Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Barron's Writing · 2026-09-02

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

You have decided to look for a new job.

Write a letter to a friend. In your letter
• explain why you are looking for a new job.
• describe the kind of job you would like to have.
• ask your friend to help you find a job

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear _________,

Student answer (Band 6.5)

Dear Pari,

I know it's been a while that we spoke with each other, but i was not aware that you moved to Nova scotia for your new job. I hope evrything is settled up over there.

I am writing this for your help. As you know that for my PR, I am looking for a new job as well. Moreover, I have heard that Nova Scotia is offering plenty of opportunities as well. Thus, i was thinking to get a new job as a dental assistant in halifax city.

As we both are in the same field, I think it would be great if you could guide me with job searching, such as how to apply for that and where, as you are familiar with the surroundings now.

I am looking for a workplace where I can grow as well as where I can get some help with PR. I know there is a competition and it is not easy to get a job but i want to try my best.

Please get back to me whenever you get a chance. You have my number. You can call me anytime.

Regards,

XYZ

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

You have addressed all three bullet points in the prompt: explaining the reason for the job search, describing the desired role, and asking for assistance. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend. However, the development of ideas is somewhat limited. For instance, while you mention wanting a job as a dental assistant, you could have provided more detail about your specific skills or experience to make the request for help more convincing. The purpose of the letter is clear, and the response is well-structured to meet the requirements of a General Training Task 1 letter.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The letter is logically organized with clear paragraphing. Each paragraph focuses on a specific aspect of the task, which helps the reader follow your train of thought. You use some cohesive devices such as 'Moreover', 'Thus', and 'As we both are', which help to link your ideas. However, some transitions feel slightly mechanical, and the flow between sentences could be improved by using a wider variety of linking words. Overall, the progression of ideas is clear, and the letter is easy to follow from start to finish.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

Your vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing you to convey your message clearly. You use some topic-specific vocabulary like 'dental assistant' and 'job searching'. However, there are some spelling errors, such as 'evrything' and 'halifax' (which should be capitalized as Halifax). Additionally, some phrasing is slightly unnatural, such as 'it's been a while that we spoke' (better: 'it's been a while since we spoke'). To reach a higher band, try to incorporate more precise collocations and ensure consistent attention to spelling and capitalization.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

You demonstrate a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While your meaning is always clear, there are several grammatical slips, such as 'I was not aware that you moved' (should be 'had moved') and 'I was thinking to get' (should be 'I was thinking of getting'). Punctuation is generally functional, though there are minor issues with capitalization and spacing. The errors do not impede communication, but they are frequent enough to prevent a higher score. Focusing on verb tense consistency and preposition usage will help improve your accuracy.

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