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Band 7+: Write a letter to your neighbor, requesting that something be done about the dog. Include in your letter: - Your reason for writing - What you would like to happen - A nice, respectful style

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Dear Alice,

I hope you are doing well. I am writing to bring to your kind attention about an issue regarding your dog, as its frequent barking has been affecting our daily life.

Over the past few weeks, your dog has been barking loudly, especially during the late evening and early morning. As the noise continues for long periods, which cause a disturbance to my family members. I understand that pets can sometimes behave unpredictably, and I truly appreciate the care you provide to your dog.

I would kindly request you to look into this matter and consider taking any necessary steps in order to reduce the noise, particularly during night. I think additional training or keeping the dog indoor during these hours could resolve the situation.

I hope you would understand my concern, and could solve this issue at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Hoping for the positive response from your side.

Yours sincerely,

Alina.

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B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Task Response

The letter appropriately addresses all requirements of the task, including the reason for writing, the desired action, and maintaining a respectful tone. The content is relevant and sufficiently detailed. To further enhance the response, consider adding more specific details about the impact of the barking on your family's daily life to strengthen your argument. Also, while the tone is generally respectful, ensure each suggestion is phrased as a possibility rather than a direct instruction to maintain a softer approach.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally well-organized and easy to follow. The purpose of the letter is clear from the beginning, and the progression of ideas is logical. However, the transition between the explanation of the problem and the suggested solutions could be smoother. Consider using more explicit transition phrases to guide the reader. For example, you could add a sentence like, "To address this issue, I was hoping..." before suggesting solutions.

Lexical Resource

The letter demonstrates a good range of vocabulary, appropriate for the task. Words and phrases like "frequent barking," "affecting our daily life," "behave unpredictably," and "at your earliest convenience" are well-chosen. To further enhance the lexical resource, consider using synonyms or more varied phrasing in certain areas. For example, instead of repeating "noise," you could use "disturbance" or "commotion."

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a good command of grammar with only minor errors. The sentence structure is varied, and complex sentences are used effectively. Pay attention to subject-verb agreement and article usage. For example, "Hoping for the positive response from your side" could be improved to "I am hoping for a positive response from you" for better clarity and grammatical correctness.

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