Ielts sample essays collection

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(TA) Task Achievement
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Presents a clear position throughout the response. 
Presents, extends and supports main ideas, but there may be a tendency to over-
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generalise and/or supporting ideas may lack focus. 
(CC) Coherence and Cohesion
Logically organises information and ideas; there is a clear progression throughout. 
Uses a range of cohesive devices appropriately although there may be some under-
use. 
Presents a clear central topic within each paragraph. 
(LR) Lexical Resource
 
Uses a wide range of vocabulary fluently and flexibly to convey precise meanings. 
Skilfully uses uncommon lexical items but there may be occasional inaccuracies in 
word choice and collocation. 
Produces rare errors in spelling and/or word formation. 
(GRA) Grammatical Range and Accuracy
 
Uses a variety of complex structures. 
Produces frequent error free sentences. 
Has good control of grammar and punctuation but may make a few errors. 
 
Example 4 
The possibility for scientists and tourists to be able to travel to remote natural 
environments has its pros and cons. Based on these, opinions could be made as to 
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ther it is positive or negative development.
The disadvantages attached to this are, foremost, the exposure of the natural 
environments to threatening circumstances such as increased pollution, poaching