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Band 7+: The chart below shows the percentage ofpopulation in the largest two cities and therest of cities in seven countries in 2017. Summarise the information by selecting andreporting the main features, and makecomparisons where relevant Write at least 150 words.

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The image is a bar chart showing the percentage of people living in 'the largest two cities' and 'the rest cities' for seven countries. The respective data points for these two categories are: Japan (38%, 40%), New Zealand (7%, 9%), China (5%, 35%), USA (8%, 25%), UK (35%, 20%), France (30%, 29%), and Germany (25%, 25%).

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The bar chart illustrates the proportion of population in two categories (the largest two and the other cities) in seven different countries, namely, Japan, New Zealand, China, the USA, the UK, France, Germany in 2017.

Overall, the percentage of population of cities that were not the largest two in Japan, New Zealand, China, and the USA were higher than the largest two cities. In contrast, the number of people in the UK and France were the opposite, while Germany had the same percentage.

Japan represented the largest proportion in both the largest and the rest of the cities, at approximately 37% and 40% respectively. The two sectors in New Zealand had a similar point, standing at above 5%, which was the lowest percentage of all seven cities. In contrast, China and the USA had a similar figure, there was a sharp difference between the proportion of the largest two and the other cities.

Additionally, the population in Germany stood at exactly 25% in both categories. The cities that were largest in UK and France made up 35% and 30% respectively, which was the second and third-largest percentage among all countries. In comparison, those in the rest of the cities in the Uk and France accounted for 20% and nearly 30%, which was lower than that the other category.

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largest: 7

cities: 6

france: 4

proportion: 3

population: 3

other: 3

zealand: 3

china: 3

germany: 3

percentage: 3

which: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by summarizing the main features and making comparisons. The overall structure is clear, with an introduction, an overview, and detailed comparisons. However, there are some inaccuracies in the data (e.g., Japan's largest two cities at 'approximately 37%' instead of 38%) and minor omissions (e.g., not mentioning all specific percentages for some countries). The language is generally appropriate, but there are a few grammatical issues (e.g., 'the number of people in the UK and France were the opposite' should be 'was the opposite'). To improve, ensure data accuracy and refine sentence structures for clarity.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overall structure, including an introduction, an overview paragraph, and detailed comparisons. The message is mostly easy to follow. However, there are minor lapses in cohesion, such as the abrupt transition in the third paragraph ('In contrast, China and the USA had a similar figure, there was a sharp difference...') which could be smoother. Paragraphing is managed adequately, but the final paragraph could be more clearly separated from the previous one to improve flow. To enhance coherence, consider using more varied linking words and ensuring each paragraph has a clear central focus.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate for the task, with some good attempts at paraphrasing (e.g., 'proportion of population', 'accounted for'). There is a reasonable range of words and phrases, such as 'represented the largest proportion', 'stood at', and 'made up'. However, there are a few instances of less natural phrasing (e.g., 'the two sectors in New Zealand had a similar point', 'the cities that were largest in UK and France'). To achieve a higher score, aim for more precise and sophisticated vocabulary, and ensure that all expressions are idiomatic and natural in context.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a good range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and comparative forms. Punctuation is generally correct, and most sentences are error-free. However, there are a few noticeable errors and awkward phrasings, such as 'there was a sharp difference between the proportion of the largest two and the other cities' (missing article) and 'which was lower than that the other category' (incorrect structure). These issues, while not frequent, prevent the report from achieving full flexibility and control. To improve, carefully proofread for grammatical accuracy and ensure that all comparative structures are correctly formed.

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