IELTS Writing Task 1: one question, 3 band-scored answers

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

You have noticed that a streetlight near your home is not working. The local council looks after the streetlights in your area. Write a letter to the local council.

Write a letter to the local council. In your letter

• say exactly where the streetlight is and what is wrong with it
• describe how the problem affects people who use the street
• ask the council to get the light fixed

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

Model answers to this question (Bands 6.0–7.0)

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