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Band 9: You are planning a surprise birthday party for a friend who is moving to a new city soon. Write a letter to your friend's neighbour asking for help in organizing the party. You should include details about: - why you are planning a surprise party - what kind of help you need from the neighbour - when and where the party will be held.

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Dear Alex,

I hope this letter finds you well. As we approach Sarah’s birthday on the 15th, I’ve been brainstorming ways to make it unforgettable, and I immediately thought of you as the perfect partner in crime. You know how much she loves surprises, and I want to pull off something truly special – a themed garden party at my place that captures her adventurous spirit with fairy lights, live music, and all her favorite treats.

The plan is to host it in the evening, starting at 7 PM, right after she finishes work. We’ll lure her there under the pretense of a casual dinner, then shout “Surprise!” as guests arrive. I’ve already booked a small band and rented some decorations, but I can’t do this alone. Your creativity and reliability would make all the difference.

Specifically, could you take charge of the decorations? You’re a wizard with streamers, balloons, and those DIY centerpieces – maybe incorporate some travel motifs since Sarah adores exploring. I’d also love your help with baking her signature chocolate lava cakes; we could whip them up together to ensure they’re perfect. Finally, if you’re up for it, sending out the digital invitations via our group chat would be a huge help – keep the guest list to about 20 close friends to maintain the intimacy.

To finalize everything, how about we meet up this Saturday at the cozy café on Elm Street around noon? We can grab coffee, sketch out the timeline, and divide tasks properly. Your input will make this party shine, and I know Sarah will be over the moon.

Looking forward to your thoughts – let’s make her day magical!

Warm regards,

Jordan

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Overall Band Score

9

(+/- 0.5)

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

9

The letter comprehensively addresses all aspects of the task with clarity and enthusiasm. The plan for the surprise party is well-explained, specific tasks are delegated effectively, and a clear suggestion for a follow-up meeting is provided. The tone is appropriately friendly and persuasive, making it a highly effective response.

Coherence & Cohesion

9

The letter exhibits excellent coherence and cohesion. The message is easily followed, with seamless transitions between ideas. Paragraphing is skillfully managed, contributing to the overall clarity and flow of the letter.

Lexical Resource

9

The letter demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary used accurately and appropriately. There is a natural and sophisticated control of lexical features, enhancing the overall quality of the writing.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

9

The letter showcases a wide range of grammatical structures used with full flexibility and control. Punctuation and grammar are used appropriately throughout, contributing to the letter's clarity and effectiveness.

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