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Band 7+: An English-speaking friend wants to spend a two-week holiday in your region and has written asking for information and advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter offer to find somewhere for your friend to stay give advice about what to do and see in your area give information about what clothes to bring

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Dear David,

I am so happy to hear from you! First of all, I know of a couple of local resorts that let you appreciate the local texture of the city to the fullest. They’re all located inside the historic parts of the town and you can easily visit all the historic buildings on foot.

Aside from the historical texture of the city, what you should consider visiting is the waterfall to the north of the city. You can book tours to the area from your hostel or from any of the tourism stands all over the town. It’s a one-day tour and I think you would really like the forests surrounding the area.

The weather is quite moderate in the season that you’re planning to visit here so bringing only a couple of light jackets would be enough for your whole trip.

I’m excited to meet you soon! and also don’t hesitate to contact me if you need any more information.

Best regards,

Amin

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
Using more sophisticated words could be beneficial.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

The letter partially addresses the task by offering to find somewhere for the friend to stay and giving advice about what to do and see in the area. However, there is a lack of information about what clothes to bring, which is a key part of the task. It would have been better to provide specific details about accommodation options and more comprehensive advice on activities and attractions in the region.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally coherent and cohesive, with ideas presented in a logical order. However, there are some minor lapses in coherence, such as the abrupt transition between discussing the local resorts and the waterfall. Additionally, the paragraphing could be improved for better organization and clarity.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is fairly varied and generally appropriate. However, there are some inaccuracies and awkward phrasings that affect the overall lexical resource. Consider using more precise and natural language to enhance the lexical quality of the letter.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

There is a good range of grammatical structures used throughout the letter, demonstrating some flexibility and control. However, there are several grammatical errors and punctuation issues that affect the overall accuracy. It would be beneficial to review and revise the letter for improved grammatical precision.

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