Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-08-18
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
You recently received a letter from a friend asking for advice about whether to go to college or to try to get a job. You think he/she should get a job.
Write a letter to this friend. In your letter
- say why he/she would not enjoy going to college
- explain why getting a job is a good idea for him/her
- suggest types of job that would be suitable for him/her
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ................. ,
Student answer (Band 6.0)
Dear friend,
My friend i will advice you find a good job instead of going collage. As you know now days collages are expensive. After the collage it is not easy to get job due to unemployment rate.
If you go collage then it require at least 3 years to get degree but during this time you can find a good job and gain some experience which help you in promotion. So if you get prmoted your salary will automatically increase.
As you completed your senior secondary education you can go in construction buiness. I will suggest you work under experienced plumber. As we know this is very crucial stream. In this job you can star your own buiness after 4 or 5 year. It is very well paid job. Before you start doing this job i will advice you also take advice from your parents.
Your faithfully
Gurpreet Singh
AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 6.0 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 6.0 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 6.0 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0
The letter addresses all three bullet points: it explains why college might not be enjoyable, why working is a better alternative, and suggests a specific job. However, the development of these ideas is somewhat limited. The arguments regarding unemployment and the benefits of work experience are relevant but could be expanded with more depth to fully satisfy the requirements of a higher band. The tone is generally appropriate for a letter to a friend, although the structure is quite basic. To improve, ensure that each point is supported with more detailed reasoning or personal context to provide a more comprehensive response.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0
The letter is organized into clear paragraphs, which helps the reader follow the progression of ideas. There is a logical flow from the introduction to the body paragraphs and the conclusion. However, the use of cohesive devices is quite limited and sometimes repetitive. For example, the transition between sentences often relies on simple structures rather than a variety of linking words. While the paragraphing is appropriate, the overall cohesion feels a bit mechanical. Using a wider range of transition signals (e.g., 'furthermore', 'consequently', 'on the other hand') would help improve the flow and connectivity between ideas.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary used is adequate for the task but lacks variety and precision. There are several spelling errors, such as 'collage' instead of 'college', 'buiness' instead of 'business', and 'prmoted' instead of 'promoted'. These errors are frequent enough to be noticeable. The range of vocabulary is limited to common, everyday words. To achieve a higher score, you should focus on using more precise terminology related to career and education, and pay closer attention to spelling accuracy. Incorporating less common collocations would also demonstrate a stronger command of the language.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The letter contains a mix of simple and some complex sentence structures. However, there are frequent grammatical errors, such as missing articles ('get job', 'in construction buiness'), incorrect verb forms ('it require', 'as you completed'), and punctuation issues. These errors occur throughout the text and occasionally hinder the clarity of the message. While the meaning is generally understandable, the lack of control over basic grammatical rules prevents a higher score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement, proper article usage, and sentence construction will significantly improve your accuracy.
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