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Band 8+: The map below shows the changes that occurred on a tropical island between 2006 and 2021. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

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The image features two comparison maps of an island labeled "2006" and "2021". In the 2006 map, the island includes 1 building labeled "Hotel" at the northern edge, 1 wooden pier extending northeast into the water, 1 cruise ship in the water northeast of the island, 1 building labeled "Shop" on the eastern side, 3 structures labeled "Bungalows" in the southwest corner, and 14 palm trees dispersed across the center. In the 2021 map, the northern section contains the original "Hotel", 2 wooden piers extending northeast, and 3 cruise ships in the water; a paved curved road runs through the center connecting towards 3 buildings labeled "Shops" in the east; the western side features a second, larger multi-story complex labeled "Hotel"; the southeast features 6 structures labeled "Bungalows"; and 4 palm trees are visible in the northern interior.

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The map illustrates the significant changes that took place on a tourist resort island from 2006 to 2021. In general, a great deal of development occurred on the island during this time period. In 2006 the island was largely undeveloped but by 2021, most of the space was occupied.

In 2007 the majority of the island’s territory was undeveloped and covered with forest. In the southwest of the island there were a few bungalows, and in the northeast there was a hotel and shop adjacent to a single pier. The entire northwest and southeast sections of the island were undisturbed and trees grew across the middle too.

By 2021 the island had changed considerably. The bungalows in the southwest had been replaced by a new large hotel. The old hotel in the northeast remained, but the number of shops had increased from 1 to 4. In the southeastern corner of the island there were several bungalows, while the forest covering the middle of the island had been cut down to make way for a road connecting the new hotel to the northeastern piers. Furthermore, instead of only one pier, there were now 2

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

island: 8

there: 4

hotel: 4

bungalows: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by describing the main changes on the island between 2006 and 2021, and it makes relevant comparisons. The overall structure is clear, with a general overview followed by specific details. However, there are a few inaccuracies and omissions: the report mentions '2007' instead of '2006', states that the number of shops increased from 1 to 4 (the visual description indicates 3 shops in 2021), and omits the presence of cruise ships in both years. Additionally, the report does not mention the reduction in palm trees. To improve, ensure all dates and numbers are accurate, and include all key features such as the cruise ships and the decrease in vegetation. The report is well-organized and uses appropriate language, but these minor lapses prevent it from achieving a higher score.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is well-organized and easy to follow, with a clear overall structure: an introduction, an overview, and two body paragraphs describing the changes. The use of cohesive devices (e.g., 'In general', 'In 2006', 'By 2021', 'Furthermore') is effective and rarely draws attention. However, there is a minor inconsistency: the first body paragraph begins with 'In 2007' instead of 'In 2006', which could momentarily confuse the reader. Additionally, the final sentence is cut off ('there were now 2'), which disrupts the flow. To improve, ensure all time references are accurate and complete your sentences to maintain coherence.

Lexical Resource

The report demonstrates a good range of vocabulary with appropriate and precise terms such as 'undeveloped', 'undisturbed', 'considerably', 'cut down to make way for', and 'adjacent to'. The language is natural and shows flexibility in describing changes (e.g., 'had been replaced by', 'had increased from 1 to 4'). There is a minor repetition of 'island' and 'hotel', but this does not detract significantly. To reach a higher band, consider using more varied synonyms (e.g., 'resort', 'facility') and more sophisticated collocations (e.g., 'underwent significant transformation' instead of 'a great deal of development occurred'). Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report uses a wide range of grammatical structures accurately, including passive voice ('had been replaced', 'had been cut down'), comparative forms ('more shops', 'larger hotel'), and complex sentences. Punctuation is generally correct, and there are no significant grammar errors. However, the sentence 'In 2007 the majority of the island's territory was undeveloped and covered with forest' contains a time reference error (should be 2006), and the final sentence is incomplete ('there were now 2'). These minor issues prevent a perfect score. To improve, double-check time references and ensure all sentences are complete.

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