Band 4 sample
14 words · Source-reported bandMy hometown is located in the western coastal area of Nepal. It's called Bharakpur.
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where is your hometown
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Ideas to explore
- Give the hometown’s name and country, then mention a personal connection such as being born and raised there.
- Describe one or two features of the place, such as its architecture and parks, rather than listing many attractions.
- Finish with a personal activity and feeling, such as enjoying walks because they are relaxing.
Suggested structure
- Name the hometown and country.
- Add a brief personal detail about your connection to the place.
- Describe a distinctive feature or two.
- End with an activity you enjoy and explain how it makes you feel.
Useful vocabulary & examples
- a distinctive mix of
- a noticeable combination of different features
Baku has a distinctive mix of modern buildings and striking architecture.
- born and raised
- born and brought up in a particular place
I was born and raised in Baku.
- across the city
- in different parts of the city
There are beautiful parks across the city.
- I find it relaxing
- I feel calm when I do it
I enjoy walking around my hometown because I find it relaxing.
Sample answers
Band 4 sample
17 words · Source-reported bandI come from Tehran, which is located in the center of Iran. It's a very crowded city.
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26 words · Source-reported bandI'm originally from Farghana, but I'm living in it was the past 9 months. There is just something special about my city that I really appreciate.
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