Part 1 · · 16 samples

Do you prefer tea or coffee?

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Plan your answer

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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

Band 8 sample

39 words · Source-reported band

Honestly, I tend to drink green tea, especially in the morning because it gives me a lot of energy. But sometimes I drink coffee when I study in order to stay awake. Naturally, I prefer drinking tea to coffee.

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AI-completed learning example

73 words · Illustrative target band

Well, I prefer tea, especially green tea in the morning because it helps me stay focused throughout the day and offers various health benefits like improved brain function and fat loss. After a long day, I like to relax and take a sip of tea to unwind from a busy day. But sometimes I can have coffee instead, particularly if I want a stronger-tasting drink. Overall, though, tea is still my first choice.

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Band 8 sample

37 words · Source-reported band

Honestly, I tend to drink green tea, especially in the morning because it gives me energy. But sometimes I drink coffee when I am studying in order to stay awake. Naturally, I prefer drinking tea to coffee.

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