Band 7 Example

Question: Do you often feel bored?

Idea 1

Yes
Model Answer
Yes, I do feel bored sometimes, especially on weekends when I don't have any plans. I also get bored during long meetings at work. To deal with it, I try to find new hobbies to keep myself entertained.
Yes, I often feel bored, particularly on weekends when I have nothing planned. Long meetings or lectures can also be quite tedious. However, I try to combat boredom by exploring new hobbies, which sometimes leads to creativity and new ideas.
Grammar Analysis
1.Adverbial clause of time: "particularly on weekends when I have nothing planned" uses "when" to introduce an adverbial clause of time, indicating when the feeling of boredom occurs. 2.Contrast conjunction: "However" is used to introduce a contrasting idea, showing the candidate's ability to structure their response with complex sentences.
Vocabulary
  • tedious
  • combat boredom
  • creativity and new ideas

Idea 2

No
Model Answer
No, I don't feel bored often because I have a busy schedule. I like to read or watch movies when I have free time. Spending time with friends and family also helps me avoid boredom.
No, I rarely feel bored as I have a busy schedule. I always find something interesting to do, like reading or watching movies. Additionally, spending time with friends and family keeps boredom at bay, and I enjoy exploring new places and trying new activities.
Grammar Analysis
1.Adverb of frequency: "rarely" is used to describe how often the speaker feels bored, indicating a low frequency. 2.Parallel structure: The sentence "exploring new places and trying new activities" uses parallel structure to list activities, enhancing clarity and readability.
Vocabulary
  • rarely
  • busy schedule
  • keeps boredom at bay
  • exploring new places
  • trying new activities