You are going to visit New Zealand for an 'English and Homestay' program. You have just received details of your homestay host family. Write your first letter to the family. In your letter: & Introduce yourself. & Ask the family some questions to get information that is important to you. & Tell the family about your arrival date and time.

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Dear Mr Brian, My name is Arthur, and I am a Canadian national participating in the English and Homestay program. I am truly excited about the opportunity to be hosted by your family and to immerse myself in the culture of New Zealand. Upon receiving your letter yesterday, I have been eager to gather some essential information. To start with, I would like to inform you that I will be arriving in New Zealand on the evening of August 15th, 2024, at 8:00 PM via Go Canada Airlines. As

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will be my first visit to your beautiful country, I would appreciate your guidance regarding the weather conditions during my stay, as

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will assist me in preparing my wardrobe

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, I would like to inquire about any literature that you might recommend for me to carry, which could enrich my understanding of the local culture and traditions.

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, I would be grateful if you could accommodate my dietary preferences, as I adhere to a strict vegetarian diet and would prefer vegan meal options during my stay. In conclusion, I am extremely enthusiastic about the prospect of meeting you and embarking on a wonderful journey of learning and exploration within your country and its rich customs. I look forward to our meeting soon. Yours sincerely, Arthur

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single idea per paragraph

Ensure each paragraph focuses on a single idea for maximum clarity. This will enhance readability and coherence.

complete response

Try to incorporate some personal anecdotes or additional details to make the letter more engaging and personable.

greeting and closing

The letter has a clear and polite introduction, making a good first impression.

logical structure

The overall logical structure is good; information is well-organized and easy to follow.

suitable writing tone

The writing tone is suitably formal and polite, which is appropriate for a first letter to a host family.

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Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 8.0

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: 8.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

7 paragraphs

217 words

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