Letter

Band 4+: You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel, making the arrangements. In your letter • tell them when you will be arriving and leaving • explain what type of rooms you would like, and ask how much the weekend will cost • ask about activities and places of interest near the hotel You should write at least 150 words.

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Dear Sir,

I am writing to inform you about a recent situation that I believe deserves attention. The purpose of this email is to reserve a room at the hotel, and I kindly request your assistance.

While I appreciate the effort has been made there were a several pionts that need to be known about it. Moreover, the time I wil be there with my family is would be around 10 in the morning our train going to arrive at 9 AM, it will take almost one hour to get to your hotel.

I would like to get room that have at least three beds, I want to spend the time with my family as I can, and will be gratful if inform me abou how much would be the price for that special room that I requested. However, do your hotol have activity that my family could have fun while they are here.

Please let me know if further information is required. I look forward to your response.

Your faithfully,

Mohamed

Word Count: 172

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

Vocabulary Repetition:

family: 3

would: 3

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Task Response

The letter attempts to address the task but includes irrelevant information and lacks clarity in several areas. The purpose of the letter is stated, but the details about arrival/departure times, room requirements, cost inquiries, and activities are not clearly presented. Key points are either missing or inappropriately addressed. To improve, focus on directly answering each point in the task instructions with clear and specific details. Ensure the letter maintains a consistent and relevant focus on the arrangements for the weekend stay.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter's coherence is affected by abrupt transitions and a lack of clear connections between ideas. For instance, the opening sentence introduces a 'recent situation' that is never explained, confusing the reader. Improve coherence by ensuring each paragraph focuses on a single topic and that transitions between paragraphs are smooth and logical. Using cohesive devices like 'furthermore,' 'in addition,' or 'therefore' can help link ideas more effectively.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is basic and lacks the range needed to express ideas precisely. For example, phrases like 'have fun' are generic. Enhance your lexical resource by using synonyms and more descriptive language. Instead of 'have fun,' consider 'enjoy recreational activities' or 'partake in leisure pursuits.' Expanding your vocabulary will allow you to convey your message more effectively and appropriately.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter contains numerous grammatical errors that impede understanding. Issues include incorrect verb tenses ('time I wil be there' should be 'time I will be there'), subject-verb agreement problems, and awkward phrasing ('I want to spend the time with my family as I can' is unclear). Focus on improving your grammatical accuracy by reviewing basic grammar rules and practicing sentence construction. Pay close attention to verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, and correct use of articles and prepositions.

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