WRITING TASK 1 You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. A museum near your home is looking for people to do part-time voluntary/ unpaid work. You would like to do some voluntarylunpaid work at the museum. Write a letter to the museum director to apply for the voluntarylunpaid work. In your letter • explain why you want to do voluntarylunpaid work at the museum • describe some skills and qualities you have that would be useful ⚫ give details of when you would be available for work Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,
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Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing to express my keen interest in offering my services as a part-time
volunteer
at your esteemed museum
. Having been a frequent visitor to your museum
, I am deeply impressed by the valuable contributions it makes to preserving and showcasing our cultural heritage. I am eager to contribute to this
noble cause and gain enriching experiences in return.
The reason I am drawn to volunteering at the museum
is my passion for history and art. I believe that museums play a crucial role in educating the public about our past, fostering appreciation for our cultural heritage, and inspiring creativity. By volunteering, I hope to actively participate in these endeavors
and contribute to the Change the spelling
endeavours
museum
's mission of promoting cultural awareness and understanding.
Furthermore
, I possess several skills
and qualities that I believe would be beneficial in a volunteer
role at the museum
. With a background in history and a keen eye for detail, I am adept at researching and interpreting artifacts
and exhibits. Change the spelling
artefacts
Additionally
, my strong communication skills
and enthusiasm for sharing knowledge make me well-suited for engaging with visitors and assisting with guided tours or educational programs.
I am available to volunteer
on weekdays after 2:00 PM and all day on weekends. I am flexible and willing to adjust my schedule to accommodate the museum
's needs and requirements.
In conclusion, I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my time and skills
to your museum
as a volunteer
. I am confident that my passion for history, coupled with
my skills
and availability, would make me a valuable addition to your team. Thank you for considering my application, and I look forward to the possibility of volunteering at your museum
.
Yours sincerely,
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task achievement
Your letter successfully addresses all parts of the task. However, to improve your task response, consider providing more specific examples of your skills or experiences. Mentioning any previous volunteer work or related projects can strengthen your application.
task achievement
You've maintained a suitably formal tone throughout the letter, which is appropriate for this type of correspondence with a museum director. To further enhance this aspect, ensure the use of professional language and avoid contractions (e.g., I am instead of I'm).
coherence cohesion
The general structure of your letter is logical, with each paragraph dedicated to a different aspect of your application. To improve coherence and cohesion, consider using a wider range of linking words and phrases to smoothly connect your ideas from sentence to sentence and paragraph to paragraph.
coherence cohesion
Your greeting and closing are appropriate for the context of the letter. To excel further, ensure you sign off with a convincing closure that reiterates your enthusiasm for the position, followed by your name.
Word Count
IELTS says that you should write a minimum of 150 words in writing task 1. If you go under word count you will lose marks in task response.
A very long letter will not give you a higher band score.
Aim for between 160 to 190 words in writing task 1. This will ensure a concise letter and will be realistic in terms of time management. You have only 20 minutes to write the letter and you need around 5 minutes of planning time, so you will not be able to write a long letter in 15 minutes.