Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-10-07

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 6.0)

Dear Sir,

I am writing a letter to you regarding I lost my important papers in hotel. Last week, I went there with my family. We ordered a meal and after that I forgot my land papers in left side of your hotel. I think the table number was 15, near kitchen. Papers are very significant for me due to the fact that I buy a house few weeks ago and now I need it. I am little bit frightened regarding my original papers with my identity card. Please check cameras and you can ask staff members for just clarification.

Additionally, I want your assistance for searching papers. When you get it, I would share more details how to send me? Although, you have my reservation details. Please took immediate action because I need as early as possible. So, I will wait for your positive response.

Yours Sincerely,

Parvez Iqbal

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 6.5

You cover all three requested points: you identify a likely location (“the table number was 15, near kitchen”), explain that the papers relate to a recently purchased house and include identity documents, and ask the manager to check cameras and consult staff. These details make the purpose clear and relevant. The explanation of importance is stronger than the request for action, which remains somewhat general: “I want your assistance for searching papers” does not specify how the hotel should contact you or arrange their return. The letter also says you attended with family and ordered a meal, rather than referring to the meeting in the prompt, so the situation is not fully aligned. More precise, developed instructions would strengthen the response further.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 6.0

The letter follows a broadly sensible order: it introduces the problem, gives a possible location, explains the papers’ importance, and then requests help. Paragraphing also separates the initial account from the follow-up request. However, the progression is sometimes weakened by unclear links and references. For example, “When you get it, I would share more details how to send me?” leaves the intended sequence and the meaning of “it” unclear. “Additionally” and “Although” do not create fully logical connections in their sentences, and the closing request repeats the need for action without adding much. Use clearer transitions and state each step in the order you want the manager to take it.

Lexical Resource: Band 5.5

You use enough vocabulary to communicate the main situation, including “significant,” “original papers,” “reservation details,” and “immediate action.” These attempts to be specific are useful, but several choices are unnatural or imprecise, such as “in left side of your hotel,” “for just clarification,” and “positive response.” “Papers” is also repeated where a more precise term could help distinguish the property documents from the identity card. These word-choice and collocation issues sometimes make the message less natural, although the reader can generally understand what you mean. Aim for common, accurate phrases such as “near the kitchen,” “confirm what happened,” and “return the documents.”

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 5.0

The letter includes both simple sentences and attempts at longer structures, for example “Papers are very significant for me due to the fact that I buy a house few weeks ago and now I need it.” However, errors in verb forms, articles, and sentence construction are noticeable and sometimes make the intended meaning less clear. Examples include “I buy a house few weeks ago,” “I am little bit frightened,” and “Please took immediate action.” The question “how to send me?” is also not formed as a clear indirect question. Use past tense for completed events, include necessary articles, and check that requests use the correct verb form. More accurate control of these patterns would make the letter easier to read.

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