Part 1 · · 16 samples

– Which town or city do you live in now?

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Ideas to explore

  • Identify Munich and locate it in southern Germany and the state of Bavaria.
  • Mention one aspect of the city’s cultural heritage or historical significance.
  • Describe its economic and technological role, then give a brief personal summary of its mix of tradition and modernity.

Suggested structure

  1. Answer the location question directly by naming the city.
  2. Add one concise location detail about the region or state.
  3. Choose one or two relevant features of the city rather than giving a long list.
  4. Finish with a short personal impression that links the details together.
Useful vocabulary & examples
cultural heritage
The traditions, history and cultural features associated with a place.

Munich is known for its cultural heritage.

historical significance
The importance a place has because of its history.

The city has considerable historical significance.

economic and technological hub
A place where business activity and technology-related work are concentrated.

Munich is often described as an economic and technological hub.

a blend of tradition and modernity
A combination of older customs or features and contemporary life.

I associate Munich with a blend of tradition and modernity.

Sample answers

Band 6 sample

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I live in Ho Chi Minh City, located in the south of Vietnam. It's a vibrant and dynamic city, one of the nation's key urban centers, alongside Hanoi.

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Band 6 sample

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I live in Ho Chi Minh City, which is located in the south of Vietnam. It's a bustling city and one of the country's most important urban centers, along with Hanoi.

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Band 6 sample

31 words · Source-reported band

I currently live in Ho Chi Minh City, located in the south of Vietnam. It's a beautiful and bustling city, one of the major urban centers in the country, alongside Hanoi.

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