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Band 9: You recently attended an online course that a friend recommended, but you were disappointed with it. Write a letter to your friend about the course. You should include: - What were your expectations before taking the course - Why the course did not meet your expectations - What you plan to do next regarding the subject.

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Dear Jenny,

I hope you’ve been doing well. I just wanted to thank you for recommending the short course to me. I really appreciate you thinking of me, and I was genuinely looking forward to it.

That said, I have to admit that the experience didn’t quite meet my expectations. While the course content was somewhat informative, I found it to be a bit too basic for my current level. In addition, the sessions felt rushed, and there wasn’t much opportunity for interaction or practical application, which made it harder for me to fully engage with the material.

On a more positive note, I recently came across another course that I think you might find interesting. It offers more in-depth content and includes hands-on projects, which really help reinforce learning. It also allows for more flexibility, so you can learn at your own pace.

Thanks again for the recommendation – I still value your suggestions and would love to hear about any other courses you’ve enjoyed.

Take care,

Jeremy Akins

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Overall Band Score

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Task Response

8

The letter appropriately covers all requirements of the task, with relevant and sufficient information. The tone is suitable for a letter to a friend. To further enhance the response, consider adding specific details about the alternative course to make the suggestion more compelling.

Coherence & Cohesion

9

The letter is very well-organized and easy to follow. The paragraphing is logical, and the transitions between ideas are smooth, creating a coherent and cohesive text. The message is clear and effectively addresses all points in the task.

Lexical Resource

9

The letter demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary used accurately and appropriately. The language is natural and sophisticated, enhancing the overall quality of the communication. There is excellent control of lexical features.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

9

The letter exhibits a wide range of grammatical structures with full flexibility and control. Grammar and punctuation are used appropriately throughout, contributing to the clarity and precision of the writing. There are virtually no errors.

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