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Band 5+: Describe a piece of technology that has become outdated but you still use. You should say: - What it is - How long you have been using it - Why you continue to use it And explain what it would mean to you to give it up.

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The one particular device I want to mention is a calculator. It's mainly because a calculator is obsolete right now. There are a lot of apps and technologies which can provide the same options and possibilities, and they are much more convenient and attractive for people. I have had it since 6th grade when my mom bought it because I was so interested in physics, math, and chemistry. And I wasn't needing for a curator because I had to work with a numerous amount of numbers, a numerical data. Mostly I use it for my physics when it's actually required, when I need to take it to a university where their exam requires the calculator itself.

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The one particular device I want to mention is a calculator. It’s mainly because calculator is obsolete right now. There’s a lot of apps and technologies which can provide the same options and possibilities. and they are much more convenient and attractive for people. I had it since 6th grade when my mom bought it because I was so interested in physics, math and chemistry And I wasn’t needing for a curator because I had to work with a numerals amount of numbers, a numerical data. Mostly I use it for my physicist when it’s actually required, when I need to take it to a university where their exam requires the cochlear to itself.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

calculator: 3

because: 3

when: 3

physics: 2

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is above average. However, you may find complexity in certain words challenging. Regular practice should aid in improvement.

Task Response

The response addresses the topic by identifying a calculator as the outdated device, mentioning how long it has been owned, and describing its use for physics exams. However, the explanation for why it is still used despite newer options is underdeveloped and lacks specific personal details. To improve, provide a more detailed account of the device's features, elaborate on the reasons for continued use (e.g., reliability, familiarity, or specific requirements), and include concrete examples or anecdotes to make the response more engaging and fully developed. The response could be expanded as it currently feels quite brief.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is somewhat coherent but lacks clear organization. The speaker jumps between points without clear progression. There is noticeable repetition and self-correction (e.g., 'I wasn't needing for a curator' seems to be a misstatement). To improve, structure the answer with clear sections: introduce the device, state how long you've had it, describe its use, and then explain why you keep using it. Use linking words like 'Firstly', 'In addition', 'However' to improve flow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate but limited. The speaker uses some good phrases like 'obsolete', 'provide the same options and possibilities', and 'convenient and attractive', but there are errors and awkward phrasing (e.g., 'I wasn't needing for a curator' likely meant 'I didn't need a calculator' or 'I didn't need a tutor'). To improve, expand vocabulary related to technology and personal habits, and practice using precise terms. Avoid vague language and ensure word choice is accurate.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammar is mostly simple and contains several errors. For example, 'I had it since 6th grade' should be 'I have had it since 6th grade' (present perfect). 'I wasn't needing for a curator' is incorrect; it should be 'I didn't need a calculator' or 'I didn't need a tutor'. Also, 'a numerals amount of numbers' is awkward; 'a large amount of numerical data' would be better. To improve, practice using a variety of tenses correctly, especially present perfect for duration, and ensure subject-verb agreement and correct prepositions.

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Band 5+: Describe a piece of technology that has become outdated but you still use. You should say: - What it is - How long you have been using it - Why you continue to use it And explain what it would mean to you to give it up.

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