PLEASE mark and rate my IELTS writing!

[JinandMango]

Hey experts,

I have been practicing IELTS writing for 2 weeks now. Since IELTS has sufficient amount of resources online, I have had no issues finding study materials.

However, when I do Writing and Speaking or even when I see sample answers, it is very difficult to know what band I should expect. I cannot afford any classes or tutors so I would love to have your help because you all have taken IELTS several times!

Here's the Google Doc link which I will update on a regular basis. My goal is to score 7 (CLB9) in writing, but please don't give me any false hope and be realistic! Also, I would be greatly appreciated if you can leave some comments on good/bad things you see in my writing.

I am very lucky that I can do this online. Much, much appreciated!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1waDF1Nl-l_NMAge-IvhwP2fZZYLwzKxBcKNd83lOkTw/edit?usp=sharing

 

[hamgha]

Hey experts,

I have been practicing IELTS writing for 2 weeks now. Since IELTS has sufficient amount of resources online, I have had no issues finding study materials.

However, when I do Writing and Speaking or even when I see sample answers, it is very difficult to know what band I should expect. I cannot afford any classes or tutors so I would love to have your help because you all have taken IELTS several times!

Here's the Google Doc link which I will update on a regular basis. My goal is to score 7 (CLB9) in writing, but please don't give me any false hope and be realistic! Also, I would be greatly appreciated if you can leave some comments on good/bad things you see in my writing.

I am very lucky that I can do this online. Much, much appreciated!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1waDF1Nl-l_NMAge-IvhwP2fZZYLwzKxBcKNd83lOkTw/edit?usp=sharing

I don't think anyone can help in that regards here as no one knows how IELTS graders do thing. Quickly reading I can already spot mistakes that might cost you points: "we would like to book two rooms" not "for two rooms" It could be a typing error but remember how it will look like for examiners. Another mistake for example: " I would be greatly appreciated" is wrong. Either "I would greatly appreciate" or "I would be grateful" Small things but they can make all the difference.

 

[JinandMango]

I don't think anyone can help in that regards here as no one knows how IELTS graders do thing. Quickly reading I can already spot mistakes that might cost you points: "we would like to book two rooms" not "for two rooms" It could be a typing error but remember how it will look like for examiners. Another mistake for example: " I would be greatly appreciated" is wrong. Either "I would greatly appreciate" or "I would be grateful" Small things but they can make all the difference.

Thanks for your input! I do agree that nobody here can grade as accurate as IELTS examiners, but at least I get to know where I am standing!

 

[superspecial90]

Thanks for your input! I do agree that nobody here can grade as accurate as IELTS examiners, but at least I get to know where I am standing!

Hi!
I am a former Cambridge IELTS examiner and CELTA Certified instructor. What kind of help are you looking for? Perhaps I can help you?

 

[21Goose]

I'm not an examiner, but I would rate your writing as intermediate/advanced intermediate. Probably a 6 or 6.5. The letter conveys most of the information, but there are grammatical errors and the sentence structure is somewhat labored.

The good news is that you're not too far away from a seven. When are you planning to retake the test? I can give you a few pointers depending on how much time you have.

 

[21Goose]

Hi!
I am a former Cambridge IELTS examiner and CELTA Certified instructor. What kind of help are you looking for? Perhaps I can help you?

Or just listen to @superspecial90 - he (she?) is obviously qualified!

 

[JinandMango]

Hi!
I am a former Cambridge IELTS examiner and CELTA Certified instructor. What kind of help are you looking for? Perhaps I can help you?

That would be very helpful! Well I need any help that can boost up my score to 7.0 or 7.5 to be safe.. I guess articles and prepositions are my weaknesses? I don't even know what kind of help I need. That's the problem!

Could you quickly skim through my writing and see from which parts I am losing marks? Thank you!

 

[JinandMango]

I'm not an examiner, but I would rate your writing as intermediate/advanced intermediate. Probably a 6 or 6.5. The letter conveys most of the information, but there are grammatical errors and the sentence structure is somewhat labored.

The good news is that you're not too far away from a seven. When are you planning to retake the test? I can give you a few pointers depending on how much time you have.

Thanks for the comment. This is exactly what I was looking for!
Well, I am planning to take (for the first time) on November 11th. Could you give me some help please? Can you elaborate what you meant by grammatical and structural errors? Thank you!

 

[JinandMango]

New writings updated! Please have a moment to take a look and don't forget to comment and grade!

 

[sureshkp]

New writings updated! Please have a moment to take a look and don't forget to comment and grade!

I am myself writing my test on 11th to improve my writing score, This is my second attempt and based on what I read on the google docs page, you can fetch 7 or 7.5 band.
only thing I can point out is to read once you write or think the complete sentence before you write , if you have that much time, this will help and you wont make mistakes .This worked for me .

 

[hamgha]

New writings updated! Please have a moment to take a look and don't forget to comment and grade!

i don't think this forum is the best place to do so. I don't think a lot of people here have the time to check your writings every time you add something new. Have you try using grammarly to upload your writing? or (i think i suggested it before) taking an IELTS prep course?

 

[JinandMango]

I am myself writing my test on 11th to improve my writing score, This is my second attempt and based on what I read on the google docs page, you can fetch 7 or 7.5 band.
only thing I can point out is to read once you write or think the complete sentence before you write , if you have that much time, this will help and you wont make mistakes .This worked for me .

Super helpful. Thanks a ton!

 

[JinandMango]

i don't think this forum is the best place to do so. I don't think a lot of people here have the time to check your writings every time you add something new. Have you try using grammarly to upload your writing? or (i think i suggested it before) taking an IELTS prep course?

I always use Grammarly but it hasnt' been a huge help as my biggest issues are content and structural..
Sadly, I just can't afford prep courses... So the comments like yours are definitely a huge support for me!

 

[JinandMango]

New writings have been updated! Thank you all in advance

 

[JinandMango]

New writings have been updated! Thank you all in advance