Samples by band
See what each score looks like. Every answer is annotated against the official criteria, so you can spot what to copy and what to avoid.
29 Writing 16 SpeakingTap a colour to jump to that level.
- 4.5–5.57BuildingSimple sentences, some errors
- 6–6.56CompetentSome complex sentences
- 7–7.517StrongWide range of structures
- 8–915ExpertPrecise, natural phrasing
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Band 4.5–5.5 · Building
The message gets through, but errors and gaps slow the reader down.
- Simple sentences, some errors
- Ideas listed, not developed
- Limited word range
5.55.55.55.05.04.54.5
Academic Task 1
Commuting in a European city (Band 5.5 version)
Speaking Part 1
Food and cooking (Band 5.5)
Speaking Part 2
A holiday place (Band 5.5 version)
Speaking Part 1
Where you live (Band 5 version)
Writing Task 2
Cooking at school (Band 5 version)
Speaking Part 2
A holiday place (Band 4.5 version)
Writing Task 2