Recent IELTS GT Writing Task 1 - Volunteer At Sports Event

You saw an advertisement for volunteers to help at a sports event in your city. Write a letter to the organizer. In your letter: 

• Explain why you are interested in helping 
• Describe any relevant experience you have 
• Explain how you can contribute to the event

📌 Note: This question appeared in the PBT-IELTS Writing exam on 1st November, 2025 in Canada. 

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Band 9 Sample Answer:

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing in response to your recent advertisement seeking volunteers for the upcoming City Sports Championship. I would be delighted to offer my help at this event.

I have always been passionate about sports and community activities, and I believe this event is a great opportunity to contribute to something meaningful. As an enthusiastic supporter of local athletics, I enjoy promoting physical fitness and teamwork, especially among young people. The chance to be part of an event that brings the community together truly appeals to me.

In terms of experience, I have volunteered at several public events, including the Annual Charity Marathon last year, where I helped manage the registration desk and distribute refreshments to participants. I also hold a valid first aid certificate, which could be useful during the competition in case of minor injuries or emergencies.

If given the opportunity, I can assist in coordinating participants, guiding spectators, or managing logistical arrangements before and during the event. I am available throughout the weekend of the championship and would be happy to attend any briefing sessions beforehand.

I look forward to hearing from you and would be grateful if you could let me know how I can best contribute.

Yours faithfully,

Anjali Mehra

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Band 9 Insights Based on IELTS Writing Band Descriptors:  

1. Task Achievement (Band 9)

• Fully addresses all three bullet points with specific, relevant details:
  • Explains why she is interested (community involvement, passion for sports).
  • Describes relevant experience (marathon volunteer, first aid certification).
  • Explains how she can contribute (coordination, guidance, logistics).
• Purpose is clear from the opening line.
• Tone is formal yet warm, polite, and natural.
• Each paragraph logically develops one idea — no unnecessary detail.

2. Coherence and Cohesion (Band 9)

• Follows the four-paragraph structure from your reference:
  1. Opening and purpose
  2. Reason for interest
  3. Relevant experience
  4. Contribution and closing
• Logical flow between ideas with smooth transitions: “I have always been passionate…,” “In terms of experience…,” “If given the opportunity…”
• No mechanical connectors — linking feels natural.
• Each paragraph has a clear central focus.

3. Lexical Resource (Band 9)

• Excellent range of precise and formal vocabulary:
  “enthusiastic supporter,” “community activities,” “logistical arrangements,” “minor injuries or emergencies.”
• Strong collocations: “offer my help,” “bring the community together,” “attend briefing sessions.”
• Vocabulary is rich but natural — no awkward phrasing or repetition.

4. Grammatical Range and Accuracy (Band 9)

• Wide variety of sentence structures used correctly:
  • “As an enthusiastic supporter of local athletics, I enjoy promoting physical fitness and teamwork.”
  • “If given the opportunity, I can assist in coordinating participants, guiding spectators, or managing logistical arrangements.”
• Perfect use of conditionals, participle clauses, and articles.
• No grammatical or punctuation errors; all sentences are clear and accurate.

Overall Band: 9.0

This letter achieves Band 9 because it:

• Fully answers the task with detailed, relevant, and clear content.
• Maintains a professional and formal tone throughout.
• Is well-organised with natural cohesion.
• Demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary and grammar with full accuracy.

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