Letter

Band 9: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have had a problem with your next-door neighbour. You have not been able to speak to your neighbour about this. Write a letter to this neighbour. In your letter Explain the problem Suggest a solution Say what action you will take if the situation does not improve Write at least 150 words.

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Dear Ms. Anna,

I am writing this letter to explain a misunderstanding between us over the past few months. I have noticed that you no longer speak to me or smile when we meet.

The problem started when you greeted me one morning, but I did not respond. At that time, I was suffering from the flu and felt extremely tired. Because of this, I could not answer you or even make eye contact. I think you may have believed that I ignored you on purpose, and I am really sorry for that.

I hope we can solve this problem by meeting for a short talk sometime this weekend. I would be happy to invite you to my house for a cup of tea so that I can explain everything in person. I hope you can spare a little time to meet with me, and I sincerely hope that we can keep our good relationship.

However, if the situation does not improve, I may ask another neighbor to help us discuss the issue because I do not want this misunderstanding to affect our relationship any longer.

Yours sincerely,

Word Count: 188

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

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

The letter fully addresses all parts of the task. The problem is clearly explained, a logical solution is proposed, and a specific course of action is mentioned if the issue persists. The tone is appropriate for a neighborly dispute, being polite and conciliatory. The response is well-structured and flows naturally. No improvements are necessary as the requirements of the task are appropriately satisfied.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is exceptionally well-organized. The progression of ideas is logical, moving smoothly from the explanation of the problem to the proposed solution and finally the potential next steps. Paragraphing is used effectively to separate different aspects of the task, making the message effortless to follow.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is natural, appropriate for the context, and demonstrates a high level of control. Phrases such as 'suffering from the flu,' 'make eye contact,' and 'spare a little time' are used accurately and enhance the flow of the letter without appearing forced.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammatical structures are varied and used with full flexibility. There is a good mix of complex and simple sentences, and the punctuation is flawless. The use of different tenses (present continuous, past simple, and conditional structures) is handled with precision.

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