IELTS Writing Task 1 letter sample 3404 – Band 8.0

General Training IELTS Writing Task 1 - Letter

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are a member of an International Students' club. The club is organising an event to celebrate popular food from around the world.

Write a letter to the event organiser, Luis. In your letter

offer to make a popular dish from your country

describe what this dish is

explain why it should be included in the event

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Luis,

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Candidate’s Response:

Dear Luis,

I hope you’re doing well. I am writing to express my interest in contributing to the upcoming event that celebrates popular food from around the world. I would be thrilled to prepare a traditional Vietnamese dish called Pho.

Pho is a famous Vietnamese noodle soup, made with a savory broth, rice noodles, and a choice of thinly sliced beef or chicken. The broth is simmered for hours with ingredients like star anise, cinnamon, and ginger, which gives it a deep, aromatic flavor. The dish is typically garnished with fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime, and chili, allowing each person to customize it to their taste.

This dish is not just a meal in Vietnam; it’s a cultural icon that represents the warmth and hospitality of Vietnamese people. Including Pho in the event would provide attendees with an authentic experience of Vietnamese cuisine. Its light yet flavorful nature makes it a favorite among many, and it is a perfect dish to showcase the balance of flavors that Vietnamese food is known for.

I believe Pho would be a wonderful addition to the event, offering everyone a taste of Vietnamese tradition and the opportunity to enjoy a dish that is beloved by many around the world.

Please let me know if you would like me to proceed with preparing this dish or if there are any specific details I should be aware of.

Best regards,

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Planning Stage

Presented By: Kasra Sharifan

August 10, 2024

This is an IELTS writing band 8.0 sample

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Disclaimer

The writing sample displayed here is the work of IELTS candidates and has been assessed by our team for guidance and practice purposes. These scores are not official IELTS scores.

IELTS Writing Band Descriptors:

Task Achievement (GT)

8.0 covers all requirements of the task sufficiently

8.0 presents, highlights and illustrates bullet points clearly and appropriately

9.0 details are fully and clearly extended.

9.0 presents a clear purpose

8.0

Coherence and Cohesion

9.0 sequences information and ideas logically

9.0 uses cohesion in such a way that it attracts no attention

9.0 uses a range of cohesive devices appropriately

9.0 uses referencing clearly and appropriately throughout

8.0 uses paragraphing sufficiently and appropriately

8.0

Lexical Resource

9.0 uses a wide range of vocabulary

9.0 with very natural and sophisticated control of lexical features

9.0 rare minor errors occur only as ‘slips’

9.0 the communication is completely natural

9.0

Grammatical Range and Accuracy

9.0 uses a wide range of structures

8.0 the majority of sentences are error-free

9.0 rare minor errors occur only as ‘slips’

9.0 communication is completely natural

8.0

Feedback:

Thank you for writing this letter. While the response is well-developed, it could include a little more detail on why the dish would appeal to an international audience, which would make the case for its inclusion even stronger.

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Another Above 7.0 Sample

Dear Sir/Madam

I hope this message finds you well. I am thrilled to hear about the upcoming event on next week's Monday that our International Students' Club is organizing to celebrate popular food from around the world. It sounds like a fantastic opportunity to share and enjoy diverse cultures. I would be delighted to contribute by preparing a traditional dish from my country, Vietnam.

The dish I would like to prepare is Pho, a world-renowned Vietnamese noodle soup. Pho is made with a savory broth that is simmered for hours, infused with ingredients such as star anise, cinnamon, and ginger, creating a deep, aromatic flavor. The soup is served with rice noodles and your choice of thinly sliced beef or chicken, accompanied by fresh herbs, bean sprouts, lime, and chili, allowing each guest to customize the dish to their preference.

Pho is not just a meal in Vietnam; it is a cultural emblem that reflects the warmth and hospitality of our people. Including this dish in the event would provide attendees with an authentic taste of Vietnamese cuisine and an opportunity to experience the delicate balance of flavors that our food is known for. Its light yet flavorful nature makes it a favorite both in Vietnam and internationally, and I am confident it would be well-received by everyone at the event.

I am very excited about the prospect of sharing this beloved dish with our club members and guests. Please let me know if I can move forward with preparing Pho for the event, or if there are any specific details or requirements I should consider. I am looking forward to your positive response and to making this event a memorable celebration of global flavors.

Best Regards

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