Band 5.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 5.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-10-27

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 5.0)

hi dear

i hope you are doing well . i really happy to see u. i know that without work or money its very hard to survive but dont worry i am always here to spot you. i am living in brampton and it us industrial area and there is various types of jobs are availabe i suggest you one job my freind joined it few days ago its very effortless job and pay rate also good and i think that job is suitable for you its forklift job there is to many oppertunitys are avalibale if you want to change your proffesion. usually they hired people online you can apply there from indeed and job bank they replies in two or three days according to there previous record if u want to visit there personily its upto you. i wish you like that job . but somehow you dont feel good let me know i will help to find other job for you thank you

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response: Band 5.5

You cover the main points by identifying a forklift job, saying it is available locally, explaining that it offers good pay, and mentioning online application sites. You also give a reason for recommending it: your friend may be able to change profession. However, the job description is very brief, and the suitability explanation is not developed with details about your friend’s skills or experience. The application instructions are also unclear: “apply there from indeed and job bank” does not explain what to search for or what information to submit. The letter communicates its purpose, but some task points are only partly addressed. Add practical details about duties and a clearer, more personalised reason for recommending the role.

Coherence and Cohesion: Band 4.5

The ideas are generally relevant and follow a broad sequence: you introduce the situation, recommend a job, explain how to apply, and close with an offer of further help. However, the response is presented as one long block, so the reader has little visual guidance. Several ideas run together, particularly the job recommendation and application details, and transitions such as “but somehow” are not used clearly. The repeated use of “and” also makes the progression feel mechanical. Separate the letter into short paragraphs and use clear links such as “I thought of you because…” and “To apply, you can…”. This would make the information easier to follow without changing its friendly tone.

Lexical Resource: Band 4.5

You use enough basic vocabulary to communicate the central message, including “forklift job,” “pay rate,” and “apply.” However, the range is limited, and several word choices or spellings make the letter less clear or natural. For example, “effortless job” may not mean what you intend, while “spot you” is an unsuitable expression for offering support. Forms such as “oppertunitys,” “availabe,” and “personily” also reduce accuracy. Choose more precise language for the work and application process, and check spelling carefully. Phrases such as “forklift operator position,” “good hourly wage,” and “apply in person” would express your meaning more naturally and appropriately.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy: Band 4.5

The response relies mainly on simple clauses joined together, with limited control of more varied sentence structures. Errors in sentence formation and punctuation are frequent: “i really happy” is missing a verb, and “there is various types of jobs are availabe” combines incompatible structures and has an agreement problem. The sentence beginning “i suggest you one job” also lacks a clear grammatical pattern. Capitalisation and full stops are inconsistent, making several long sentences difficult to read. Practise forming complete sentences with a subject and verb, and use punctuation to separate each main idea. For example: “I suggest a forklift operator position. My friend started there a few days ago, and the pay is good.”

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