Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · IELTS General Essentials · 2026-08-09
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
New neighbours have recently moved into the house/flat next door to where you live. You have examinations soon, but your neighbours play music late at night which is affecting your studies and sleep.
- explain what the problem is
- why it is causing you difficulties
- what action you would like them to take
Student answer (Band 6.0)
Dear Sarah,
Hope you're doing well. I am glad that you moved in with your family right next door. Well I didn't get a chance to come see you guys. As I have my computer science exam right next week.
About exams, I have been trying really hard to focus on my studies but every 6pm there's loud music played which affects my concentration badly. I know that you must be having quite a few visitors for house warming party. But this noise is almost everyday after 6pm.
However I try to study early in the morning but the music is played from 6pm to 4am in breaks. Not only this affects my studies but my sleep schedule too.
Nevertheless, if these noises are kept low or music is played during day time, that shouldn't be a problem. Kindly try to keep the doors shut so it doesn't echoes in corridor or balcony.
I hope we could work this out together!
Thank you,
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.0 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.5
The response addresses all three bullet points of the task: explaining the problem (loud music), the impact (studies and sleep), and the requested action (lower volume or daytime playing). The tone is appropriate for a letter to a neighbour. However, the development of ideas is somewhat limited. For instance, the explanation of why the music is a problem is repetitive, and the request for action could be more clearly articulated. While the task is fully addressed, the depth of the response is basic, which prevents it from reaching the higher bands. The structure is clear, and the purpose of the letter is immediately evident to the reader.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The letter is organized into logical paragraphs, each serving a distinct purpose. The progression of ideas is generally clear, moving from the introduction to the problem, its impact, and finally the proposed solution. However, the use of cohesive devices is somewhat mechanical and occasionally awkward. For example, the use of 'However' at the start of the third paragraph is logically incorrect, as it does not introduce a contrast to the previous paragraph. Additionally, some sentences are fragmented, such as 'As I have my computer science exam right next week,' which disrupts the flow of the text.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.0
The vocabulary is adequate for the task, allowing the writer to communicate their message effectively. There is some attempt to use topic-specific language, such as 'concentration,' 'sleep schedule,' and 'corridor.' However, the range is limited, and there are some inaccuracies in word choice and collocation, such as 'in breaks' instead of 'at intervals' or 'intermittently,' and 'it doesn't echoes' (grammatical error affecting lexical precision). The vocabulary is functional but lacks the flexibility and precision required for a higher band score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The student uses a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. While the meaning is generally clear, there are frequent grammatical errors that occasionally distract the reader. Examples include 'every 6pm there's loud music played' (awkward phrasing), 'it doesn't echoes' (subject-verb agreement error), and the sentence fragment 'As I have my computer science exam right next week.' Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with the use of full stops where commas or conjunctions would be more appropriate. These errors are noticeable but do not prevent the reader from understanding the core message.
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