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I dear congratulations, I am devastated because I really prepared well for my exam. Just checked and was disappointed it's my first time L 7
R 7.5 S 7.5 W 6.0. I need your help in preparing for the second time and I need to score 8887
Thanks bud,
I have been there where you are at the moment. But trust me don't let frustration and failure overpower your confidence and don't underestimate yourself. Just keep pushing yourself. If you give up some one else will take up your spot, simple as that. Keep giving attempts, give your best and expect the least in IELTS. This sounds really crazy but it is how it is. I have booked exam soon after I would have given an exam prior to receiving my score report.
I followed format from the following website, I strongly recommend this format to everybody who aim for 7 bands in IELTS.
https://www.ieltsadvantage.com/2015/03/02/ielts-writing-task-2-agree-disagree-lesson/
This person has explained in the most accurate and simplest way of writing essays (in my opinion). The moment you read you'll know how conveniently he has put up the format and explained sentence by sentence.
Also check on other types of essays he has posted and you'll get a nice idea. Just follow this format.
Tips
Try and minimize repetition use synonyms
Flow should be maintained from start to finish. For example if you follow the tips given by this person here for body paragraphs he starts with opening sentence then explains it further followed by an example. Once you have written an example don't write anything further. Do the same thing for the other body paragraph. Look at the sample essay and incorporate the same thing in the exam. Don't repeat ideas.
Below is 'my scores explained' for writing in case it might help you out with anything.
Writing (7.0)
Your scores explained:
Test takers at this band can typically produce a clear overview of the graph or a clear viewpoint throughout the response. All parts of the task are covered. The letter has a clear purpose and a consistent, suitable tone. Test takers can support their main ideas with details and examples, although these might be too general and lack focus. The writing is well-organised and leads logically to its conclusion. They can use a variety of linking words, with some over- or under-used. In Task 2 every paragraph has one main topic. They can flexibly use a range of vocabulary and some less common words with some style, despite occasionally choosing the wrong word or making mistakes in spelling or in the form of a word. They are able to use a variety of complex sentences, and many of their sentences are correct. However they still make a few mistakes with grammar and punctuation.
How to improve:
Practice producing different types of writing. When writing informational and argumentative pieces, take care to develop your points thoroughly, providing as many relevant supporting ideas and details as necessary. Don't develop your points separately. Instead, ask yourself: how might I develop my idea so that it logically leads me to my next idea? Then, also ask yourself: does my use of paragraphing help to highlight the flow of my ideas? Have I also used other means besides paragraphing to do this? Use a good variety of structures, choosing appropriate ones to help the overall effect of your writing. Also try to use a wide range of vocabulary when you write, always using the best possible word. For words and phrases that are newer to you, look them up online to see how other writers use them and what other words they often appear together with. Finally, check your writing, paying special attention to those words and grammar structures you're not as confident about.
50 words for intro.
100 each for body paragraphs.
And finally 50 for conclusion.
That's 250, so you can just tweak around with words here and there, I believe my word count were only 260 max or may be 270. I always see other candidates taking an extra answer sheet to write an essay. DO NOT cross 270 words. No need.
I cant guarantee you but i followed this format in 3 attempts and i scored 7 bands in 2 attempts and 6 in 1 attempt.
For the letter I had made up my mind to give just a maximum of 15 minutes as you only have to outline and exaggerate the points asked in the question and give yourself a good 45 minutes instead for Task 2.
Hopefully all this is enough for you to crack your required scores. Best of luck.
