Band 5+: How has technology changed the way people communicate?

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

The answer addresses the question and provides relevant points regarding the shift to digital platforms and the potential loss of face-to-face social skills. However, to achieve a higher score, the response needs more depth and development. Instead of focusing on personal observations (e.g., 'chat with friends'), try to discuss the phenomenon in broader societal terms, such as the impact on global connectivity or the changing nature of professional interactions. Additionally, expanding on the 'why' and 'how' - for example, by explaining how instant messaging has replaced traditional mail or how video calls bridge geographical gaps - would provide the complexity required for a higher band score.

The answer is direct and answers the question, but it lacks the development required for a Part 3 response. In Part 3, you are expected to expand on your ideas using extended discourse. The response is quite brief and uses very basic cohesive devices (like 'because' and 'but'). To improve, try using more sophisticated linking words such as 'consequently,' 'furthermore,' or 'on the other hand,' and aim to provide specific examples to support your claims.

The vocabulary used is very basic and repetitive (e.g., using 'difficult' twice in one sentence). To reach higher bands, you need to use more precise and less common lexical items. Instead of saying 'it makes things more difficult,' you could say 'it complicates interpersonal interactions' or 'it leads to information overload.' Instead of 'talk face to face,' you could use 'in-person communication' or 'non-verbal cues.'

The grammar is mostly accurate for simple sentences, but there is a lack of complexity. The response relies almost entirely on simple sentence structures. To achieve a higher score, you should attempt to use complex structures, such as conditional sentences (e.g., 'If technology had not evolved, we would still...'), relative clauses, or passive voice. Additionally, ensure subject-verb agreement and pluralization are consistent (e.g., 'use phones' instead of 'use phone').