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Band 4+: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The diagram below gives information about the number of parcels delivered by two major mail services companies from 1920 to 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

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Image for topic: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. The diagram below gives information about the number of parcels delivered by two major mail services companies from 1920 to 2000. Summarise the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant. Write at least 150 words.

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The image contains a line graph titled 'Parcels delivered by Federal Express and TNT Mail Services', charting data from 1920 to 2000 with a vertical axis from 0 to 30000. For FedEx, the approximate number of parcels delivered was: 15,000 in 1920, 18,000 in 1930, 24,000 in 1940, 12,500 in 1950, 12,000 in 1960, 17,000 in 1970, 18,000 in 1980, 18,500 in 1990, and 18,000 in 2000. For TNT Mail Services, the delivered parcels were approximately: 5,500 in 1920, 6,000 in 1930, 7,500 in 1940, 8,000 in 1950, 11,500 in 1960, 11,000 in 1970, 11,000 in 1980, 22,500 in 1990, and 24,500 in 2000.

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The diagram illustrates the number of parcels delivered by Federal Express and TNT Mail Services between 1920 and 2000.

Overall, it is clear to see that Federal Express had the highest number of percels in mid 30’s at about 25,000, where the TNT Mail Services had Lowest percels at 5,000.

In 1920, Federal started to deliver packages started from 15,000 and dramatically grew by over 20,000 but it remained the same between 1950 and 1960, ended at over 15,000 by 2,000. However, TNT just stared by delivering 5,000 orders it rose significantly and took percels of 10,000. Again it remained the same but it reached the peak by crossing Federal in 2,000.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

federal: 4

percels: 3

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Task Response

The report addresses the task and provides some relevant information, but there are inaccuracies and omissions. The description of the trends is not always clear or precise. To improve, focus on providing more accurate data and a clearer overview of the trends for both companies, including key turning points and comparisons. The report falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

The report presents a general overview, but the organization could be improved for better flow. Consider structuring the report with a clearer introduction, body paragraphs focusing on specific trends or periods, and a concluding statement. Transitions between sentences and ideas need improvement to enhance coherence. For example, use cohesive devices like 'similarly,' 'in contrast,' or 'furthermore' to connect related points.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is basic and lacks the precision needed to describe the data effectively. There are also some spelling errors ('percel' instead of 'parcel'). To improve, try to incorporate a wider range of vocabulary related to trends (e.g., 'fluctuated,' 'plateaued,' 'surged'), quantities (e.g., 'approximately,' 'significantly,' 'marginally'), and comparisons (e.g., 'outstripped,' 'lagged behind'). Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The report contains several grammatical errors, including incorrect verb tenses, subject-verb agreement issues, and awkward phrasing. For example, 'Federal started to deliver packages started from 15,000' is redundant and grammatically incorrect. Focus on using correct verb tenses to accurately represent the trends over time (e.g., 'Federal Express started with 15,000 parcels in 1920'). Pay attention to sentence structure and ensure that your sentences are clear and concise.

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