You have lost an item of value on a train. Write a letter to the railway company. In your letter: describe the item explain where and when you left it say what action you would like the company to take

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Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing

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letter in regard to the precious mini pocketbook that got lost on the Train

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Saturday. The train I was travelling from Ahmedabad to Mumbai on 28th March at 3 PM . The Mini wallet was of the Gucci Brand.

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, it was red and white in colour with Brand name print all over the bag.

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, the folder had 2 compartments with strings attached to carry over the shoulder. The

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time I had the purse with me was when I was checking in with the Ticket conductor to show him the tickets and the confirmation of Travel.

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, when I returned to my seat after meeting the Ticket checker, I lost my wallet in the crowd. I would request the Railway management team to have a look at the purse as it contains vital documents of my Overseas immigration.

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, as I was checking at the Station , the cameras at the desk must have the recording of the same. I hope to hear back from you soon about finding the folder. Yours faithfully, Dave

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Task Achievement

Provide a clearer description of the item, such as its size or any unique features.

Coherence and Cohesion

Ensure that all sentences flow smoothly from one to the next to enhance readability.

Coherence and Cohesion

Consider separating the details of the item and where you left it into distinct paragraphs for better clarity.

Task Achievement

The letter maintains a polite and formal tone, which is appropriate for the context.

Task Achievement

You have clearly stated the importance of the lost item, emphasizing its value.

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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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: 6.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

8 paragraphs

183 words

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Topic Vocabulary:

valuable
distinguishing features
route
carriage
seat number
lost and found department
appropriate steps
contact information
swift and positive action
item of value

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