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Band 6+: Are there any types of animals that you think should not be kept as a pet?

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Yes, definitely. I think some wild animals should not be kept as pets. For example, I believe all types of birds should be free. When I see a bird in a cage, I feel so sorry for it. They have wings and are meant to fly anywhere they want. But we put them in a cage, which I find very selfish.

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Yes, definitely. I think all kinds of birds should be free. When I see a bird in a case, I feel so sorry for it. Because they have wings, they are able to fly anywhere they want. But we put them in a case, I find it very selfish.

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Task Response

6.5

The student provides a clear and relevant answer to the question, expressing their opinion on keeping birds as pets. They provide a strong justification for their stance, highlighting the natural freedom of birds and the ethical implications of keeping them confined. The answer demonstrates a good understanding of the topic and a thoughtful consideration of animal welfare.

Fluency & Coherence

The student speaks fluently and coherently, using appropriate cohesive devices like 'for example' and 'because' to connect their ideas. The answer flows naturally and is easy to follow. There is only a minor instance of repetition ('they have wings, they are able to fly') which does not significantly impact the overall fluency.

Lexical Resource

The student uses a good range of vocabulary, including words like 'selfish' and 'confined' to express their opinion effectively. However, there is a slight repetition of 'cage' which could be replaced with a more varied vocabulary. The student could also explore more specific types of birds to further demonstrate their lexical range.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The student demonstrates good grammatical accuracy, using a variety of sentence structures and tenses appropriately. There is one minor grammatical error ('But we put them in a case, I find it very selfish') where the student could have used a more formal structure like 'But I find it very selfish to put them in a cage'. Overall, the grammar is accurate and contributes to the clarity of the answer.

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