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Band 7+: you want to sell your television you think your friend might like to buy it from you. write a letter to your friend, in your letter state no1 explain why you are selling describe the television suggest a date your friend can come and see it

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Dear Zohirshoh,

I’m just writing to let you know that I’m going to put my TV up for sale, and I recommend you to buy it.

I have some financial difficulties, so I need to sell it. I have some debts and I want to pay them. After a few months, I think I will be able to afford another one.

I’ll describe the TV if you want to buy it. It is in excellent condition. It has a sharp, clear picture and great sound quality. The TV has been well taken care of and works perfectly with no issues. The screen size is 46 inches, and it is from the Samsung brand. It is perfect for watching movies, sports, and gaming.

I have a holiday from work on Sunday, so you can come and see it then. Also, I want to sell it for $200, but if it’s too expensive, you can offer your own price when you come.

Keep in touch,

Sanjarbek

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Overall Band Score

7.5

(+/- 0.5)

Vocabulary Complexity:
A1 - Beginner
Aim to use more advanced language.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

The letter fully satisfies the requirements of the task. It explains the reason for selling the television, describes the television effectively, and suggests a date for the friend to view it. The information is presented clearly and logically. The tone is appropriate for a letter to a friend.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally well-organized and easy to follow. The purpose of the letter is clear from the beginning, and the information is presented in a logical order. However, transitions between some ideas could be smoother to enhance the overall flow. For example, the transition from explaining the reason for selling to describing the TV could be more seamless.

Lexical Resource

The letter demonstrates a good range of vocabulary, using appropriate words and phrases to describe the situation and the television. Words like 'financial difficulties,' 'debts,' 'excellent condition,' and 'great sound quality' are effective. To further enhance the lexical resource, consider incorporating more varied and specific vocabulary related to television features or financial situations. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a good command of grammar with only minor errors. The sentence structures are varied and generally accurate. Pay attention to subject-verb agreement and correct tense usage to further improve accuracy. For example, review the use of 'I recommend you to buy it' for a more natural phrasing.

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