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by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 11, 2017 6:42 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Children health is bad compared to the past what is the cause and how we can address the problem IELTS
Replies: 2
Views: 1928

Re: Children health is bad compared to the past what is the cause and how we can address the problem IELTS

Hello! Hazardous materials? The solution - Well, for IELTS T2 this is an acceptable solution, but it's not that good. I teach a lot of teenagers and they all - 100% - know that fast food is unhealthy. So, is more education the answer? (By the way, I couldn't find your 'statistics' online and I suspe...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 11, 2017 6:33 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Please assess my writing task 2
Replies: 2
Views: 1687

Re: Please assess my writing task 2

Hello! This is a good essay. Your points are clear and well supported. I think that you could have reasserted them briefly in the conclusion, but that's a minor point. Vocabulary is very good throughout the essay (e.g. natural calamities, avante garde, corporate leaders, accomplishing these goals - ...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 11, 2017 5:21 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Task 2 review needed: Location for New homes and accommodation ?
Replies: 4
Views: 3098

Re: Task 2 review needed: Location for New homes and accommodation ?

Hello!

This is a very good essay. Points are clear and supported. Vocabulary and grammar are very good, with relatively few errors. Make sure that you mention which city you are referring to (District 2?). Organisation of paragraphs and within paragraphs is very good - very clear.

Well done!
David
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 11, 2017 5:17 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Task 2 (pros and cons of allowing children to work{opinion essay})
Replies: 1
Views: 1395

Re: Task 2 (pros and cons of allowing children to work{opinion essay})

Hello! A reasonable essay, but you only get to the core issue in the conclusion, i.e. too late! Which sorts of work is it appropriate for children to do? What age should the children be? These are the points that will distinguish an average essay from a good or very good one. Vocabulary is good and ...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 10, 2017 5:12 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Task 2 review needed: Better pay for professional workers?
Replies: 3
Views: 3835

Re: Task 2 review needed: Better pay for professional workers?

Hello! Overall, this is a good essay. Points are clear and developed with examples. Vocabulary and grammar are both good, though the range of both is a little limited and there are mistakes. However, these mistakes do not interfere with meaning. Organisation of the overall essay and the main paragra...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 10, 2017 3:49 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Appreciate your valuable feedback
Replies: 2
Views: 1747

Re: Appreciate your valuable feedback

Hello! First main paragraph - No foreign language learning in German schools????? Foreign language learning does increase the study load - ask any student!!! Second main paragraph - I couldn't find the survey online and suspect it is bogus. Bilingual students are likely to achieve better language sc...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 10, 2017 3:37 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: I need your feedback in Task 2 essay!
Replies: 5
Views: 2361

Re: I need your feedback in Task 2 essay!

Hello! You haven't really explained why you hold the opinion expressed in the conclusion. The language used in the two main paragraphs does not express exact meaning. You say that it is the government's responsibility, then you say it the individual's. Which one is it? (You haven't used key words li...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 10, 2017 3:28 am
Forum: IELTS related discussion
Topic: I have question for Examiners of this blog
Replies: 1
Views: 8397

Re: I have question for Examiners of this blog

Hello! It depends on what score you are aiming for. Each examiner marks a lot of papers, so templates are easily spotted. Most candidates are aiming for 6/6.5 so using a template is generally fine for them, but if you are aiming higher, I'd avoid them. Most candidates make the mistake of using the t...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Sat Apr 08, 2017 2:29 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: kindly assess my task 2 thanks.
Replies: 3
Views: 2052

Re: kindly assess my task 2 thanks.

Hello! The main paragraphs are reasonable, but the conclusion doesn't actually answer the question (although the question is so easy and the answer so obvious!). However, as the main paragraphs are good, with clear examples and good grammar and vocabulary, this essay is not too bad. Just change that...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Sat Apr 08, 2017 2:26 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessary to
Replies: 2
Views: 28330

Re: It is important for children to learn the difference between right and wrong at an early age. Punishment is necessar

Hello! Introduction - "It is agreed ..." Who by? First main paragraph - This is so general that it makes no sense. What are 'social behaviour cases'? Oxford university government does not exist. You seem to be suggesting that online activity is the only reason for bad behaviour, which I th...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Thu Apr 06, 2017 9:15 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Task 2 aim 7+
Replies: 2
Views: 1575

Re: Task 2 aim 7+

Hello again! Overall, a reasonable essay - certainly not bad! The essay is just over 250 words and there does not seem to be much detail. In addition, some points are repeated (last sentence of the first main paragraph) instead of introducing supporting evidence, such as why parents are not able to ...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Thu Apr 06, 2017 9:06 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: what is your idea about my essay?
Replies: 2
Views: 1451

Re: what is your idea about my essay?

Hello! This is a very good essay. Your points are clear and you use good qualifiers and modal verbs. There is a good range of grammar structures and vocabulary. There are mistakes, but these do not affect meaning. Paragraphing and use of connectives are also very good. There's really nothing I can r...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Thu Apr 06, 2017 8:54 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Review needed - Letter for vacanceis at children summer holiday camp
Replies: 1
Views: 1807

Re: Review needed - Letter for vacanceis at children summer holiday camp

Hello! athletics coach cheerleader (one word) inauguration? Basically, those are just a few minor vocabulary errors. The only real mistake is that you haven't said when you are free until. Overall, good grammar and vocabulary, both in terms of range and accuracy. There are mistakes, but they do not ...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 04, 2017 3:38 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Please evaluate my Task 2 essay. Thank you!
Replies: 1
Views: 1472

Re: Please evaluate my Task 2 essay. Thank you!

Hello! You don't really explain why a good working atmosphere is important, e.g. how it impacts on health. Job satisfaction can be achieved. I have achieved it with some of the jobs that I have done in my life. It would be nice to see some suggestions about how job satisfaction might be achieved, th...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 04, 2017 3:33 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Need another vet on Open space topic
Replies: 2
Views: 1701

Re: Need another vet on Open space topic

Hello! Introduction - ascent? dominance? harnessing? First main paragraph - Isn't a library supposed to be quiet place? (Maybe that's changed since I was at uni!). Second main paragraph - Well, you are fully entitled to your own opinion, but I would point out that if the scientific evidence is again...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Tue Apr 04, 2017 3:23 am
Forum: Post your speaking
Topic: please evaluate my speaking, many thanks!
Replies: 1
Views: 9055

Re: please evaluate my speaking, many thanks!

Hello! Fluency - Speech is a little fast. This has an adverse effect on pronunciation. Coherence - Good use of connectives. Vocabulary - Good. All questions answered with good details. Grammar - Reasonable basic grammar with some good complex structures. Be wary of basic errors like plurals. Pronunc...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 03, 2017 3:01 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Kindly check my Writing Task 2 - Thanks
Replies: 3
Views: 1619

Re: Kindly check my Writing Task 2 - Thanks

Hello! Overall, not a bad essay, but there are some things that would make it better. 1. Be careful with vocabulary - e.g. implied (applied?) 2. In most countries people are already taught about nutrition. If this is not true in your country, you should make this clear. 3. People are often not wise ...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 03, 2017 2:54 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Band 9 level essay
Replies: 2
Views: 3029

Re: Band 9 level essay

Hello! This is a very good essay. Points are clear with some good development. Vocabulary and grammar are very good, both in terms of range of structures and accuracy. I like that the conclusion includes some stipulations along with your opinion. Any mistakes are minor and have little effect on mean...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Apr 03, 2017 2:50 am
Forum: Post your speaking
Topic: An important historical event to your country
Replies: 2
Views: 11057

Re: An important historical event to your country

Hello! Fluency - Quite a lot of pauses and speech is quite slow Coherence - Good use of a range of connectives Vocabulary - Reasonable with some details Grammar - Good basic grammar with some good complex structures Pronunciation - Clear, but almost no stress and intonation Overall, I would suggest ...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Sun Apr 02, 2017 2:41 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Check writing: Some people say International sports events help in world peace. Do you agree or disagree?
Replies: 3
Views: 3821

Re: Check writing: Some people say International sports events help in world peace. Do you agree or disagree?

Hello! Overall, a good essay, but the main ideas have not been sufficiently developed. The longest part of the essay is the introduction, which should be shorter than the main paragraphs. Vocabulary and grammar are very good, with regard to both range and accuracy, and this is what would result in a...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Sun Apr 02, 2017 2:31 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Need your feedback on Write task 1 letter
Replies: 2
Views: 1486

Re: Need your feedback on Write task 1 letter

Hello!

This is a good letter. The second and third points are covered and vocabulary and grammar are good both in terms of accuracy and range. However, the first point is not well covered - it's just a watch! You can buy watches for $10.

Always be sure to give details!

All the best,
David
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Sun Apr 02, 2017 2:27 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: In need of your review for Task 2 essay.
Replies: 2
Views: 3793

Re: In need of your review for Task 2 essay.

Hello! The project gets delayed foo over a month because someone was away for a week? The argument about service is invalid as the vast majority of customers will pass the job on to another person without problems. The second main paragraph is good. Overall, a mixed essay. The first half is weak but...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Sun Apr 02, 2017 2:17 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on your children. Do you agree or disagree?
Replies: 1
Views: 2684

Re: Using a computer every day can have more negative than positive effects on your children. Do you agree or disagree?

Hello! The first sentence of the introduction doesn't make sense - even if it has no positive effects? And the second sentence is confusing. First main paragraph - Yes, but any activity that requires people to look at something for a long time, e.g. reading, can hurt the eyes. This is a problem that...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Mar 27, 2017 5:16 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: writing task 2 essay - please help me improve my writing skills
Replies: 2
Views: 3083

Re: writing task 2 essay - please help me improve my writing skills

Hello! Great question! The main paragraphs are too short. Reduce the number and/or develop the ones that remain, particularly the third. However, your points are good. Grammatical range is limited and there are quite a lot of basic errors, but points can still be understood fairly easily. Vocabulary...
by David.IELTS.Examiner
Mon Mar 27, 2017 5:11 am
Forum: Post your writing
Topic: please assess my writing task 2 regarding healthy lifestyles
Replies: 2
Views: 1561

Re: please assess my writing task 2 regarding healthy lifestyles

Hello! Not a bad essay, but not really that good either. Your points are good, but not well-developed. For instance, you say that people should put health first, but most people do not. You could also explain what you mean in the last sentence of the first main paragraph. Why should leisure faciliti...