Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-17
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
The chart below shows what Anthropology graduates from one university did after finishing their undergraduate degree course. The table shows the salaries of the anthropologists in work after five years.
Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparison where relevant.
Student answer (Band 5.5)
The bar chart illiustrats the information about what Anthropology graduates salaries after they finish there undergraduate degree course from one universtiy. it also shows the amount of salaries after working five years.
Overall, large number of graduates got full time job. other got part time job, while the rest of graduates some got part work and postgrad study while other got full time post grad study and the least number of graduates are not known and unemployed.
The chart shows almost 52% graduates got full time job. and the second most is 15% students got part time work. full time postgrad study students are 8%. 5% got part time postgrad study. while the unemployed and not known are 12% and 8%.
it also shows the salaries of anthropology graduates after working five year. 40% freelance consultants got $75000 to $99999 salaries. goverment sector employee got 30% to 40% which is approximatly $75000 to $[redacted phone] plus. The private companies has the least amount of salaries 25% to 30% which is $50000 to $75000.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response covers the main features of both the chart and the table, providing a clear overview. However, the analysis is somewhat mechanical, simply listing percentages rather than synthesizing the data effectively. For example, the description of the salary data is confusing; stating '30% to 40% which is approximately $75000 to $100000 plus' misinterprets the visual data, as the chart shows salary ranges, not percentages of employees earning those amounts. To improve, focus on comparing the categories more analytically and ensure the data points are accurately transcribed from the visual prompt.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The essay is organized into paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the structure. However, the use of cohesive devices is limited and sometimes repetitive. Transitions between sentences are often abrupt, and the lack of varied linking words makes the flow feel somewhat disjointed. For instance, the transition between the employment status and the salary section is weak. Improving the use of referencing (e.g., 'the former', 'the latter') and logical connectors would significantly enhance the flow and clarity of the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, but it lacks the precision and variety required for a higher band. There are several spelling errors, such as 'illiustrats', 'universtiy', and 'goverment'. Additionally, the phrasing is often simplistic, relying on basic descriptors. To reach a higher band, you should aim to use more precise academic vocabulary to describe trends and data, such as 'proportion', 'fluctuated', or 'remuneration', and ensure that spelling is accurate throughout the text.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures, but there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede clarity. Issues include missing articles (e.g., 'got full time job'), incorrect verb forms ('graduates salaries'), and punctuation errors, such as starting sentences with lowercase letters. Subject-verb agreement is also inconsistent. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of basic grammatical slips prevents the writing from reaching a higher band. Focusing on sentence construction and proofreading for basic errors will be beneficial.
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