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Band 7+: You have seen an advertisement for a local pottery class that you are interested in joining next month. Write a letter to the course organiser, Mr Peterson. In your letter: say which class you would like to join; describe your previous experience with pottery; ask what materials you will need to bring.

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Dear Mr Peterson,

I am writing regarding the advertisement for the local pottery class that I would like to join. I have been eager to join from next month to enhance my pottery skills.

I would like to join the pottery class in the evenings. I choose the evening session, if available, because it would ease my stress levels after a hectic day at work; it mostly feels like therapy.

I learnt pottery two years ago and I was a soul- soothing experience which I could never forget. I got to meet new people and engage in conversations while learning pottery together. I remember being excited for the class every day. It never felt like a task to complete because I was able to understand imperfections are acceptable.

Please let me know what the required materials would be, so that I can plan accordingly to bring them to class. Looking forward to join the pottery class soon.

Yours faithfully,

Sai

Word Count: 160

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Overall Band Score

7.5

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

pottery: 6

class: 5

would: 4

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Task Response

The letter covers all three required points: it states the desired class (evening session), describes previous pottery experience, and asks about materials. The tone is appropriate and the letter is generally clear. However, there are minor lapses: the specific class type is not clearly named (e.g., 'beginner' or 'wheel-throwing'), and the phrase 'I learnt pottery two years ago and I was a soul- soothing experience' contains a grammatical error that slightly affects clarity. To improve, specify the exact class you wish to join, and proofread for grammatical accuracy. Additionally, ensure the closing is appropriate for a known recipient (e.g., 'Yours sincerely' instead of 'Yours faithfully').

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is well-organized and easy to follow. The purpose is clearly stated in the opening, and each paragraph addresses a specific point from the task. The use of cohesive devices is natural, though there are minor lapses, such as the abrupt transition from the second to the third paragraph. The paragraphing is logical, but the final paragraph could be slightly more developed to include a clear closing statement.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is appropriate and generally accurate, with some good collocations (e.g., 'ease my stress levels', 'soul-soothing experience'). However, there are a few awkward phrasings, such as 'I choose the evening session' (should be 'I would like to choose') and 'I was a soul- soothing experience' (should be 'it was a soul-soothing experience'). The range of vocabulary is adequate, but more sophisticated and precise word choices could enhance the letter. Pay attention to vocabulary repetition to improve the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a good range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and appropriate use of tenses. There are only minor errors, such as 'I was a soul- soothing experience' (should be 'it was') and 'Looking forward to join' (should be 'Looking forward to joining'). Punctuation is mostly correct, but there is a missing comma after 'if available'. Overall, the grammar is accurate and does not impede understanding.

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