Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · IELTS General Essentials · 2026-09-28

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 7.5)

Dear Mr. Amos,

I hope this email finds you well.

I am Oge your next door neigbour and I am writing to inform you that the music you frequently play at night is a bit too loud. I am not sure if you are aware but our apartments are not soundproofed. I understand that there could be various reasons for you to play music late at night, however it is affecting me terribly.

I have an upcoming professional exam which is very important to me for my career progression. I usually study at night as I have to work during the day, but I have been unable to focus these past few days due to the loud music coming from your apartment. If it is possbile, I would advise that you play them in the evenings or during the day instead, and if you must play at night, to please kindly use the earphone.

Although this a difficult request, I would appreciate your kind consideration. Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

Oge Og

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 8.0

The candidate has successfully addressed all three bullet points required in the task instructions. First, the problem is clearly explained by stating that the music played at night is too loud and that the apartments are not soundproofed. Second, the difficulty is highlighted by mentioning an upcoming professional examination crucial for career progression, combined with the fact that the candidate works during the day and relies on nighttime studying. Finally, specific actions are requested, namely to play music during the day or evening instead, or to use earphones at night. The tone is appropriately polite for a formal semi-formal letter to a neighbour. All parts of the prompt are fully covered with well-developed ideas, earning a solid band 7.5 to 8.0.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 7.0

The letter follows a clear, logical progression starting with a polite salutation, an introduction, the explanation of the problem, the consequences, the requested action, and a polite sign-off. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate distinct points of the message. Cohesive devices such as 'however', 'although', and 'if' are used effectively to connect clauses and ideas, although referencing could be slightly tighter in places. Overall organisation is smooth, ensuring the reader easily follows the narrative and purpose of the communication.

Lexical Resource: Band 7.0

The student uses an adequate and natural range of vocabulary suitable for a general correspondence task. Phrases such as 'career progression', 'upcoming professional exam', and 'soundproofed' demonstrate a good control of lexical items. There are minor spelling and word-choice lapses, such as 'neigbour' (neighbour) and 'possbile' (possible), but these do not impede communication. Less common vocabulary items are attempted with some awareness of appropriate tone and style, placing the response comfortably within the Band 7 range.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 7.5

The candidate demonstrates a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Examples of complex clauses include 'I usually study at night as I have to work during the day' and 'If it is possible, I would advise that you play them...'. The majority of sentences are grammatically accurate, with good control over tense and modal verbs. Minor punctuation slips occur around the opening and closing (e.g., missing commas after introductory greetings), but these are minor and do not hinder comprehension. Control of grammar is strong throughout.

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