Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-08-21

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

A friend you made while you were studying abroad has written to ask you for help in finding a job in your country. You have heard about a job in a local company that might be suitable for him/her.

Write a letter to this friend. In your letter

• tell your friend about the job and what sort of work it involves
• say why you think the job would be suitable for him/her
• explain how to apply for the job

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

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

Student answer (Band 6.0)

Dear John,

How are you? I hope this letter finds you well, and I'm writing this letter to inform you that I've found a particular job for you.

You gained a lot of experience in Human Resource field from your country. So I've got a job offer for you in HR department and the title of Job is HR assistant for one year then you'll get promotion.

I believe this job would be suitable for you, because you've experience in this field. You will be satisfied with the wage rate also. You can apply for this position by visiting www.org.adico.ca website. you need to fill the form first then you'll be interviewing by HR manager. I know with your skills and performance you will surely clear the interview. It would be great opportunity when you come here to join this work. You need some computer skills and fast typing about HR details help you to become efficient employee of a company called Bridgeway Trucking and Co.

I hope you will like this job as it is based on your interest. I eagerly waiting to see you soon.

Yours lovingly,

Anita

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have addressed all three bullet points in the prompt: describing the job, explaining why it is suitable, and providing application instructions. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend. However, the development of ideas is somewhat limited. For example, while you mention the job involves HR tasks, providing more specific examples of daily duties would have strengthened the response. Additionally, the explanation of the application process is a bit brief. To reach a higher band, ensure that each point is fully extended with more descriptive detail rather than just stating the facts.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The letter follows a logical progression, moving from the purpose of the letter to the job details, suitability, and finally the application process. Paragraphing is present, though the structure is a bit cramped. You use some cohesive devices like 'because' and 'then', but the flow between sentences can feel slightly mechanical. To improve, try using a wider variety of linking words and phrases to connect your ideas more fluidly, such as 'Furthermore', 'Consequently', or 'In addition to this'. The referencing is generally clear, and the reader can easily follow your train of thought throughout the letter.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

You demonstrate an adequate range of vocabulary for the task, using terms like 'promotion', 'efficient', and 'wage rate'. However, there are some inaccuracies in word choice and collocation, such as 'clear the interview' (usually 'pass' or 'ace' the interview) and 'fast typing about HR details' (which is slightly unnatural). You also have some minor errors in article usage and phrasing. To improve, focus on learning common collocations related to professional environments and ensure you are using precise terminology for job-related processes. The vocabulary is sufficient to convey your message clearly, but it lacks the flexibility and precision required for higher bands.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 5.5

You use a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, such as 'I hope this letter finds you well' and 'I know with your skills and performance you will surely clear the interview'. There are several grammatical errors, including missing articles ('in HR department'), incorrect verb forms ('you'll be interviewing' instead of 'you'll be interviewed'), and punctuation issues (e.g., starting a sentence with a lowercase 'you'). While these errors do not impede communication, they occur frequently enough to prevent a higher score. Focus on proofreading for subject-verb agreement and consistent use of articles to improve your accuracy.

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