Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-09-02
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 given chart illustrates what destination of Anthropology graduates from one university did after five years ending their undergraduate degree course.
The destination of Anthropology graduates from one university most highest in Full- time work is 52% and the most lowest is part-time work+post-grad study.
The salaries of Anthropology graduates after five years of highest employment is 50%
and the lowest salary of employment is 30%.
Destination of Anthropology graduates from one university is in Full-Time wok which is highest and is 52%, after that there is a much difference in percentage that is Part-time
work and is 15%. The Destination of unemployed graduates is 12%, after that Not known and Full-time post-grad study both are 8%. The rest of the destination of Anthropology graduates include Part-time work+post-grad study.
The salaries of Anthropology graduates employment after five years work, freelance consultants salary is starting $25,000-49,999 which is 5%, after that it increases to $50,000-74,999 which is 15% and then it increases to $75,000-99,999 which is 40%, at the end the salary increases to $100,000+ which is also 40%.
The most highest salary of employment is government sector which starting salary is 5% then it increases to 15% after that it further increases to 30%, at the end it increases to 50% of salary. The most lowest salary at first is 10% which then increases to 35% which then decreases to 25%, after that it increases to 30% of salary.
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.0
The response attempts to cover the data, but it fails to provide a clear overview or effectively compare the information. The description of the chart is repetitive and lacks analytical depth. For instance, listing percentages for each category without grouping or synthesizing the data makes it difficult for the reader to grasp the main trends. The explanation of the salary table is confusing, as the student struggles to accurately interpret the relationship between the sectors and the salary brackets. The response lacks a clear summary of the most significant features, which is essential for a Band 6 or higher.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.0
The essay is divided into paragraphs, but the internal structure is weak. There is a lack of logical progression between sentences, and the use of cohesive devices is mechanical and repetitive (e.g., 'after that', 'which then'). The referencing is often unclear, making it difficult to follow the connection between the data points and the analysis. The flow of information is disjointed, and the lack of effective linking words hinders the overall readability of the report.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is limited and often inaccurate. There is significant repetition of basic terms like 'highest', 'lowest', 'salary', and 'increases'. The student uses awkward phrasing such as 'most highest' and 'most lowest', which are grammatically incorrect and demonstrate a lack of control over comparative structures. The range of vocabulary is insufficient to convey the data with precision, and the misuse of terms like 'destination' to describe employment status indicates a need for more varied and context-appropriate language.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication. There are issues with subject-verb agreement, such as 'The destination... is 52% and the most lowest is...', and awkward sentence constructions like 'The given chart illustrates what destination of Anthropology graduates... did'. Punctuation is inconsistent, and the use of complex structures is limited and often faulty. The frequent misuse of articles and prepositions further detracts from the clarity of the writing.
See this exact question answered at other band scores — the same prompt compared across bands.
Browse more IELTS Writing model answers or get your own writing scored by the same AI examiner.