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Band 5+: You had promised to help a neighbor with a project, but due to unforeseen circumstances, you were unable to assist as agreed. Write a letter to your neighbor. You should include details about: - what you had promised to do - why you could not fulfill your promise - when you will be able to help in the future.

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Hi Haryo,

I remembered that i had promised to you to help prepare thanksgiving party dinner for the next week.

but, unfortunetly in the same day, at 5 AM, i have to go to Semarang because i have to accompany my mom to meet their family, in know maybe you gonna be upset because of this, im so sorry. But i cant to cancelled my mom because she need me to drive her to this city.

However, dont worry, if i go home on time, maybe at 6 PM, i still can help you to prepare the party, but i cant make a promise again with you this time, im afraid you angry because of this situation. Before that, thank you for your attention, dont mad to me please..

Best Regardly

Jasmine

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

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because: 4

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Task Response

The letter addresses all the requirements of the task, explaining the promised help, the reason for not fulfilling it, and a potential future time for assistance. There are some minor grammatical errors and awkward phrasing, but the overall message is clear. To improve, focus on using more natural and varied language and proofread carefully for errors. The letter falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter's organization could be improved for better clarity. Consider structuring your letter with a clear introduction stating your purpose, followed by separate paragraphs detailing your promise, the reason for not fulfilling it, and your offer for future assistance. Using more formal transition words and phrases would also enhance the flow between ideas.

Lexical Resource

While the vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, there's room to enhance it by using more precise and varied word choices. For example, instead of repeatedly saying 'help,' you could use synonyms like 'assist,' 'support,' or 'lend a hand.' Also, consider using more descriptive language to explain the situation.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter contains several grammatical errors that affect clarity. Focus on improving sentence structure, subject-verb agreement, and correct tense usage. Pay close attention to punctuation, especially commas and apostrophes. Reviewing basic grammar rules and proofreading carefully can help reduce these errors.

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