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

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In the past, people communicated with each other by writing letters, so it took a long time to wait for the message. Nowadays, we have various types of technologies such as laptops, smartphones, computers, and something like that, which can help people keep in touch in different places of the country and different places of the world. We also have in these technologies some apps like social media where people can share their messages, search for information, and also we have video calls, and we can call our families, our friends, and something like that.

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

In the past people communicate with each other by writing later, so it takes too long time to wait the message and I guess nowadays we have various type of technologies such as laptops, smartphones, computers and something like that which can help people keeping touch in different places of country and different places of world and we also have in this technologies some apps like social media where people can share their messages, searching some information and just also we have like video calls and we can call our families, our friends and something like that.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
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Vocabulary Repetition:

people: 3

have: 3

like: 3

technologies: 2

something: 2

different: 2

places: 2

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is above average. However, you may find complexity in certain words challenging. Regular practice should aid in improvement.

Task Response

The answer stays on topic and directly addresses the question about how technology has changed communication. It provides a clear contrast between past and present methods, and mentions specific technologies and applications. However, the response could be more fully developed by discussing broader societal impacts, such as the speed, reach, and nature of communication, and by avoiding personal references. Additionally, the phrasing could be more concise and precise, with less reliance on vague expressions like 'and something like that.'

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is generally coherent, with a clear comparison between past and present. However, there are noticeable issues with fluency, including frequent hesitations ('I guess', 'and something like that') and a lack of smooth transitions. The response is somewhat repetitive and could be better organized with clearer topic sentences and cohesive devices. To improve, practice structuring your answer with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion, and use linking words like 'for instance', 'moreover', and 'in contrast' to enhance coherence.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate for the topic but lacks precision and variety. Phrases like 'various type of technologies' and 'something like that' are vague and overused. You could improve by using more specific and varied vocabulary, such as 'digital platforms', 'instant messaging', 'real-time communication', and 'global connectivity'. Also, avoid informal fillers like 'something like that' in an academic speaking context.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammar is mostly accurate but limited in range. There are errors such as 'people communicate' (should be 'communicated' for past tense), 'writing later' (should be 'writing letters'), and 'keeping touch' (should be 'keep in touch'). The response relies heavily on simple sentence structures. To improve, practice using a variety of complex structures, such as relative clauses, conditionals, and passive voice, and ensure subject-verb agreement and correct tense usage throughout.

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