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Band 5+: WRITING TASK 1 UNIT 7 Write a report for the following chart. You should spend at least 20 minutes on this chart. The bar chart shows the divorce rates in three European cites from 2013 to 2017. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

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The image shows divorce rates for London, Paris, and Istanbul from 2013 to 2017: in 2013, London at 20%, Paris at 25%, Istanbul at 35%; in 2014, London at 27%, Paris at 22%, Istanbul at 36%; in 2015, London at 30%, Paris at 21%, Istanbul at 30%; in 2016, London at 26%, Paris at 24%, Istanbul at 33%; in 2017, London at 28%, Paris at 10%, Istanbul at 30%.

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The given bar chart depicted the divorce rate in three European cities between 2013 and 2017.

Overall, the divorce rate in London gradually increased, while the divorce rate in Paris and Istanbul decreased slowly.

Moving to details, there was a moderate rose in London from 2013, which almost a little over 15 percent to 2017, which about just over 25 percent and London ranks second from 2015 to 2017. The divorce rate of London was the almost same with Paris in 2014. Otherwise, in 2017, London ranks last.

Meanwhile, there was a slow droped in Paris from 20 percent to a little under 10 percent during 5 years period. However, in 2016, the divorce rate grew to 23 percent. Similarly, Istanbul slightly fell by almost 6 percent between 2014 and 2017 and Istanbul ranks first always. The rate of Istanbul in 2017 was as high as the rate of London.

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

london: 6

percent: 6

divorce: 5

istanbul: 4

paris: 3

almost: 3

ranks: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task and provides an overview, but it contains several inaccuracies and omissions. The data for London is incorrectly described (e.g., starting at 'a little over 15 percent' instead of 20%, and ending at 'just over 25 percent' instead of 28%). The trend for Paris is described as a 'slow drop' from 20% to under 10%, but the actual figures are 25% to 10%, and the 2016 increase is noted but not accurately (23% vs 24%). The statement that Istanbul 'ranks first always' is incorrect as it ties with London in 2017. Additionally, some phrases are unclear or grammatically awkward (e.g., 'moderate rose', 'slow droped'). To improve, ensure accurate data representation and clearer expression.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report has a clear overall structure with an introduction, an overview, and detailed paragraphs. However, the flow is sometimes disrupted by awkward phrasing and unclear references (e.g., 'which almost a little over 15 percent' and 'which about just over 25 percent'). The use of cohesive devices is limited and sometimes inaccurate (e.g., 'Otherwise' is used incorrectly). The paragraphing is acceptable but could be more skillfully managed to improve readability.

Lexical Resource

The report uses some appropriate vocabulary for describing trends (e.g., 'gradually increased', 'decreased slowly', 'moderate rose', 'slow droped'). However, there are several lexical errors and awkward collocations (e.g., 'moderate rose' should be 'moderate rise', 'slow droped' should be 'slow drop', 'ranks second' and 'ranks last' are used inconsistently). The range of vocabulary is limited, and there is repetition of certain phrases. To improve, use a wider variety of precise terms and ensure correct word forms. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains numerous grammatical errors and punctuation issues that affect clarity. Examples include 'there was a moderate rose' (should be 'rise'), 'which almost a little over 15 percent' (missing verb), 'there was a slow droped' (should be 'drop'), and 'during 5 years period' (should be 'during the 5-year period'). The sentence structures are often incomplete or awkward, and there is limited use of complex structures. To improve, focus on using a wider range of sentence structures with accurate grammar and punctuation.

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