Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-08-18

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

You work for an international company, and would like to spend six months working in its head office in another country. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter

• explain why you want to work in the company's head office for six months
• say how your work could be done while you are away
• ask for his/her help in arranging it

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ................. ,

Student answer (Band 6.0)

Dear sir,

I am writing to request the opportunity to spend six month working at our company's head office in another country. i believe this experience would be very valuable for my professional development.

I would like to work there because I could learn about the company's international operations, gain new skills and work with colleagues from difference would also help me improve my performance when i return to my current office.

While I am away, i can complete most of my regular duties online. i can also keep in regular contact with my term by email and video meetings. If necessary, a colleague could handle tasks that require my physical presence.

I would be grateful if you could help me arrrange this temporary transfer and advise me about the necessary procedures. I would be happy to discuss my proposal with you at a convienient time

Yours sincerely,

Rita.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 5.5

The letter addresses all three bullet points: the reason for the request, the plan for work coverage, and the request for assistance. However, the response is slightly under the 150-word minimum, which impacts the overall development of ideas. While the purpose is clear, the explanation of how work will be managed is somewhat brief. To reach a higher band, you should expand on the specific tasks you will handle remotely and provide more detail on how you will ensure a smooth handover to your colleagues. The tone is appropriate for a formal business letter.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.5

The letter is logically organized with a clear introduction, body paragraphs, and a closing. Paragraphing is used appropriately to separate the different requirements of the prompt. Cohesive devices such as 'While I am away' and 'If necessary' are used to link ideas, though the flow could be improved with more varied transitions. The referencing is generally clear, although the lack of a specific name in the salutation is a minor stylistic point. Overall, the progression of ideas is easy to follow.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, allowing you to communicate your request clearly. You use some relevant business-related terms like 'professional development', 'international operations', and 'temporary transfer'. However, there are some minor errors, such as 'difference' instead of 'different backgrounds' and 'convienient' (spelling error). To improve, try to incorporate more precise collocations and ensure spelling accuracy. The range is sufficient for the task but lacks the sophistication required for higher bands.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You demonstrate a mix of simple and complex sentence structures. There are several grammatical errors, such as the failure to capitalize 'I' in several instances ('i believe', 'i can'), and a missing word in the second paragraph ('colleagues from difference...'). Additionally, 'six month' should be 'six months'. While these errors do not impede communication, they are frequent enough to prevent a higher score. Focusing on proofreading for basic punctuation and subject-verb agreement will significantly improve your accuracy.

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