Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 15 · 2026-08-07
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntary/unpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntary/unpaid work. In your letter
- explain why you want to do voluntary/unpaid work at the museum
- describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful
- give details of when you would be available for work
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Student answer (Band 7.5)
Dear Sir,
I am writing to express my interest in applying for a part-time voluntary position at the museum. Having visited tf he museum regularly since childhood, I have always admired it role as a iconic landmark in our city. It would be a privilege to contribute to an institution that attracts thousands of visitors daily.
I have a strong background in community involvement and teamwork. During my school years, I served as a leader in the National Cadet Corps (NCC), where I organized various community service projects, including environmental clean-ups and tree planting initiatives. Through these experiences, I developed strong organizational and communication skills, as well as essential qualities such as patience, reliability, and attention to detail, which I believe would make me a helpful asset to your team.
I'm availabe on all working days(Monday-Friday) after 5pm as well as on weekends from (11.am-4pm). Hoping to receive a positive response from your end.
Your's Faithfully
Manu
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 8.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 8.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 7.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.5 |
| Overall | 7.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0
The response successfully addresses all three bullet points of the prompt. You clearly explain your motivation for volunteering, provide relevant examples of your leadership experience in the National Cadet Corps, and specify your availability. The tone is appropriate for a formal letter to a museum director. The ideas are well-developed and relevant to the context of the task. The letter follows the required structure and maintains a consistent, professional purpose throughout, ensuring the reader understands exactly why you are writing and what you have to offer.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 8.0
The letter is logically organized, with each paragraph focusing on a specific requirement of the prompt. Ideas flow smoothly from one to the next, and the use of cohesive devices such as 'Having visited', 'During my school years', and 'Through these experiences' helps to connect your thoughts effectively. The paragraphing is appropriate for a formal letter, and the progression of information is clear. The transition between your motivation and your specific skills is handled well, making the letter easy to follow and professional in its presentation.
Lexical Resource — Band 7.0
You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for a formal application, such as 'contribute to an institution', 'iconic landmark', and 'helpful asset'. There are a few minor slips, such as 'tf he' (typo) and 'availabe' (spelling error), but these do not impede communication. The use of language is generally precise and fits the context well. To reach a higher band, you could incorporate slightly more sophisticated collocations or varied synonyms to describe your skills, but the current range is sufficient to convey your message clearly and professionally.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5
The letter uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures effectively. Most sentences are error-free, and the grammar is generally accurate. There are minor punctuation and formatting errors, such as 'Your's Faithfully' (should be 'Yours faithfully') and inconsistent spacing in the availability section. However, these are non-systematic errors that do not interfere with the overall meaning. The control of verb tenses and sentence construction is strong, and the formal tone is maintained throughout the writing.
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