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Band 7+: Do you prefer paper or electronic dictionaries?

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I have always used paper dictionaries, so I prefer them more. I have also loved the texture and the smell of the paper, so I still value traditional things despite all the technological progress that has happened. The only issue with paper dictionaries is that they are limited in words. You can search for a word and not find it, while in electronic dictionaries, the words are unlimited.

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I have always used paper dictionaries so I prefer them more. I have also always loved the texture and the smell of the paper so I still value traditional things with all the technological progress that has happened. Just the only issue with paper dictionaries is that they are limited in words. You can search for a word and you don’t find it while in electronic dictionaries words are unlimited.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
C1 - Intricate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

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dictionaries: 3

words: 2

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is quite good. Working on consistency and tackling difficult sounds may enhance clarity.

Task Response

The answer is well-structured and provides a clear preference with supporting reasons. It also acknowledges a limitation of paper dictionaries while maintaining a positive stance. To further enhance the response, you could provide a specific example of when the texture or smell of paper dictionaries was particularly enjoyable or memorable.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is generally fluent and coherent. The ideas are presented logically, and cohesive devices like 'so' and 'while' are used appropriately. However, there's a slight pause before 'Just the only issue,' which affects the overall fluency. To improve, practice speaking more smoothly and avoid unnecessary pauses.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate and relevant to the topic. Words like 'texture,' 'smell,' 'traditional,' 'technological progress,' and 'limited' are used appropriately. However, the range could be broader. Try to incorporate more sophisticated vocabulary related to dictionaries and technology to enhance the lexical resource.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammar is mostly accurate with a good range of structures, including present perfect ('I have always used'), simple present ('I prefer'), and complex sentences ('while in electronic dictionaries words are unlimited'). There are minor errors like the slightly awkward phrasing 'Just the only issue,' which could be improved to 'The only issue.' Overall, the grammatical accuracy is strong.

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