Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-09
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
You work for an entertainment company which plans to open a new theatre soon. You want to invite a famous actor to open the new theatre.
Write a letter to this famous actor. In your letter
give some information about the new theatre
invite her/him to open the new theatre
explain why she/he would be a good person to open the theatre
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear........,
Student answer (Band 7.0)
Dear Mr. Anthony,
I hope you are doing well. I am writing to invite you for a new theatre opening ceremony of an entertainment firm which I am working currently.
Asian cinemas is expanding its business by opening a new theatre in our village. This theater will be constructed in the center of the city so that it could attract significant individuals and provide easy access several transport options. Additionally, this is going to be a multi-screen theatre where there are some plans to construct a regular and an IMAX screen along with Dolby Atmos audio system.
I would be grateful if you could join the opening event and participate in the inauguration to make the event successful. Coming to the event details, this will be held on 21st December at Hyderabad near Kaman Junction opposite to the Main Street. The additional details will be forwarded to you by mail.
I definitely believe that, you are the suitable person for this event because of the positive energy and attitude that you brings in. More importantly, your presence would not only encourage our organization to open multiple theatres but it also shades some light on our village by recognizing it.
I hope you will join the event, by considering my request. I look forward to your reply.
Yours sincerely,
Raj Kumar Pratap
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 6.5 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.5
You have successfully addressed all three bullet points in the prompt. You provided relevant details about the new theatre, such as the location and technical specifications like the IMAX screen and Dolby Atmos. The invitation is clear, and you provided a logical explanation for why the actor is a suitable choice, citing their positive energy and the potential impact on the local community. The tone is appropriate for a formal letter to a public figure. The ideas are well-developed and the purpose of the letter is clear from the outset, meeting all requirements of the task.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0
The letter is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a formal closing. Each paragraph focuses on a specific aspect of the prompt, which helps the reader follow your argument. You use cohesive devices such as 'Additionally', 'More importantly', and 'not only... but also' to link your ideas effectively. While the flow is generally smooth, some transitions could be slightly more sophisticated to reach a higher band. Overall, the paragraphing is appropriate and the progression of ideas is easy to follow throughout the response.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You demonstrate a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey your message clearly. Phrases like 'inauguration', 'significant individuals', and 'forwarded to you' show a good grasp of formal register. However, there are some minor inaccuracies in word choice, such as 'shades some light' (should be 'sheds some light') and 'which I am working currently' (should be 'where I am currently working'). While these do not impede communication, they prevent a higher score. Expanding your use of more precise collocations would further enhance your writing.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.5
You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is appropriate for this task. There are several error-free sentences, showing good control over basic grammar. However, there are some persistent errors, such as subject-verb agreement ('that you brings in' should be 'that you bring in') and preposition usage ('at Hyderabad' is acceptable, but 'in Hyderabad' is more standard). Punctuation is generally accurate, though there is an unnecessary comma in the sentence 'I definitely believe that, you are...'. These errors are non-systematic and do not cause confusion for the reader.
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