Band 6.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.5 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-11-12

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

Write a letter to the manager of the hotel. In your letter

• say where you think you left the papers
• explain why they are so important
• tell the manager what you want him/her to do

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

Student answer (Band 6.5)

Dear Sir,

I am writing to inform you that i left my proposal papers on the desk close to your receptionist table on left hand side.

As i mentioned earlier, those papers are the sum total of all the proposal envolved in the renovation , extention, and the new block of the new hotel complex.The bill of quantities of the block work, the cement to be used, the number of the trips of sand, the electrical wires, the iron envolved, the fittings and all that are envolved in the construction of the various aspects are contained therein. That copy is the original and the one i have now . I intended to make photocopies after our meeting.

I would be very happy if he will insruct those working around the reception to conduct a thorough search as to descover where they fell and hand same to you. I will like to come back and collect it by myself instead warebilling it

i would be very grateful to receive a positive responce soonest'

Yours Faithfully

Ifeanyi Izugbokwe

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 7.5

You address all three requested points clearly. You identify a plausible location—the desk beside the reception table—and explain the papers’ importance by listing the renovation and construction details they contain, as well as noting that this is your only original copy. You also make a clear request for staff to search and say you would collect the papers in person. These details extend the main ideas and keep the letter focused. To make the response more complete and polished, clarify the request directly to the manager rather than referring to “he,” and specify how the manager can contact you or when you might return. The purpose and desired action are nevertheless clear throughout.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 6.5

The letter follows a sensible progression: it identifies the missing papers, explains their contents and importance, and then requests a search and collection. The paragraph breaks help distinguish these stages, and phrases such as “As I mentioned earlier” and “I would be very happy if” link ideas. However, some connections are awkward or unclear. “That copy is the original and the one I have now” is difficult to interpret, while “hand same to you” does not clearly connect to your plan to collect it. The final request and closing also run together without clear punctuation. More precise referencing and a clearly separated closing would make the organisation smoother and more consistently controlled.

Lexical Resource: Band 5.5

You use relevant vocabulary to describe the documents, including “proposal papers,” “bill of quantities,” “renovation,” and “electrical wires.” This gives the explanation useful specificity. However, spelling errors and imprecise or unnatural expressions are noticeable, including “envolved,” “extention,” “insruct,” “descover,” and “warebilling.” Phrases such as “the sum total of all the proposal” and “hand same to you” are also not natural in this context and may make the reader pause. Aim for accurate, conventional wording in a formal letter, such as “the original copy,” “ask the reception staff to search,” and “send the documents by courier.” Proofreading spelling and collocations would improve clarity and control.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 5.5

You attempt both simple statements and longer sentences, particularly when describing the contents of the papers, and the main message remains understandable. However, control is uneven: “I would be very happy if he will instruct” uses an unsuitable verb form after “if,” and “I will like to come back” should use a more appropriate conditional construction. There are also problems with sentence boundaries and punctuation, especially the long list beginning “The bill of quantities…” and the final request, which lacks a clear full stop before the closing. Capitalisation of “I” is inconsistent. Practise accurate conditional forms and divide long sentences into manageable units; this will make your meaning easier to follow.

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