Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 20 · 2026-09-11
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. Khanna,
I am writing to invite you for the opening ceremony of the new theatre in the city. An eminent entertainment company named Jashan- e - bahar is the founder of this theatre. Classical and historical stories and plays are going to be played by professional actors on a regular basis in it.
I would appreciate it if you could spare time to visit and open the new theatre. It would be a proud moment for all the entertainment industry as a big celebrity of the country attends the inauguration of the local theatre.
You have devoted your time, money and energy to become a part of this wonderful industry. You can be an inspiration for the younger generation to showcase their talent and participate in these activities. You would be the suitable person to open the theatre and motivate others.
Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing a positive response from your side.
Yours sincerely,
Reena Rani
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 7.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 7.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 6.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 7.0 |
| Overall | 7.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0
The letter successfully addresses all three bullet points of the prompt. You provided information about the theatre, extended a clear invitation, and justified why the actor is a suitable choice. The tone is appropriate for a formal letter, and the purpose is clear from the outset. To improve, you could provide more specific details about the theatre, such as its location or capacity, to make the invitation feel more authentic. Additionally, while the reasons for the actor's suitability are clear, adding a personal touch or mentioning a specific film of theirs would strengthen the persuasive element of the letter.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0
The letter is well-organized with a clear logical progression. Each paragraph focuses on a specific aspect of the task, which makes the letter easy to follow. You used basic cohesive devices such as 'I am writing to', 'I would appreciate it if', and 'In addition' (implied through structure). However, the flow could be improved by using a wider variety of linking words to connect sentences more fluidly. For instance, the transition between the description of the theatre and the invitation could be smoother. Overall, the paragraphing is appropriate and supports the development of your ideas.
Lexical Resource — Band 6.5
You have used a sufficient range of vocabulary to convey your message clearly. Words like 'eminent', 'inauguration', and 'devoted' are well-chosen and appropriate for the formal context. However, there are some minor issues with collocation and word choice, such as 'played by professional actors' (usually 'performed by') and 'big celebrity' (which is slightly informal). To reach a higher band, try to incorporate more sophisticated collocations and avoid repetitive phrasing. The vocabulary is generally accurate and does not impede communication, but it lacks the precision and variety required for a higher score.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0
The letter demonstrates a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most of your sentences are grammatically correct and easy to understand. There are a few minor errors, such as 'the opening ceremony of the new theatre in the city' (could be 'a new theatre') and 'from your side' (which is a bit redundant). You have good control over punctuation and sentence boundaries. To improve, try to incorporate more complex grammatical structures, such as conditional sentences or relative clauses, to demonstrate greater flexibility. Overall, your grammar is reliable and does not cause any confusion for the reader.
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