Band 5+: why can it be expensive to visit cities on holiday

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

The answer addresses the core of the question by identifying the role of businesses and service providers in increasing prices during peak seasons. However, the response begins with unnecessary filler phrases ('It's the holiday season, which is a normal thing, and it is a good question to ask') that do not contribute to the content. To improve, focus on expanding the explanation of 'why' these price hikes occur - for example, by mentioning the increased demand and supply dynamics. Additionally, try to avoid repetitive phrasing regarding 'companies and businesses' and instead use more varied vocabulary such as 'hospitality industry,' 'service providers,' or 'vendors.' Aim to move away from conversational fillers and move directly into a structured, analytical explanation.

The speaker demonstrates a tendency to use filler phrases and repetitive structures (e.g., 'it's a normal thing', 'it is a good question to ask'). While the answer is relevant, the coherence is weakened by a lack of sophisticated cohesive devices. The speaker relies heavily on 'and' and 'so'. To improve, avoid commenting on the question itself (e.g., 'it is a good question to ask') and instead use direct discourse markers like 'Primarily,' 'Furthermore,' or 'In contrast' to guide the listener through your logic.

The vocabulary used is functional but very basic (e.g., 'good', 'normal', 'double amount of money', 'work smart'). To reach a higher band, you need to use more precise, topic-specific vocabulary related to economics and tourism. Instead of 'increase their prices,' you could use 'surge pricing' or 'inflated costs.' Instead of 'get a double amount of money,' you could say 'maximize their profit margins' or 'capitalize on high demand.'

The grammar is mostly simple and repetitive. There are several instances of awkward phrasing, such as 'they get they can get a double Amount of money they usually do.' While the meaning is clear, the structures lack the complexity required for higher bands. Work on using conditional sentences more accurately (e.g., 'If businesses were to maintain standard rates, tourism would be more affordable') and using relative clauses to combine ideas more smoothly.