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Band 8+: 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,

I am writing to inform you that I have left my watch on the train. I was travelling to Delhi from Ahmedabad on the Vande Bharat Express train. I was alloted seat number 9 B in the first class compartment. The train was scheduled to depart at 9 AM on Monday. I had breakfast at 11 AM on the train, and then I had a few conversations with the fellow passenger.

During the journey, I fell asleep, and when I woke up, I realised that my watch was missing. It was Mischell Korse’s watch, with a golden metal strap worth Rs. 1 lakh. Moreover, the watch is precious to me, as it was gifted by my parents. I searched a lot for the watch; however, I was unable to find it. Besides this, I also filed a complaint online in the lost and found section.

I request you to search for the watch and inform me as soon as possible.

Yours faithfully,

Jignasa

Word Count: 165

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Overall Band Score

8.5

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

watch: 5

train: 4

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Task Response

The letter covers all three required points: describing the item, specifying when and where it was left, and stating the desired action. The description of the watch is clear, and the location and time are provided. However, there are minor lapses: the exact time of losing the watch is not specified (only the departure time and breakfast time are given), and the action requested could be more specific (e.g., asking for a search and notification, which is present, but could include a request for contact details or a reference number). Overall, the response is appropriate and sufficient, with a few omissions that prevent it from achieving a higher score.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is logically organized and easy to follow. It begins with a clear purpose, provides relevant details about the lost item, and ends with a specific request. Paragraphing is well-managed, and cohesive devices are used naturally without drawing attention.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is appropriate and generally precise, with some good use of formal language (e.g., 'I am writing to inform you', 'I request you to search'). However, there is room for more sophisticated or varied word choices to enhance the range. For example, 'precious to me' could be 'of great sentimental value', and 'I searched a lot' could be 'I conducted a thorough search'. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a wide range of grammatical structures used accurately. Sentences are varied in length and complexity, and punctuation is correct throughout. There are no noticeable grammar errors, and the overall control is excellent.

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