Band 7 Example

Question: Do you like cooking?

Idea 1

Yes
Model Answer
Yes, I like cooking because it helps me relax after a long day. I also enjoy trying out new recipes and making food for my friends and family. It's a nice way to spend my time.
Yes, I absolutely love cooking. It's a creative outlet for me, and I enjoy experimenting with new recipes. I find it relaxing and a great way to unwind after a busy day. Plus, cooking allows me to eat healthier by controlling the ingredients, and I love hosting dinner parties to share my dishes with friends and family.
Grammar Analysis
1.Usage of present simple tense: The response uses the present simple tense ("love", "enjoy", "find", "allows", "love") to describe general truths and habits, which is appropriate for expressing personal preferences and routines. 2.Use of infinitive phrases: The sentence "a great way to unwind after a busy day" uses an infinitive phrase to explain the purpose or result of cooking, adding depth to the response.
Vocabulary
  • creative outlet
  • experimenting with new recipes
  • relaxing
  • unwind
  • healthier
  • hosting dinner parties

Idea 2

No
Model Answer
No, I don't really like cooking. I think it's too time-consuming, and I'm not very good at it. I usually prefer to eat out or order food because it's easier.
No, cooking isn't really my thing. I find it quite time-consuming and prefer to spend my time on other activities. I'm not very skilled at cooking, so I often end up with disappointing results. I usually prefer eating out or ordering food because it's more convenient.
Grammar Analysis
1.Negative construction: "cooking isn't really my thing" effectively uses a negative construction to express disinterest in cooking. 2.Comparative structure: "prefer to spend my time on other activities" and "prefer eating out or ordering food" use comparative structures to express preference.
Vocabulary
  • time-consuming
  • skilled at cooking
  • disappointing results
  • eating out
  • ordering food
  • convenient