Band 5.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer
Overall Band Score: 5.5 · Cambridge IELTS 11 · 2026-07-31
IELTS Writing Task 1 question
Write a letter to the local council. In your letter
- give details of how you and your friends or family use the centre
- explain why the sports and leisure centre is important for the local community
- describe the possible effects on local people if the centre closes
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Student answer (Band 5.5)
Dear Sir
I am writing this letter to explain my sattisfaction with local center As I and my friends use local council
for many things like gym, swimming pool, library as well.
It is beneficial for individuals to use sport and leisure center in many ways. Not only it keeps us feet but also when me and ,y all friends do exercise together we spend some time together after working in busy schedule.
if center close our all society has to face so amny things like we do not have any other center near by so people who use sport center they are not able to o anywhere. while othe facilities will also close.
thank you for support
Your faithfully
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AI examiner evaluation
| Criterion | Band |
|---|---|
| Task Achievement / Task Response | 5.5 |
| Coherence and Cohesion | 5.5 |
| Lexical Resource | 5.5 |
| Grammatical Range and Accuracy | 5.5 |
| Overall | 5.5 |
Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5
The response addresses all three bullet points, but the development of ideas is very limited due to the brevity of the letter. The explanation of how the centre is used is brief, and the consequences of closure are described in a vague, repetitive manner. Furthermore, the letter is significantly under the 150-word minimum requirement, which prevents a full exploration of the topic. To improve, you should expand on each point with specific examples and ensure you meet the minimum word count to allow for a more comprehensive response.
Coherence and Cohesion — Band 5.5
The letter is divided into short paragraphs, which helps with basic organization. However, the progression of ideas is disjointed. There is a lack of cohesive devices to link sentences and ideas smoothly; for example, the transition between the benefits of the centre and the consequences of its closure is abrupt. The use of referencing is also weak, making it difficult for the reader to follow the argument clearly. Increasing the use of linking words such as 'furthermore', 'consequently', or 'in addition' would greatly improve the flow.
Lexical Resource — Band 5.5
The vocabulary is quite basic and repetitive, with several spelling errors such as 'sattisfaction', 'feet' (instead of 'fit'), and 'amny'. The range of vocabulary is limited, relying on simple words like 'things' and 'use'. There is little attempt to use less common or more precise lexical items that would be appropriate for a formal letter to a council. To reach a higher band, you should focus on using more varied and precise vocabulary related to community services and leisure activities, and ensure careful proofreading to avoid spelling mistakes.
Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5
The response contains frequent grammatical errors that occasionally impede communication, such as 'if center close our all society has to face so amny things'. Sentence structures are mostly simple, and there are significant issues with punctuation and word order. The misuse of articles and verb tenses is consistent throughout the text. While the meaning is generally understandable, the high frequency of errors in basic structures limits the score. Focusing on subject-verb agreement and the correct use of articles will help improve your accuracy significantly.
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