Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-07-27
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. He/She has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter
- explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday
- describe some possible disadvantages
- say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
Student answer (Band 7.0)
Dear Rutva,
I hope you are doing well. I am excited to know that you are planning to go on a camping holiday for the first time in this summer. I believe that it should be your amazing experience for lifetime.
To begin with, I think you will enjoy it because it is a better way to explore the world, spend time in nature and it is help to relax your mind after your busy schedule. Moreover, you will get chance to do some adventure activities like, hiking, boating, etc. Furthermore, you will gain some knowledge regarding cooking and will chance to stay in tent and watching stars at night.
However, camping have its own disadvantages, too. As you will be staying outside and weather can be unpredictable. So it could be challenging for you in rainy weather. Even of that, you will not have comfort and modern lifestyle their like bathroom, electricity which can be bit of challenging for you. Make sure to carry essential equipment, enough food and water with you.
I would be happy to join with you this summer if my schedule allows me. . I have fascinated about outdoor activities and I think it would be great chance to spend some quality time together and create unforgettable memories.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Take care.
Yours faithfully,
Divya Mistry
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.5 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
The response addresses all three bullet points of the prompt effectively. You clearly explain the benefits of camping, identify relevant disadvantages such as unpredictable weather and lack of modern amenities, and confirm your interest in joining your friend. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend. To reach a higher band, ensure that your ideas are slightly more developed; for instance, you could provide a specific example of a 'challenging' weather situation or a more detailed reason why you are interested in joining. Overall, the task is fully covered.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5
The letter is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs for each bullet point, and a closing. You use cohesive devices such as 'To begin with', 'Moreover', 'Furthermore', and 'However' to guide the reader. While the flow is generally good, some transitions feel slightly mechanical. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the different requirements of the task. The referencing is clear, and the letter follows a standard structure for a semi-formal/informal correspondence.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using phrases like 'unpredictable weather', 'essential equipment', and 'unforgettable memories'. There are some minor errors in word choice and collocation, such as 'it is help to relax' (should be 'it helps to relax') and 'I have fascinated about' (should be 'I am fascinated by'). While the vocabulary is sufficient to convey your meaning clearly, incorporating more precise or idiomatic expressions would elevate the response to a higher band.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5
You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. However, there are several grammatical inaccuracies throughout the text, such as 'camping have its own' (subject-verb agreement), 'there' instead of 'therein' or 'in those places', and 'will chance to' (missing 'have a'). Despite these errors, the meaning remains clear and communication is not impeded. To improve, focus on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of auxiliary verbs in future tense constructions.
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