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Band 6+: Have you ever made a cake yourself?

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I've tried baking cakes a few times. I like to make special cakes for my friends and family on occasions. But I wouldn't say I'm a talented baker, as most of my cakes haven't been very successful. So far, so good, though!

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I. I have had a crack of baking cakes for a few times. Well, I’m quite fancy. Ah. Uh, meat cakes for my friends and my family on some special occasions. But I don’t think I have talent on this field, since most of them are not really well tested. So far, so good.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
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Vocabulary Repetition:

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Pronunciation

6.5

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Task Response

The student provides a clear and relevant answer to the question, demonstrating understanding of the topic. They mention their experience with baking cakes and provide context by mentioning the occasions and recipients. However, the answer could be more detailed by elaborating on the types of cakes they have made or the challenges they have faced in baking.

Fluency & Coherence

The student speaks with some fluency, but there are a few hesitations and repetitions, particularly at the beginning of the answer. The answer is generally coherent, but the use of the phrase "So far, so good" at the end feels a bit abrupt and doesn't quite flow with the rest of the answer.

Lexical Resource

The student uses a range of vocabulary, including "crack of baking," "fancy," "special occasions," and "talent." However, some of the vocabulary choices are not particularly precise or sophisticated, such as "meat cakes" and "not really well tested." The student could use more specific and descriptive vocabulary to enhance their answer.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The student demonstrates a good grasp of grammar, but there are a few minor errors. For example, the phrase "I have had a crack of baking cakes" is grammatically incorrect. The student also uses the phrase "So far, so good" which is a bit informal for this context. Overall, the student's grammar is generally accurate, but they could benefit from paying more attention to detail and using more formal language.

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