Band 7 Example
Topic: Describe a time you visited a new place
Example
Exploring Kyoto Where the new place is I'm going to talk about the time I visited Kyoto, a city located in the Kansai region of Japan. It's renowned for its classical Buddhist temples, as well as gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines, and traditional wooden houses. When you went there I visited Kyoto last spring during the cherry blossom season, which is one of the most beautiful times to visit Japan. The trip was planned for early April, and I stayed there for about a week to fully immerse myself in the culture and sights. Why you went there The main reason for my visit was to experience the rich history and culture of Japan. I had always been fascinated by Japanese culture, and Kyoto, being the cultural heart of Japan, was the perfect destination. Additionally, I wanted to see the cherry blossoms, which are a symbol of beauty and the transient nature of life. Explain how you felt about the place Kyoto left a lasting impression on me with its serene beauty and historical significance. Walking through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove was like stepping into another world, and visiting the Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, was awe-inspiring. The harmony between nature and architecture was evident everywhere. I felt a deep sense of peace and admiration for the meticulous care that goes into preserving the city's heritage. The locals were incredibly welcoming, and I enjoyed trying traditional Japanese tea ceremonies and cuisine. Overall, Kyoto felt like a perfect blend of the past and present, and it was a truly enriching experience that I would love to revisit.
Grammar Analysis
The answer skillfully uses a variety of sentence structures, including complex and compound sentences, to convey detailed information and emotions. For example, "Walking through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove was like stepping into another world, and visiting the Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, was awe-inspiring." This sentence effectively combines descriptive elements with personal reflections. The use of past tense is consistent and appropriate for recounting a past experience, as seen in "I visited Kyoto last spring" and "The trip was planned for early April." Additionally, the use of present tense in "Kyoto is renowned for its classical Buddhist temples" helps to provide general information about the city.
Vocabulary
  • renowned
  • classical Buddhist temples
  • cherry blossom season
  • immerse myself
  • cultural heart
  • transient nature
  • serene beauty
  • historical significance
  • harmony between nature and architecture
  • meticulous care
  • preserving the city's heritage
  • traditional Japanese tea ceremonies
  • enriching experience