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Firstly, I believe that each individual in this world has the right to genetic test whenever they feel like it because they have the right, especially as adults, to know their background and learn more about who they are, their culture, and traditions. Sometimes people don't know their backgrounds, so I believe that this is very important. Second of all, yes, there are many consequences. Some people might believe they are one thing and turn out to be something else, which can create a sense of disbelonging and a lack of understanding of who you actually are because a lot of people have a lot of uncertainty about their identities.

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Firstly, I believe that each individual in this world has the right to actually genetic test whenever they feel like because they have the right, especially as adults, to know their background and learn more about who they are, their culture, traditions, sometimes people don’t know their backgrounds. So I believe that this is very very important. Second of all, yes, there are many consequences. Some people might believe they are something and turn out they are something else which can create a sense of disbelonging and a sense of not knowing who you actually are because of a lot of you have a lot of I don’t know I don’t know what I’m saying.

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Vocabulary Repetition:

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people: 3

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Task Response

The response touches on the topic but lacks depth and specific examples related to long-term societal consequences. The answer focuses more on individual rights and potential identity crises rather than broader societal impacts. To improve, consider discussing potential effects on healthcare systems, social equality, or ethical considerations arising from widespread genetic testing.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer starts reasonably well with a clear opinion and some supporting reasons. However, it becomes less coherent towards the end, with some hesitation and a noticeable loss of direction. The phrase "I don't know what I'm saying" indicates a breakdown in coherence. To improve, try to structure your thoughts more clearly before speaking and use linking phrases to maintain a logical flow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate for discussing the topic, but it lacks precision and variety. The repetition of "something" and the vague "a lot of" weaken the lexical impact. To enhance your lexical resource, try to use more specific and nuanced vocabulary related to genetics, identity, and societal impact. For example, instead of 'something else,' you could say 'a different ethnic heritage' or 'a predisposition to a certain condition.'

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammar is generally accurate, with only minor errors that do not significantly impede understanding. There is a mix of simple and complex sentences. However, the complexity could be increased to demonstrate a wider range of grammatical structures. Focus on using more varied sentence structures and complex grammatical forms to elevate your score.

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