Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-19
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 5.0)
The bar chart illustrates the proportion of destination of Anthropology graduates from specific university after completing their six undergraduate degree course. The table gives the information of the pay of Anthropologists after 5 years of the work. Salaries are measured in dollars.
Overall, full time work achieve above of the half 52% destinations on the comparison other while part time work and postgraduate study destinate only 5% . Full time postgraduate and
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 4.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 4.0
The response is significantly under the 150-word minimum requirement, which severely impacts the task achievement score. Because the essay is incomplete and cuts off mid-sentence, it fails to provide a full summary of the data or a comprehensive comparison of the main features. The introduction attempts to describe the charts, but the lack of development means the task is only partially addressed. To improve, you must ensure you complete the analysis of all data points provided in the prompt and meet the minimum word count to allow for a full, logical development of your ideas.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The response is too brief to demonstrate effective paragraphing or a logical progression of ideas. While there is an attempt at an 'Overall' summary, the text ends abruptly, preventing the establishment of a coherent structure. Cohesive devices are minimal, and the abrupt ending makes the flow of information disjointed. To improve, focus on structuring your response into a clear introduction, an overview paragraph, and two body paragraphs that group data logically, using linking words to connect your observations.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary used is basic and contains some inaccuracies, such as 'destinate' (which is not a standard verb in this context) and 'the comparison other'. There is a limited range of vocabulary, and the phrasing is somewhat repetitive. To reach a higher band, you should aim to use more precise academic vocabulary to describe trends and data, such as 'account for', 'represent', or 'fluctuate', and ensure your word choices are grammatically accurate.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains several grammatical errors, such as 'proportion of destination of Anthropology graduates' and 'achieve above of the half'. Sentence structures are simple, and the incomplete nature of the text makes it difficult to assess your ability to use complex structures. There are issues with preposition usage and word order. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles and prepositions. Practice writing complete, error-free sentences before attempting more complex grammatical structures.
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