Your sibling has sent you a letter asking for an update on your life Write a letter to your sibling. In your letter : 1. Describe what you did for your last birthday 2. Ask for photos of your sibling's last holiday 3. Talk about something you are looking forward to

#update #life #birthday #photos #holiday

Dear Monica, How have you been since we

last

met? I hope you are doing great and I'm writing

this

letter to tell you about the recent things happening in my life. I want to tell you how I celebrated my

last

birthday away from family. I was

initially

depressed thinking that I am away from home, but my friends made me happy by giving me a surprise party and presented me with wonderful gifts.

Although

it doesn't feel like home, still they tried their best. I'm really glad that I got these friends around me. I think you have

also

recently celebrated your 22nd birthday. Could you please share the pictures through WhatsApp or Facebook? In case, if you have hard copies can you send me by Post at my current address?

Also

, Did you receive the gift which I sent you? I hope you like it.

This

summer I want you to come to New York and spend your holidays with me. We both can go shopping and visit all the sightseeing places just like in old times.

In addition

this

, I know how much you like to do to Disney land if you confirm me in advance about your plan, I will start booking tickets. I'm looking forward to your reply. I hope you like my plan Best wishes, Rachel.

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Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately

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firstly
secondly
thirdly
in additional
moreover
also
for example
for instance
therefore
however
although
even though
despite

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6Linking words
meeting the goal of 7 or more
0Word repetition
meeting the goal of 3 or fewer
0Grammar mistakes
 

8 paragraphs

224 words

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 6.0

Logical structure

Single idea per paragraph

Greeting and closing

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 9.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 9.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 9.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

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