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Band 8+: Your friend invited you to his/her birthday party, but you are unable to attend. Write a letter apologizing for your absence. In your letter: • State why you cannot go. • Explain your reason for not contacting your friend sooner. • Suggest another time to meet.

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Dear Ivana,

I hope you’re doing well. I’m really sorry to tell you that I won’t be able to come to your birthday party. I was looking forward to celebrating with you, but unfortunately I already have an important obligation that I can’t change.

I also want to apologize for not letting you know earlier.Things have been quite busy for me these days.

I would still really love to celebrate with you, so maybe we can meet another day,perhaps this weekend or whenever you’re free. It would mean a lot to me to spend some time together and celebrate properly.

I hope you have an amazing birthday and a great party! You deserve it.

Best wishes,

Jana

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Overall Band Score

8
(+/- 0.5)
Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
Using more sophisticated words could be beneficial.
Grammar Mistakes: N/A
Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

7
The letter appropriately satisfies all the requirements of the task. It clearly states the reason for not attending the party, explains the delay in communication, and suggests an alternative time to meet. The tone is friendly and apologetic, making it a well-written response. The letter falls short of the required 150 words.

Coherence & Cohesion

8
The letter is very well-organized and easy to follow. The paragraphing is natural and contributes to the overall flow of the letter. The message is clear and coherent throughout.

Lexical Resource

8
The letter demonstrates a wide range of vocabulary used accurately and appropriately. The language is natural and sophisticated, enhancing the overall quality of the letter.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

8
The letter exhibits a wide range of grammatical structures with full flexibility and control. Grammar and punctuation are used appropriately throughout the letter, contributing to its clarity and effectiveness.

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