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Band 7.5

You have received a job offer from a country where lives one of your childhood friend. Write a letter to him: • Tell about this happy event in your life; • Ask him for help finding accommodation; • Ask him to advise the best ways to get prepared for the new life in that country Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ....,

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Dear Smith, Hope life is treating you well! It is been months since we
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Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 spoke. I writing to share some exciting news with you. I am pleased to inform you that I have landed a job offer from EY Canada
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Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 week. I have been working relentlessly for the interview and after 3 rounds, I eventually saved an offer for myself. Guess what? My company location is in Mississauga as I know you are
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Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 living there. It would be great if you could help me to find an apartment. There are a few options available on
Kijiji
Correct article usage
the Kijiji

It seems that there is an article usage problem here.

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 app,
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Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

, I am not sure about their whereabouts. So, I thought it
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Wrong verb form
was

It appears that your sentence or clause uses an incorrect form of the verb is. Consider changing it.

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 best to ask you as you are already familiar with the city.
This
Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 is the first time when I will be living alone without my family. I would need your assistance for
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Linking Words

Usage of linking words is important in IELTS writing. They help create clear connections between ideas in your writing. They improve the flow of your essay by showing relationships between paragraphs and sentences. Using appropriate linking words demonstrates your ability to write cohesively and will help you achieve a higher band score.

 new chapter of my life. I would be grateful if you share a piece of advice about packaging and important things which are necessary to survive for a newcomer. Can't wait to hear back from you soon. Best Regards, Saira

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task achievement
Ensure that minor grammatical issues, like 'I writing' instead of 'I am writing', are corrected for better clarity.
coherence cohesion
Although you have structured your letter well, using connectors like 'Moreover' or 'Additionally' can enhance the flow of ideas.
task achievement
You have clearly addressed the required points: sharing the happy event, asking for help finding accommodation, and seeking advice for the new life in the country.
coherence cohesion
Each paragraph is focused on a single idea, which strengthens the coherence of the letter.

Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately

Linking words are very important in your essay.

To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.

Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.

In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.

Linking word examples:

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

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