Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 16 · 2026-08-20

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

Mrs Barrett, an English-speaking woman who lives in your town, has advertised for someone to help her in her home for a few hours a day next summer.

Write a letter to Mrs Barrett. In your letter

• suggest how you could help her in her home
• say why you would like to do this work
• explain when you will and will not be available

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Mrs Barrett,

Student answer (Band 7.0)

Dear Mr/Mrs [Name],

I am writing in response to your advertisement regarding a domestic helper. I would be delighted to assist with the requested information.

I can help with a variety of tasks, such as cleaning, cooking, washing clothes and giving water to plants. In addition, I would be happy to do laundry if required. As I am helpful and responsible, I am confident that I can complete the task efficiently and reliably.

I would like to apply for this opportunity for several reasons. Firstly, I have worked as a kitchen helper before. Secondly, I am punctual. Finally, I always try to do my best. I believe this would be a valuable opportunity for me because it will be my first time working as a domestic helper.

Regarding availability, I can work this summer from June to the end of August. However, I can work only on weekdays as I am having online classes on the weekends. I would also like to mention that I can work 3 hours a day; it will be according to your preferences.

Thank you for considering my application. I would be grateful for the opportunity to discuss this further and look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,

Gurchet

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

You have addressed all three bullet points in the prompt effectively. You clearly outlined how you could help, provided reasons for your interest, and specified your availability. The tone is appropriate for a formal letter, and the purpose is clear throughout. To reach a higher band, you could expand slightly on the 'why' section; for instance, explaining how your previous experience as a kitchen helper specifically prepares you for Mrs Barrett's needs would add more depth and relevance to your application.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.0

The letter is well-organized with a clear logical progression. Each paragraph focuses on a specific requirement of the prompt, which makes the information easy to follow. You use basic cohesive devices such as 'Firstly', 'Secondly', and 'In addition' to link your ideas. While these are effective, the flow is somewhat mechanical. To improve, try to use a wider variety of linking words and ensure that the transition between sentences feels more natural rather than relying on a list-like structure.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'domestic helper', 'advertisement', and 'punctual' correctly. The language is clear and appropriate for the context. However, the vocabulary is somewhat functional and lacks variety. To achieve a higher score, incorporate more precise collocations or descriptive language. For example, instead of 'giving water to plants', you could use 'tending to the garden' or 'maintaining indoor plants'. This would show a more sophisticated command of English.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

Your grammar is generally accurate, and your sentences are easy to understand. You use a mix of simple and complex structures, such as 'I am writing in response to...' and 'I would be grateful for the opportunity...'. There are very few errors, and those present do not impede communication. To improve, try to incorporate a greater variety of complex sentence structures, such as conditional sentences or relative clauses, to demonstrate more flexibility in your writing.

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