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Band 4+: Describe a person who encouraged you to achieve a goal.

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Everyone has someone who inspires them to achieve their goals. For me, that person is my husband. He's incredibly supportive and encouraging. Whenever I feel discouraged, he reminds me of my strengths and pushes me to keep going. This was especially helpful when I decided to take an exam for a professional certification. I was nervous and unsure of myself, but my husband encouraged me to go for it. He told me that if I didn't try, I wouldn't know what I was capable of. His belief in me gave me the confidence I needed to succeed. His support was invaluable, and I'm grateful for his unwavering encouragement. My exam results were excellent, and I owe a lot of that success to him.

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Task Response

4.5

The student struggles to express their ideas clearly and coherently. While they mention their husband as the person who encouraged them, the answer lacks specific details and examples. The student could benefit from practicing speaking about personal experiences in a more organized and detailed manner. For example, they could describe a specific instance where their husband encouraged them and how it impacted their decision to take the exam. The response could be expanded as it currently feels quite brief.

Fluency & Coherence

3.5

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Lexical Resource

3.5

The student uses some basic vocabulary but struggles with more complex expressions. There are instances of incorrect word choice and a limited range of vocabulary. Expand vocabulary by reading, listening to English, and using a dictionary or thesaurus to learn new words and phrases.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

3.5

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