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Band 7+: Should old buildings be preserved?

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From my point of view, all buildings should be preserved and kept carefully so that the younger generation can go there to learn about the culture and history of their nations. It also acts as a place for tourists from around the world to come and learn about those places.

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From my point of view, all buildings should be preserved and to be kept carefully so that the younger generation can go there to learn about the culture and also the history of their nations. And also, it also acts as a place for tourists from around the world so that they can come and learn about that places.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

learn: 2

about: 2

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Pronunciation

7.5

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Task Response

The answer is quite good and addresses the question directly. Consider exploring the complexities of the issue further by acknowledging potential counterarguments (e.g., cost of preservation, safety concerns, conflicting land use needs) and offering nuanced perspectives. Elaborating on specific examples of cultural or historical significance would strengthen the response.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is coherent and well-organized. The ideas flow logically. Minor repetition ('and also') could be avoided for improved fluency. More sophisticated linking words could enhance the flow.

Lexical Resource

Vocabulary is adequate but not highly sophisticated. Words like 'preserved' and 'carefully' are appropriately used. More precise and varied vocabulary would elevate the response. For example, instead of 'learn about,' consider using more specific verbs like 'explore,' 'discover,' or 'understand.'

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

Grammar is mostly accurate with only minor issues. The sentence 'It also acts as a place for tourists from around the world to come and learn about that places' has a minor grammatical error ('that places' should be 'those places'). More complex grammatical structures would improve the score.

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