Band 7 Example

Question: Can you remember the dreams you had?

Idea 1

Yes
Model Answer
Yes, I often remember my dreams when I wake up. Sometimes they are so interesting that I tell my friends or family about them. I think it's fun to share them.
Yes, I often remember my dreams vividly upon waking. In fact, some of them are so fascinating that I end up sharing them with friends or family. I find it quite enjoyable to discuss them.
Grammar Analysis
1.Adverb usage: The use of "vividly" effectively describes the degree to which dreams are remembered, showing the candidate's ability to use adverbs to modify verbs. 2.Causal conjunction: "so...that" is used to indicate a cause-and-effect relationship, explaining why dreams are shared with friends or family.
Vocabulary
  • vividly
  • fascinating
  • enjoyable

Idea 2

No
Model Answer
No, I don't usually remember my dreams. They disappear quickly after I wake up, and I don't think much about them. I focus more on what I need to do during the day.
No, I rarely remember my dreams as they tend to fade quickly after I wake up. I usually sleep deeply and don't recall any dreams, and I focus more on my daily life than on dreams.
Grammar Analysis
1.Adverb of frequency: "rarely" is used to indicate how often the speaker remembers their dreams, showing the ability to use adverbs of frequency to describe habits or routines. 2.Causal conjunction: "as they tend to fade quickly after I wake up" uses "as" to introduce a reason, explaining why dreams are not remembered.
Vocabulary
  • rarely
  • fade quickly
  • sleep deeply
  • daily life