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Band 4+: You are organizing a weekend getaway for your family and want to invite your parents to join. Write a letter to your parents inviting them to the getaway. You should include details about: - the destination and why you chose it - the planned activities and accommodation details - how to get there and what they should pack.

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Hello!

I invite you to the trip and I hope you be able to come there. I’m planning to go to the countryside for few days, because it’s a calm, peaceful and beautiful place.

The trip will be at first of May and we will go at 2 p.m.

I have been thinking and planning what we can do there, where to go, and I have ideas, for instance, go to the lake: swim, fry kebabs, play volleyball. Also go to the forest and take some photos there. I would like to know if you like that ideas, or if not, I could propose me something. I cannot wait for that and happy to spend that time with you!

Yours faithfully,

Mary.

Word Count: 122

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Overall Band Score

4.5

(+/- 0.5)

Vocabulary Complexity:
A1 - Beginner
Aim to use more advanced language.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

there: 3

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Task Response

The letter addresses the task but lacks sufficient detail. The location is only generally described as 'the countryside,' and travel arrangements are vague. While some activities are mentioned, there's no information about what they should pack. To improve, provide specific details about the location, travel, and packing. The letter falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter's organization is somewhat unclear, and the flow of ideas could be improved. Consider using more explicit transitions between ideas to guide the reader. For example, when transitioning from the location details to the trip dates, a phrase like 'Regarding the trip details' would help. Also, grouping related information together, such as all travel details in one paragraph, would enhance coherence.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is simple and generally appropriate, but lacks variety and sophistication. To improve, try incorporating more descriptive words and phrases related to the countryside and planned activities. For example, instead of just saying 'beautiful place,' you could describe specific aspects of its beauty, such as 'rolling hills' or 'picturesque landscapes.' Also, vary your vocabulary to avoid repetition of words like 'go' and 'take.' Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter contains several grammatical errors that affect clarity. There are issues with verb tense consistency (e.g., mixing present and future tenses), incorrect preposition usage (e.g., 'at first of May'), and sentence structure problems (e.g., run-on sentences). To improve, focus on using a wider range of sentence structures and ensuring correct tense usage. Proofreading carefully for errors in grammar and punctuation is also essential.

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