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Band 5+: What do you think of people using their mobile phones during a meal?

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I can only think of bad things about this problem, especially since it is increasing day by day for several reasons. Firstly, we cannot be an obstacle for people who use their phones during a meal, which is really a bad thing. Moreover, I would say that people who use their mobile phones during a meal don't have any feelings for their family members at that moment. For that reason, they can just take their kind gestures from their phones, even while eating something like an apple, a meal, or dinner. I think it's really a bad thing.

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I could think just bad things about this problem, especially this problem is increasing day to day because of several reasons. Firstly, we cannot be obstacle for the people who use their phone during a meal, which is the really bad thing. Moreover, I would say that the people who use their phone for mobile phones during a meal, I think they don’t have any feelings for saying to their family members in every time. For that reason, they can just take their kindness things from their phone, even they are eating something like it may be apple, it may be meal, it may be dinner. I think it’s really bad thing.

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Overall Band Score

5.5

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

their: 5

phones: 3

meal: 3

that: 3

think: 2

people: 2

during: 2

really: 2

thing: 2

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Pronunciation

6.5

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Task Response

The answer is somewhat repetitive and focuses excessively on the negative aspects. Consider exploring a more balanced perspective, acknowledging different viewpoints and providing a more nuanced discussion. Try to use more varied vocabulary and sentence structures to improve fluency and coherence.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is somewhat coherent, but the fluency is hampered by repetition and some unclear phrasing. The structure could be improved by using clearer topic sentences and transitions between ideas. Try to avoid unnecessary repetition of words and phrases like "really bad thing." Practice speaking more smoothly and naturally.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate but lacks precision and range. While the speaker conveys the main idea, more sophisticated vocabulary could enhance the response. Consider using synonyms for "bad thing" and more descriptive language to paint a clearer picture. For example, instead of 'kind gestures,' you could use 'emotional connection' or 'meaningful interaction'.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

There are several grammatical errors, including incorrect word order, article usage, and tense consistency. The sentence structure is often awkward. Focus on improving grammatical accuracy and sentence structure. Practice using a wider range of grammatical structures, such as complex sentences and passive voice, to demonstrate greater grammatical control.

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