Living in an Apartment vs University Dormitory

The response addresses all parts of the task, presents a clear and consistent position, and develops main ideas relevantly, though development sometimes relies on repetition rather than extended examples.

Progression is logical throughout with clear paragraphing and effective linking, but some cohesive devices are formulaic and paragraph content overlaps noticeably.

Vocabulary is sufficiently flexible for the topic with generally precise usage, though word choice repeats heavily around privacy, freedom, and independence.

A range of sentence structures is used with generally good control, and errors such as slightly awkward constructions do not impede communication.

The response addresses both advantages and disadvantages with relevant support, but the required explanation of the writer's own preference is only stated, not developed or justified, leaving part of the task partially treated.

Ideas progress logically through clear paragraphing with a range of cohesive devices used naturally, and the argument is easy to follow throughout.

Vocabulary is flexible and reasonably precise, with good use of topic-related terms such as 'commutes', 'financial burden', and 'amenities', though some phrasing is slightly formulaic and repetitive.

A variety of complex structures, including subordinate clauses and participial phrases, is used with generally good control. Sentences such as the cost example remain clear despite their length, and grammatical errors are rare and do not impede understanding.

All parts of the task are addressed with a clear position, relevant advantages and disadvantages, and a supported personal preference, though the final reason is underdeveloped.

Ideas progress logically through clear paragraphing and a range of cohesive devices, with only occasional mechanical linking such as abrupt transitions.

There is adequate range for the topic, but several inaccurate word choices, such as 'disciples', 'severely affects', and 'university residents', reduce precision.

A mix of sentence structures is used with generally good control, though one sentence fragment and occasional minor errors limit the award of a higher band.