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The image features a data table displaying percentages across four categories for "1990 (%)" and "2010 (%)", each subdivided into "Urban" and "Rural". For "Reading", values are: 1990 Urban = 61, 1990 Rural = 71, 2010 Urban = 78, and 2010 Rural = 78. For "Animated plays", values are: 1990 Urban = 10, 1990 Rural = 18, 2010 Urban = 10, and 2010 Rural = 14. For "Playing", values are: 1990 Urban = 21, 1990 Rural = 26, 2010 Urban = 14, and 2010 Rural = 26. For "Photography", values are: 1990 Urban = 7, 1990 Rural = 14, 2010 Urban = 17, and 2010 Rural = 24. A footnote at the bottom states: "*Percentages may not add up to 100% due to rounding."

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The table provides information on the percentage of adults from urban and rural areas who engaged in four leisure activities in 1990 and 2010.

Overall, reading was the most popular activity in both years, while animated play and photography sections were the least popular. By 2010, in both urban and rural reading became the most common activity. In contrast playing and animated play had remained the least common among urban adults. It is also clear that photography increased significantly.

In 1990, by far the highest percentages of participation of urban and rural adults was reading with 61% for urban and 71%for rural. In 2010 the proportion of urban adults was equal to that of their rural counterparts.

Regarding playing, 21% of urban adults participated in 1990, compared with 26% of rural adults. By 2010, the urban figure decreased by half to 14%, whereas the rural percentage stayed unchanged at 26%. Finally, photography rose considerably in both areas, from 7% to 17% among urban adults and from 14% to 24% among rural adults.

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urban: 9

adults: 8

rural: 8

reading: 3

photography: 3

among: 3

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Task Response

The report effectively addresses the task by presenting the main trends and comparing the data across the four activities and two areas. The overall structure is clear, with an introduction, an overview, and detailed paragraphs. However, there are a few omissions and minor inaccuracies: the data for 'Animated plays' is not described in detail, and the statement that 'animated play and photography sections were the least popular' is slightly misleading because photography was not the least popular in 2010. Additionally, the phrase 'playing and animated play had remained the least common among urban adults' is not fully accurate, as animated plays remained at 10% but playing decreased. To improve, ensure all categories are covered and that the overview accurately reflects the data. Overall, the response is well-organized and meets the task requirements.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report is well-organized and easy to follow. The introduction paraphrases the task, the overview highlights key trends, and the body paragraphs provide specific data. However, the overview could be more concise and avoid repeating details that are later described. For example, the statement 'By 2010, in both urban and rural reading became the most common activity' is somewhat redundant with the first sentence. Also, the paragraphing is adequate but could be improved by separating the discussion of each activity more clearly. Overall, the message is clear and cohesive, with only minor lapses.

Lexical Resource

The report uses a good range of vocabulary appropriate for the task, such as 'engaged in', 'counterparts', 'remained unchanged', and 'rose considerably'. There is some repetition of 'urban' and 'rural', but this is acceptable given the data. The phrasing is generally natural and accurate. To achieve a higher score, you could vary the language more, for example by using synonyms like 'city dwellers' and 'countryside residents' or using more sophisticated expressions like 'witnessed a significant increase' instead of 'rose considerably'. Overall, the lexical resource is strong and effective. Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report demonstrates a wide range of grammatical structures used accurately and flexibly. Sentences are varied in length and complexity, and punctuation is correct throughout. There are no noticeable grammar errors. The use of comparative structures (e.g., 'compared with', 'whereas') and passive voice (e.g., 'was equal to') is appropriate and controlled. This is a very strong performance in terms of grammar.

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