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Band 7+: Do you sometimes find computers or tablets difficult to use?

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Not at all, I'm pretty comfortable using a computer. I've been using one since I was knee-high to a grasshopper, so it feels second nature to me now. Every now and then, of course, I run into a glitch or something I'm not familiar with. Usually, I figure it out after poking at it a bit.

Actual audio transcript (What native speakers are likely to hear):

Not at all, I’m pretty comfortable using a computer. I’ve been using one since I was knee-high to a grasshopper. So it feels second nature to me now. Every now and then, of course, I run into glitch and something I’m not familiar with. At a time, I usually figure it out after poking it out a bit.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is very good. Aim to refine subtleties and intonation to further improve.

Task Response

The response is natural and directly addresses the question. Consider expanding on the types of glitches or unfamiliar situations you encounter and how you resolve them to further demonstrate your experience and problem-solving skills.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is fluent and coherent. Minor repetition of 'I' and a slight stumble in the phrasing of how the speaker solves unfamiliar computer issues. Consider varying sentence structure and using more sophisticated connectors to enhance fluency.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate and appropriate for the topic. The idiom "knee-high to a grasshopper" is well-used. However, more precise and sophisticated vocabulary could be incorporated to demonstrate a wider range. For example, instead of 'poking it out,' consider using a more precise term like 'troubleshooting' or 'experimenting with different solutions'.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Grammar is mostly accurate, with a few minor slips. The phrase 'run into glitch' should be 'run into a glitch'. The sentence 'At a time, I usually figure it out after poking it out a bit' is grammatically incorrect and could be improved for clarity and precision. While the overall message is clear, focusing on more complex grammatical structures would improve the score.

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