Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · IELTS General Essentials · 2026-08-09
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
A family member is coming to stay with you. He/she will be arriving by train in the morning, but you won’t be home until the evening.
explain arrangements you have made for them to have keys and get into the house
tell your relative how to get from the train station to your house
say when you will be home and suggest what you could do together that evening
Student answer (Band 5.5)
dear amardeep
i hope you are doing well. acually i want to let you know. i will not come at station for pick up you because i am at my work when you are coming. so when you will reach at stastion then you have to take a taxi to reach at my house. i leave house key for you near the garage door under the blue stone
i hope you will not face any difficulties to reach at my house from stastion.i will arrange brake fast for you that guy deliver food at house please take the food from him.if you need anything then call me if i am not able to attend your call then texts me please.
i want to let you know in the evening time we are going to at beach for sunset. then we will going for dinner
Take care
gurjinder
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.0 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The letter addresses all three bullet points: key arrangements, directions, and evening plans. However, the response is slightly under the 150-word minimum, which impacts the overall score. While the ideas are relevant, they are somewhat underdeveloped. For instance, the instructions for the taxi and the key location are functional but lack detail. Additionally, the tone is inconsistent; while it is a letter to a family member, the phrasing is occasionally abrupt (e.g., 'that guy deliver food'). To improve, ensure you expand on your ideas to meet the length requirement and adopt a more natural, conversational tone suitable for a relative.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The letter is organized into three short paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the sequence of information. However, the use of cohesive devices is very limited. There is a lack of linking words or transition phrases to connect sentences smoothly. For example, the transition between the key instructions and the breakfast arrangements is abrupt. The punctuation is also inconsistent, with several missing capital letters at the start of sentences and after periods, which makes the text feel disjointed. Improving the use of conjunctions and ensuring proper sentence boundaries would significantly enhance the flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.0
The vocabulary is basic and repetitive, relying on simple, functional language. There are several spelling errors, such as 'acually' (actually), 'stastion' (station), and 'brake fast' (breakfast). The word choice is often imprecise, such as 'that guy deliver food' instead of a more natural description like 'a food delivery service.' While the meaning is generally clear, the range of vocabulary is insufficient to demonstrate a higher level of proficiency. To improve, focus on using more descriptive adjectives and learning the correct spelling of common words related to travel and household arrangements.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.0
The response contains frequent grammatical errors, particularly regarding verb tenses and sentence structure. Examples include 'I will not come at station for pick up you' (should be 'to pick you up') and 'we will going for dinner' (should be 'we will go'). There is a lack of complex sentence structures, and the reliance on simple, error-prone sentences limits the score. Punctuation is also a significant issue, as many sentences are not properly capitalized or separated. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of prepositions would help improve the accuracy of your writing.
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