Part 1 · · 16 samples

Do you prefer tea or coffee?

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Ideas to explore

  • Mention which drink you usually choose and specify the kind, such as green tea.
  • Give a time or situation when you drink it, such as in the morning or while studying.
  • Add one reason for the choice, then briefly contrast it with the other drink.

Suggested structure

  1. State your usual preference.
  2. Add a specific type of tea or coffee.
  3. Give a time or situation when you drink it.
  4. Explain the benefit or reason.
  5. Mention the alternative and finish with your overall preference.
Useful vocabulary & examples
a useful energy boost
A noticeable increase in energy that helps you feel more alert.

Green tea gives me a useful energy boost in the morning.

stay awake
To remain alert instead of becoming sleepy.

I sometimes drink coffee while studying to stay awake.

overall, I prefer
A concise way to state your general choice after mentioning an exception or contrast.

I sometimes have coffee, but overall, I prefer tea.

Sample answers

AI-completed learning example

122 words · Illustrative target band

Well, I am a coffee lover, you know. I have a big passion for coffee. I love coffee, such as Vietnamese coffee or some kind of espresso from America. On the other hand, coffee can help me stay awake during the studying period. On the other hand, I don't like the bitterness of tea. So, if I had to choose, I would definitely pick coffee. I prefer its stronger flavour, and I like that it can be made in different ways. T…

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Band 6 sample

33 words · Source-reported band

Actually, I prefer tea to coffee because coffee contains a lot of caffeine that can make it hard for me to fall asleep. But tea has antioxidants, so I think tea is better.

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Band 6 sample

47 words · Source-reported band

It depends on my mood. When I'm really tired, I prefer drinking black coffee or coffee with milk over tea. However, my family and I usually drink green tea with lunch or dinner because it's much healthier than other drinks. Plus, it helps relieve stress and anxiety.

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