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Band 5+: Describe a time you successfully persuaded someone to do something. You should say: - What you persuaded them to do - Who you persuaded - Why you wanted them to do it And explain how you managed to persuade them.

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At work, I need to persuade my colleagues often. For example, the last time I persuaded my colleagues about our decision to build a new system. They said we needed to build a full system, spend two months, and only after this job could we get results. But I offered to make the first stage of the system with many functions. My main argument was that we would spend a little bit of time and get results early, and then we could build the full system. They agreed with me.

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At work I need to persuade my colleagues often. For example, last time I persuaded colleagues about our decision for building a new system. They asked me, we need to build a full system, spend two months and only after this job we can to get result but I Offered make on the first stage of system With may functional My main argument argument was We spent a little bit time and got results early after we can to build full system They agreed with me.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
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Vocabulary Repetition:

system: 4

build: 3

colleagues: 2

spend: 2

could: 2

results: 2

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Pronunciation

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Task Response

The response addresses the topic and provides some relevant information. To improve, elaborate more on the specific details of the situation, the person you persuaded, and your feelings about the experience. Adding more descriptive language and personal insights would enhance the answer. The response could be expanded as it currently feels quite brief.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is somewhat coherent, but there are noticeable pauses and hesitations. The structure is present, but the delivery could be smoother. To improve, practice speaking more continuously and use linking words to connect ideas more effectively. For example, use phrases like 'Furthermore,' 'Moreover,' or 'In addition' to build on your points.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate but lacks precision and variety. There are some inaccuracies in word choice. To enhance your lexical resource, try to use more specific and varied vocabulary related to persuasion and project management. For example, instead of 'spend a little bit time,' you could say 'invest a shorter amount of time.' Also, focus on using synonyms to avoid repetition. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

There are several grammatical errors, including incorrect verb forms ('we can to get result'), missing articles, and awkward phrasing. To improve, focus on using a wider range of grammatical structures accurately. Pay attention to verb tenses, articles, and sentence structure. Review basic grammar rules and practice constructing more complex sentences.

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Band 5+: Describe a time you successfully persuaded someone to do something. You should say: - What you persuaded them to do - Who you persuaded - Why you wanted them to do it And explain how you managed to persuade them.

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Describe a time you successfully persuaded someone to do something. You should say: – What you persuaded them to do – Who you persuaded – Why you wanted them to do it And explain how you managed to persuade them.

Describe a time you successfully persuaded someone to do something. You should say: – What you persuaded them to do – Who you persuaded – Why you wanted them to do it And explain how you managed to persuade them.

Describe a time you successfully persuaded someone to do something. You should say: – What you persuaded them to do – Who you persuaded – Why you wanted them to do it And explain how you managed to persuade them.

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