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Band 8+: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you got off the plane, you left a bag there. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel. Write a letter to the airline. In your letter explain what has happened describe the bag and its contents say what you would like them to do about this problem You should write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows:

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Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to report a personal item that I recently lost while traveling on one of your planes. On Monday, 14th April, I took a flight from Madrid to London. My seat number was 19C, on the aisle side of the plane. I did not realise I forgot my black leather backpack until I arrived at the hotel.

The backpack contains several items, including my passport, a green laptop case, a silver bracelet, a small blue notebook and a couple of papers. These items do not have any special value on their own. However, I do need them for my immigration appointment I have next week.

I would be very grateful if you could inform me if my backpack has been handed in to your lost-and-found department. If so, kindly let me know of how and where I can collect it. My email address is jdonkor26th@gmail.com and my phone number is +34 688320876.

Thank you for your assistance in advance. I look forward to hearing back from you soon.

Yours faithfully,

Jennifer

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Overall Band Score

8.5

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Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

backpack: 3

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Task Response

The letter comprehensively addresses all aspects of the task, providing a clear explanation of the lost bag, a detailed description of its contents, and a specific request for assistance. The information is presented logically and effectively. The tone is appropriately polite and formal. Overall, the letter demonstrates excellent writing skills.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter presents a clear and logical flow of information, making it easy to follow. The paragraphing is well-managed, contributing to the overall coherence. Transitions between ideas are smooth. To further enhance cohesion, consider varying your transitional phrases to avoid repetition.

Lexical Resource

A good range of vocabulary is used appropriately. The descriptions are clear and specific. To enhance the lexical resource, consider incorporating more sophisticated vocabulary related to travel and lost items. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a strong command of grammar with a variety of sentence structures used accurately. Punctuation is also handled well. The few minor errors do not detract from the overall clarity and effectiveness of the writing.

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