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Band 7+: do you think that people are more likely to buy expensive items for their friends or for themselves?

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It depends on various factors, including the social and economic circumstances of the individual. But broadly speaking, most people will buy expensive items if they can afford them. They will buy luxury items for friends on their wedding day or when they expect something in return.

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It depends on my factors including the social and economic circumstances of the individual but broadly speaking. Most people will buy expensive items if they can afford them. But they will buy luxury items for friends on their wedding day or when they expect something in return.

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Task Response

The answer is acceptable, but it could be improved by providing more detailed explanations and examples to support the claims. Consider exploring different motivations for purchasing expensive items, such as showing appreciation or strengthening relationships. A more in-depth analysis of the factors influencing purchasing decisions would enhance the response.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is coherent and mostly fluent. There is a slight stumble at the beginning ('It depends on my factors...'), which could be improved with a smoother transition. The phrasing 'when they expect something in return' could be more sophisticated.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate and mostly precise. Words like 'luxury items' are used appropriately. More sophisticated vocabulary could be used to express the idea of reciprocity, rather than 'expect something in return'.

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The grammar is largely accurate and the range of structures is good. The sentence 'Most people will buy expensive items if they can afford them' is grammatically sound and well-structured. Minor improvements could be made to the phrasing for greater precision and sophistication.

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