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Band 8+: You are planning a surprise birthday party for a close friend, and you need to ask for help from a local bakery. Write a letter to the bakery: - Explain what kind of cake you want - Specify the date and time you will pick it up - Ask if they can keep it a surprise.

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Good morning! My name is Dasha, and I would like to order a custom biscuit cake from your bakery for a birthday party on November 19th.

The cake should have white vanilla frosting with sprinkles and a strawberry flavor. Additionally, could you please add a cherry on top?

Could you let me know the cost of this cake? If it’s convenient for you, I can pick it up around 1 PM on November 19th.

Also, I would appreciate it if you could keep this a secret. The birthday boy is unaware of the party, and I want to surprise him.

I hope my order is suitable and that you can accept it. Wishing you a wonderful day, and I look forward to your reply!

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Overall Band Score

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
Consider using more varied and advanced words.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

The letter comprehensively addresses all aspects of the task with clarity and precision. The request is well-articulated, and the tone is appropriately polite and friendly. Excellent work! The letter falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is very well-organized and easy to follow. The paragraphing is natural and contributes to the overall clarity of the message. The flow of information is seamless.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate and precise, enhancing the letter's clarity and professionalism. The language is natural and effective for the given task. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates excellent control of grammar and punctuation. The sentences are well-constructed, and there are no noticeable errors.

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