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Band 6+: The charts below give information about children under 18 learning musical instruments in one region of the UK in 1996 and 2016. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image shows two pie charts and a bar chart. The 1996 pie chart indicates 44% of children were learning musical instruments, while 56% were not. The 2016 pie chart shows 30% were learning instruments, 70% were not. The bar chart details instrument choices in 1996 and 2016: accordion (1996: ~1%, 2016: ~5%), violin (1996: ~10%, 2016: ~16%), electric guitar (1996: ~4%, 2016: ~12%), piano (1996: ~8%, 2016: ~9%), keyboard (1996: ~12%, 2016: ~6%), more than 1 instrument (1996: ~1%, 2016: ~4%), other (1996: ~4%, 2016: ~3%).

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The pie chart compare the proportion of children below 18 who learnt a musical instrument in one region of the UK between 1996 and 2016, while the accompanying bar chart illustrates their choices of musical instruments within the same period.

Overall, it is clear that a significantly larger proportion of children were learning musical instrument in 2016 compared to1996. The piano remained the most popular instrument throughout the period, while the popularity of most other instruments also increased.

In 1996, 44% of children were learning to play a musical instrument, while the remaing 56% were not. By 2016, this figure had risen dramatically to 76%, indicating a substantial growth in musical participation among young people. Regarding the choice of instrument, the piano was the most commonly played in both years; with 30% of learners in 1996 and just under 30% in 2016. The keyboard ranked second in 1996, played by about 22% of learners, but its popularity significantly increased by 2016.

On the other hand, acoustic guitar had experienced the lowest statistics, also declines significantly by approximately 4%, from 6% to 2%. Moreover, young people who played more than 1 instrument had remained relatively stable in both years. The data show a slight increase in electric guitar, while the opposite trend was observed in violin. In addition, the category ,,other,, also accounted for the lowest share of musical learners.

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musical: 6

instrument: 6

while: 4

children: 3

significantly: 3

other: 3

played: 3

learners: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task but contains some inaccuracies and misinterpretations of the data. The structure is generally clear, but the analysis lacks depth and precision. To improve, focus on accurately representing the data, avoiding exaggerations, and ensuring that comparisons are precise and supported by the figures. Also, pay attention to the correct use of vocabulary related to proportions and trends.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report demonstrates a reasonable level of coherence and cohesion, but there are areas where improvements can be made. The introduction and overview provide a clear initial understanding of the data. However, the organization of details within the body paragraphs could be more logical. Transitions between sentences and ideas are not always smooth, leading to some choppiness. For instance, the shift from piano popularity to keyboard popularity in the third paragraph could be better connected. Similarly, the transition to acoustic guitar in the fourth paragraph feels abrupt. Consider using more cohesive devices (e.g., conjunctions, pronouns, synonyms) to link ideas and improve the flow of the report. Paragraphing is generally adequate, but ensure each paragraph focuses on a distinct aspect of the data to enhance clarity.

Lexical Resource

The report uses a satisfactory range of vocabulary, but there's room for more precise and sophisticated word choices. While the vocabulary is generally appropriate, some terms are used repetitively (e.g., 'popularity,' 'increased'). Try to incorporate synonyms and more varied language to describe trends and comparisons. For example, instead of repeatedly stating that something 'increased,' you could use words like 'grew,' 'rose,' or 'expanded.' Additionally, ensure that collocations are natural and accurate. Expanding your lexical repertoire will enhance the overall quality of the report.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains several grammatical errors and inaccuracies that affect clarity. Subject-verb agreement errors are present (e.g., "the pie chart compare"). There are also issues with verb tense consistency and the correct use of articles. Sentence structure is generally simple, but there are instances where more complex structures could be used to express relationships between data points more effectively. Punctuation errors, such as missing commas or incorrect use of quotation marks, are also present. To improve, carefully proofread the report for grammatical errors and consider using a grammar checker or seeking feedback from a language tutor. Focus on mastering basic grammatical rules and gradually incorporating more complex sentence structures.

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