Band 7.5 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.5 · Cambridge IELTS 14 · 2026-08-19

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

You have just read an article in an international travel magazine which contained some information about your town that is incorrect.

Write a letter to the editor of the magazine. In your letter

• correct the information in the article
• explain why it is important for the magazine to give correct information
• suggest what the magazine should do about this situation

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

Student answer (Band 7.5)

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to bring your attention to an error in the article published on my hometown in your latest edition.

It was published that both the Red Fort and the Taj Mahal are in Delhi, however it is not correct as the Taj Mahal is in Agra which is another city and is almost 150 kms away from Delhi.

While I am glad that your reputable magazine published an article on amazing travel opportunities in my hometown- Delhi; I am also worried that the misinformation may lead to disturbances in travelers' journeys, who rely upon the information provided in your magazine.

I suggest to publish an amendment to the specific article with the rectified information in your next edition to prevent any harm to travelers and the magazine's reputation.

Thank you very much for your time, and I hope you would accept my suggestion.

Kind Regards,

Rashpal Kaur

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 8.0

The letter successfully addresses all three bullet points of the prompt. You clearly identify the factual error regarding the location of the Taj Mahal, explain the importance of accuracy for travelers, and provide a constructive suggestion for a correction. The tone is appropriate for a formal letter to an editor, and the purpose is clear from the outset. The ideas are well-developed and relevant, ensuring the reader understands the gravity of the misinformation. To reach a higher band, you could expand slightly on the potential consequences of this error for the magazine's credibility, but overall, the task is fully satisfied.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 8.0

The letter is logically organized with a clear progression of ideas. Each paragraph serves a distinct purpose, moving from the identification of the error to the explanation and finally the suggested solution. Cohesive devices such as 'however', 'while', and 'to prevent' are used effectively to link ideas. The paragraphing is appropriate for a formal letter, and the flow of information is smooth. The use of 'I am writing to...' and 'Kind Regards' provides a standard and effective framework for this type of correspondence.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for a formal complaint. Phrases like 'reputable magazine', 'disturbances in travelers' journeys', and 'rectified information' show a solid command of language. There is a slight awkwardness in the phrasing 'It was published that...', which could be more naturally expressed as 'The article stated that...'. However, the vocabulary is precise enough to convey your meaning without ambiguity. You show an ability to use less common items, which supports a strong score in this criterion.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.5

The writing displays a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free, and the punctuation is generally accurate. There is a minor grammatical slip in the sentence 'I hope you would accept my suggestion', where 'will' or 'would' could be used, but 'would' is slightly less natural in this context. Additionally, the use of the semicolon after 'hometown' is slightly unconventional; a comma or dash would be more standard. Despite these minor issues, the control of grammar is strong and does not impede communication.

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