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Band 7+: The diagram below shows how one type of desert, known as a rain-shadow desert, is formed. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image diagrams "The formation of rain-shadow deserts" over a scale of thousands of kilometres, illustrating a 7-step process. Step 1: Winds approach coast from the sea. Step 2: Winds are pushed upwards along the windward side of the mountains. Step 3: Moist air rises and cools. Step 4: Clouds form. Step 5: Rain falls. Step 6: Dry air continues over the mountain onto the leeward side. Step 7: Dry winds reach inland areas, creating a rain-shadow desert.

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The flow chart shows the formation of one type of desert, known as a rain-shadow desert. In general, this intricate procedure can be broken down into two main stages: commencing with winds going upwards and culminating in this type of desert being formed. Notably, it is a natural process that does not require human intervention. Another noteworthy feature has to be the fact that winds cross thousands of kilometers before contributing to the formation of the rain-shadow desert.

The process begins when winds come from a sea to a mountain in a coast, after which they are pushed upwards. It can be noted that, while climbing up, moist air rises and cools, while also passing through the windward side of the mountain, all of which enable clouds to form. Rain falls can be observed afterwards, preceding the further movement of air.

Having gone upwards, dry air continues over the mountain to reach a leeward side. Once this happens, dry winds keep moving downwards, approaching inland areas and thereby allowing for the formation of rain-shadow deserts.

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Overall Band Score

7.5

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

winds: 4

formation: 3

desert: 3

rain-shadow: 3

upwards: 3

mountain: 3

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Task Response

The report provides a clear and logical overview of the process, successfully identifying the main stages and the sequence of events. The description of the windward and leeward sides is accurate and well-integrated into the explanation. To improve, avoid including speculative or irrelevant information that is not explicitly shown in the diagram, such as the comment regarding the lack of human intervention. Focus strictly on the data and mechanics presented in the visual.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is well-organized and follows a logical progression. The use of cohesive devices such as 'In general', 'Notably', 'The process begins when', and 'Once this happens' helps the reader follow the sequence of the diagram effortlessly. The paragraphing is appropriate, separating the introduction/overview from the detailed steps. To reach a higher band, ensure that the transition between the overview and the body paragraphs is even more seamless, perhaps by integrating the overview more tightly with the mechanical steps of the process.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is varied and appropriate for an academic report. Terms like 'intricate procedure', 'culminating', 'human intervention', and 'leeward side' demonstrate a good range of lexical resource. There is a good attempt at using precise verbs to describe movement. To improve, try to avoid slightly repetitive phrasing and ensure that word choices like 'Rain falls can be observed' (which is grammatically awkward) are replaced with more natural collocations such as 'Precipitation occurs' or 'Rainfall is observed'.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a good range of complex structures, including subordinate clauses and participial phrases (e.g., 'commencing with...', 'Having gone upwards...'). However, there are some grammatical inaccuracies that prevent a higher score. For instance, 'Rain falls can be observed' is a grammatical error (it should be 'Rainfall can be observed' or 'Rain falls'); and 'winds come from a sea to a mountain in a coast' is slightly unidiomatic. Focus on the correct use of nouns versus verbs and the appropriate use of articles to improve overall accuracy.

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