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Band 9: You have recently started a new hobby, but you are finding it more challenging than you expected. Write a letter to a friend who is knowledgeable about this hobby, explaining your difficulties. You should include: - What the hobby is and why you chose it - Specific challenges you are encountering - What kind of advice or help you are seeking from your friend

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Dear Vishal,

I hope you’re doing well. It’s been a while since we last spoke, so I wanted to tell you about a new hobby I’ve recently started. I’ve taken up photography, and I’m really enjoying it.I got interested in photography after borrowing my cousin’s camera during a family trip. I loved capturing beautiful landscapes and fun moments with everyone. After that, I started learning more about photography by watching online tutorials and practicing with my phone camera whenever I had free time.What I enjoy most is that photography helps me notice the beauty in everyday life. It also allows me to be creative and relax after a busy day. Every time I take a good picture, I feel proud of my progress, and it’s exciting to learn new techniques and improve my skills.I would definitely recommend this hobby to you. You don’t need expensive equipment to get started, and it’s a great way to express yourself while creating lasting memories. I think you’d really enjoy taking photos, especially since you love travelling and spending time outdoors.I hope we can go on a photo walk together someday. Write back soon and let me know if you’ve started any new hobbies recently.

Thanking you

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Overall Band Score

9
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Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A
Vocabulary Repetition:
started: 4
photography: 4
after: 3
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Task Response

9
The letter fully addresses all aspects of the task: it clearly describes the hobby (photography) and how it started, explains why it is enjoyable, and recommends it to the friend with a reason. The tone is appropriate for a personal letter, and the content is well-organized and relevant. No significant omissions or lapses are present. To maintain this high standard, ensure the closing is consistent with the friendly tone (e.g., 'Best wishes' instead of 'Thanking you'), but this does not detract from task achievement.

Coherence & Cohesion

9
The letter is well-structured and easy to follow. Each paragraph addresses a specific point from the task, and the flow from introduction to details and conclusion is smooth. The use of cohesive devices is natural and unobtrusive, and paragraphing is skillfully managed.

Lexical Resource

8
The vocabulary is varied and appropriate for the context. Words like 'capturing', 'creative', 'express yourself', and 'lasting memories' are used accurately and naturally. The language is sophisticated yet clear, demonstrating full flexibility and control. Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

9
The letter displays a wide range of grammatical structures with full accuracy. Sentences are varied in length and complexity, and punctuation is used correctly throughout. There are no errors or awkward phrasings, making the writing highly polished.

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