried . now the vegetables spices are added and cups are made . then the last step is labeling and sealing . as this is the whole process of making the instant noodle. a very hard and long process from flour mixing to the labeling. the main feature in this is the mixing all the ingredients and making of the dough strips and noodle dics as this is the most machining process in it.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0

The response covers most of the key stages shown in the diagram, beginning with the flour storage and mixing, moving through the rolling and shaping into strips and discs, and concluding with cooking, seasoning, and packaging. However, the tone is inappropriately conversational and informal for an Academic Task 1 response (e.g., beginning with 'So in this picture'). Furthermore, the overview is weak, consisting merely of personal commentary ('a very hard and long process') rather than a clear summary of the main trends or overall stages of the manufacturing cycle. While the major steps are mentioned, the lack of an objective academic tone and a proper overview limits the score to Band 5.0.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0

The text suffers from poor paragraphing, being presented as a single dense block of text rather than organized into logical paragraphs. Cohesive devices are repetitive and overly basic, relying heavily on sequential connectors like 'as first of all', 'then', 'and then', and 'now'. There is a lack of sophisticated transitions or effective referencing to guide the reader smoothly through the complex multi-step manufacturing process. The overall progression feels mechanical and disjointed, which aligns closely with the characteristics of Band 5.0.

Lexical Resource — Band 5.0

The vocabulary used is quite basic and repetitive ('process', 'made', 'added', 'discs', 'strips'). There are several awkward or unnatural lexical choices, such as calling the diagram a 'picture' and referring to the mechanical forming steps as 'the most machining process in it'. Less common vocabulary is attempted with limited success. Spelling is generally acceptable, but word choice lacks the precision and range expected for academic writing, placing the response firmly in the Band 5.0 category.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0

The response features a very limited range of grammatical structures, relying mostly on simple and coordinate sentences joined by 'and' or 'as'. There are noticeable punctuation and capitalization errors, such as lowercase beginnings for sentences ('the step by step...', 'the dough strips...'). Subject-verb agreement slips are also present, for example, 'storage silos is given'. While the meaning can generally be understood, frequent structural limitations and inaccuracies prevent the response from achieving a higher band score.

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