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Band 6+: The graph below shows the average class size in six countries and compares it with the world average class size in 2006. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main points and give comparisons where relevant.

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The image shows a bar graph with six different countries including South Korea, Japan, UK, Denmark, Mexico, Iceland, and a category labeled "World average." Each has two bars for "% Primary school (age 5-10)" and "% Lower secondary school (age 13-16)." The percentages approximately are: South Korea (Primary around 34%, Secondary around 32%), Japan (Primary around 28%, Secondary around 24%), UK (Primary around 25%, Secondary around 16%), Denmark (Primary around 24%, Secondary around 16%), Mexico (Primary around 27%, Secondary around 20%), Iceland (Primary around 18%, Secondary around 15%), and World Average (Primary around 16%, Secondary around 12%).

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The graph compares the avarage class size in primary and lower secondary schools, divided into six nations also compares it with the world average in 2006.

Overall, South Korea and Japan had the largest classroom, while iceland had by far the smallest. The world avarage fell roughly in the middle.

In primary education South Korea had the highest figure at around 34 students per class, followed by Japan with approximately 27. The UK, Denmark and Maxico had similar sizes, ranging from 21 to 23 students. Iceland stood out with the smallest primary classes at only 15 students.

Regarding lower secondary school, Maxico recorded the largest class size at 31 students, closely followed by Southe Korea 36 and Japan 31. In contrast the UK and Denmark had smaller classes of around 22 and 19 respectively. Once again Iceland had the smaller classes at just 17 students. The world average was 26 in primary and 24 in lower secondary schools.

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Overall Band Score

6.5

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

Vocabulary Repetition:

primary: 4

students: 4

class: 3

lower: 3

secondary: 3

world: 3

korea: 3

japan: 3

iceland: 3

classes: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by providing an overview and comparing class sizes across countries. The structure is clear, with a general trend statement followed by detailed paragraphs for primary and secondary schools. However, there are some inaccuracies in the data (e.g., Mexico's secondary class size is stated as 31, but the visual description suggests around 20; South Korea's secondary figure is given as 36, but the description indicates around 32). Additionally, there are minor spelling errors (e.g., 'avarage', 'iceland', 'Maxico', 'Southe Korea'). To improve, ensure data accuracy and proofread for spelling mistakes. The report could also benefit from more precise comparisons, such as explicitly noting how each country relates to the world average.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is generally well-organized with a clear overall statement and a logical progression from primary to secondary school data. However, there are minor lapses in cohesion, such as the abrupt transition between the two educational levels and some unclear comparisons. To improve, ensure that each paragraph flows smoothly into the next and that comparisons are explicitly linked. For example, use cohesive devices like 'Similarly' or 'In contrast' more consistently.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate but lacks the range and sophistication expected for a higher score. Words like 'largest classroom' and 'smaller classes' are repetitive, and there are some inaccuracies (e.g., 'Maxico' instead of 'Mexico'). To improve, use more varied and precise terms such as 'highest student-to-teacher ratio' or 'the most modest class sizes.' Also, ensure correct spelling of country names.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains several grammatical errors and awkward phrasings, such as 'divided into six nations also compares' and 'Southe Korea 36.' Punctuation is inconsistent, and some sentences are run-on. To improve, focus on sentence structure variety and accuracy. For example, use relative clauses or participial phrases to combine ideas more smoothly, and proofread for subject-verb agreement and spelling errors.

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