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Band 6+: You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter ot the railway company. In your letter: 1. describe the item 2. explain where and when you left it 3. say what action you would like the company to take

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Dear Sir or Madam

I am writing this letter to inquire about an item that I have lost while travelling on the train on July 4th.

While travelling on the train 106 at 1:30 PM, I carried a book with me. It was fiction book called “Harry Potter and Philosopher’s stone”. The book was signed by the author J.K. Rowling. It has a blue and red color page and sticker on the book cover with a name “Priya” on it.

I was assigned a seat in Compartment 2 with seat number 3. I remember I was reading the book while seated on my seat and I left my seat to use the restroom. When I came back to my seat the train was almost at my destination station. I believe I left my book on my seat when I left the train.

I would really appreciate If your company can take a look at your lost and found department for my book. I also want your staff to take a deep look in my compartment and my seat to find my book. I can be reached at xyz@gmail.com or at 519-519-5195 if you have any further questions.

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6.5

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A1 - Beginner
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

train: 3

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Task Response

The letter appropriately addresses all parts of the task, providing a clear description of the lost item, details of when and where it was lost, and the desired action from the railway company. The information is relevant and sufficient. To improve, consider adding more specific details about the train route or a more compelling reason for the book's value beyond the author's signature.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally well-organized and easy to follow. The sequence of events is clear, and the request is understandable. To improve coherence, consider adding transition words or phrases to link ideas more smoothly, especially when moving from the description of the book to the circumstances of its loss. For example, you could use phrases like 'Specifically,' or 'Regarding the details of my journey,' to enhance the flow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate and conveys the necessary information effectively. To enhance the lexical resource, try incorporating more specific and varied vocabulary related to lost items and railway procedures. For instance, instead of 'take a look,' you could use 'investigate' or 'examine.' Also, consider using more descriptive language when detailing the book's unique features. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a good command of grammar, with only minor errors. Pay attention to sentence structure and word choice to improve accuracy. For example, rephrasing 'It was fiction book' to 'It was a fiction book' or 'It was a fictional book' would enhance grammatical accuracy. Also, ensure correct use of prepositions and articles throughout the letter.

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