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Band 4+: You promised to help a neighbor with their garden but failed to do so due to unforeseen circumstances. Write a letter to your neighbor apologizing for not keeping your promise. You should include details about: - what prevented you from helping - why you are particularly sorry for letting them down - how you intend to make it up to them

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Dear Ayesha.

I hope you are doing well. I am very ashamed to told you that i promised you to go to the market withyou but i am unable to do so as i have to go out of city due to my personal issue.

I promised you to help out with you for the selection of crockery in the market ,next weekend but unfortunately i have an urgent piece of work and have to left the city within a day due to emergency. Excuse from my side for unable to you at your need.

If you could wait for another weekend i would be there for you at any cost. Please Understand my stituation and answered me as soon as possible.

Word Count: 122

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Overall Band Score

4.5
(+/- 0.5)
Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
Using more sophisticated words could be beneficial.
Grammar Mistakes: N/A
Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

6
The letter addresses all the requirements of the task, including the task you promised to help with, the reason you were unable to fulfill the promise, and an apology with an alternative solution. There are some minor grammatical errors and awkward phrasing that could be improved. For example, 'I am very ashamed to told you' could be 'I am very ashamed to tell you'. Also, the letter could benefit from a more formal closing. To improve, focus on refining sentence structure and word choice for clarity and naturalness. The letter falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

4
The letter's organization is somewhat clear, but the flow of ideas could be improved. Consider using more effective transitions between sentences and paragraphs to enhance readability. For example, clearly signal the shift from stating the promise to explaining why you couldn't fulfill it. Also, ensure each paragraph focuses on a single main point to maintain clarity.

Lexical Resource

4
The vocabulary used is basic and lacks the range needed to express ideas precisely. Incorporating a wider variety of words and phrases would enhance the letter. For instance, instead of repeatedly using 'help,' try synonyms like 'assist' or 'support.' Also, focus on using more specific and descriptive language to convey your message effectively.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

3
The letter contains several grammatical errors that impede understanding. Pay close attention to verb tense consistency, subject-verb agreement, and correct article usage. For example, 'ashamed to told' should be 'ashamed to tell,' and 'unable to you' should be 'unable to help you.' Proofreading carefully and focusing on basic grammar rules will improve accuracy.

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