Band 7 Example

Question: Do you think students need more exercise?

Idea 1

Yes
Model Answer
Yes, I think students need more exercise. They sit a lot in class and while studying, which isn't good for their health. Exercise can help them focus better and do well in school. It also helps them stay healthy and not gain too much weight.
Yes, I believe students need more exercise. They spend a significant amount of time sitting in classes and studying, which can lead to a sedentary lifestyle. Exercise can improve concentration and academic performance, and it's essential for maintaining good health and preventing obesity.
Grammar Analysis
1.Cause and effect structure: "which can lead to a sedentary lifestyle" uses a relative clause to explain the potential consequences of sitting for long periods. 2.Use of modal verbs: "can improve" and "it's essential" demonstrate the use of modal verbs to express possibility and necessity.
Vocabulary
  • significant amount of time
  • sedentary lifestyle
  • concentration
  • academic performance
  • good health
  • obesity

Idea 2

No
Model Answer
No, I don't think students need more exercise. Many students are already busy with schoolwork and other activities. Some might not like sports, and others might already get enough exercise from their hobbies. It's important to have a balance.
No, I don't think students necessarily need more exercise. Some students already have a busy schedule with academics and extracurricular activities, and not all are interested in sports. It's crucial to balance exercise with other aspects of student life, like academics and rest.
Grammar Analysis
1.Modal verbs: The use of "don't think" and "necessarily" indicates a degree of uncertainty or subjectivity, showing the ability to express nuanced opinions. 2.Complex sentence structure: The sentence "Some students already have a busy schedule with academics and extracurricular activities, and not all are interested in sports" uses a compound sentence structure to provide additional information and reasoning.
Vocabulary
  • necessarily
  • busy schedule
  • crucial
  • balance
  • aspects of student life