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Band 6+: Do you think animals should be kept in zoos?

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I do not think that animals, especially wild animals, should be kept in zoos. Just for the pleasure of having a day's tour for students or people who like watching animals, I think it is not right for them to be locked up all their lives. So, definitely, I do not think that animals should be kept in zoos.

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I do not think that animals, especially wild animals, should be kept in the jungle. Just for seeking pleasure and having a day’s tour for students or people who like watching animals, I think it is not right for them to be locked up all their lives. So, definitely I do not think that animals should be kept in the zoo.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

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think: 3

should: 2

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Pronunciation

6.5

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Task Response

The answer is somewhat brief and could benefit from further elaboration. Consider exploring the complexities of the issue, such as the role of zoos in conservation efforts or the ethical considerations of animal welfare versus educational opportunities. Expanding on the reasons for your opinion would strengthen your response.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is coherent and easy to follow. There is a slight repetition at the end, but overall the ideas flow well. Minor improvements in fluency could be achieved by pausing slightly more between sentences for better pacing and emphasis.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate but not particularly sophisticated. Words like "locked up" are a bit simplistic. Using more precise language, such as 'confined' or 'in captivity,' would enhance the lexical range. More varied vocabulary would improve the score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Grammar is mostly accurate with only minor slips. The sentence structure is relatively simple. While grammatically correct, the answer could benefit from more complex sentence structures to demonstrate a wider grammatical range. For example, using subordinate clauses would improve the score.

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