The chart and table below show the results of a survey of library users at a university.
Sample Response
The pie chart depicts the five categories of library users at a university. The tablediagram illustrates the satisfaction of library users from five perspectives and it is divided into three distinct degreesdegree. Remarkably, it can be seen from the chart that full-time undergraduatesundergraduate take up nearly half of the percentage, followedfollwed by full-time postgraduatespostgraduate, accounting for 25%. AcademicWhereas academic staff occupies the lowest percentage, only 7%, and the part of distance learning is relatively similar towith it, only 8%. Furthermore, part-time postgraduatespostgraduate accounts for 16%, Deletefollowed by full-time postgraduate. Turning to the satisfactionsatidfaction of library users, it's notable that the percentage of the very satisfied users in helpfulnesshelpfullness of staff was the highest at 95%roar nearly to the peak, with only 5% givinggive a mark on fairly satisfied. Nonetheless, the availability of journals and reliability of wifi are relatively similar, with about 45% very satisfied, nearly 35% fairly satisfied, and 20% not satisfied. Regarding library opening hours, the serviceThe part of library opening hours receives no not satisfied responses, withunsatisfied individuals, 65% of very satisfied and 35% of fairly satisfied.
Why this response received Band 5.5
The response successfully includes key statistical figures from both the pie chart and table. However, it lacks a clear, overarching summary statement, omits the data for book availability, and contains noticeable vocabulary and grammatical errors. To improve, include a dedicated overview paragraph highlighting key trends and refine word choice and sentence structures for accuracy.
IELTS Writing Criteria Scores
Task Achievement
Key details from the pie chart and most table categories are included, but there is no clear overview statement summarizing overall trends, and the availability of books is omitted.
Add a clear overview highlighting the main features of both visual aids and ensure all key categories are mentioned.
Coherence and Cohesion
Paragraphing separates the two visual sources logically, though some cohesive devices are used mechanically or awkwardly.
Use a wider range of natural transition words to link ideas and data points more smoothly.
Lexical Resource
The vocabulary covers basic reporting needs, but includes spelling errors and inappropriate phrasing such as describing percentages as roaring to a peak.
Focus on precise academic vocabulary for trends and double-check spelling of key terms.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy
A mix of sentence structures is attempted, but frequent subject-verb agreement and prepositional errors occur throughout.
Practice noun-verb agreement and participial phrases to build accurate complex sentences.
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IELTS Academic Writing Task 1
The chart and table below show the results of a survey of library users at a university.
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