Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-07-30

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 7.5)

Dear Jhon,

I hope you are doing fantastic. I was delighted to hear that yor are planning to go on camping holiday for the first time this summer. I think it will be wonderful experience, and I would be happy to share a few suggestions.

First of all, I belive you would really enjoy camping because you love nature and outdoor activities. It gives you not only a chance to escape from your busy routine but also breath fresh air, and spend qulity time away from technology. You can also lovely activities such as hiking, fishing, cooking over a camfire, and watching the starts at night, which can be both exciting and relaxing.

However, there are a few drawbacks that you should keep in mind. Camping can be uncomfortable if the weather changes suddenly, especially if it rains or becomes vey cold. In addition, insects and mosquitoes can be annoying, and you will need to carry essential such as a tent, sleeping bas, and cooking supplies, which can be quite heavy.

I would love to go camoung with you because it would ne a great opportunity for us to spend time together and create unforgettable memories. Since i have been camping before, I can also help you set up the tent, prepare ,eals, and make sure yoyr first camping trip is enjoyable and stress-free.

Let meknow what you you decide. I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.

Best wishes,

Hani

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0

The response successfully addresses all three bullet points in the prompt. You clearly explain why your friend would enjoy camping, identify relevant disadvantages such as weather and insects, and confirm your willingness to join the trip. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend, maintaining a friendly and encouraging style throughout. The ideas are well-developed and relevant to the task requirements. To reach a higher band, ensure that all parts of the prompt are explored with equal depth, though your current coverage is sufficient for a strong score.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The letter is logically organized with clear paragraphing. Each paragraph focuses on a specific aspect of the task, which helps the reader follow your ideas easily. You use some cohesive devices such as 'First of all', 'However', and 'In addition' to link your thoughts. While the flow is generally smooth, some transitions could be more varied to avoid a slightly mechanical feel. Overall, the progression of ideas is clear, and the letter maintains a consistent focus from beginning to end.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.5

You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey your message clearly, such as 'unforgettable memories' and 'stress-free'. However, there are several spelling errors throughout the text, including 'yor', 'belive', 'qulity', 'camoung', and 'yoyr'. These errors are noticeable but do not impede communication. To improve, focus on proofreading for common spelling slips. Using more precise collocations, such as 'pitch a tent' instead of 'set up the tent', would further enhance your lexical score.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures effectively, such as 'I think it will be wonderful experience, and I would be happy to share a few suggestions.' There are some grammatical slips, such as 'breath fresh air' (should be 'breathe') and 'you can also lovely activities' (missing verb 'do'). Punctuation is generally good, though there are minor slips like 'Let meknow'. Despite these errors, the meaning is always clear, and the grammatical control is sufficient for the task.

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