CHECKLIST FOR BAND 9 IN WRITING

TASK RESPONSE

☐ My essay directly and fully answers every part of the question — I haven't drifted off-topic.
☐ I have a clear position or argument that is stated and maintained throughout.
☐ Each main idea is relevant to the question and not just a general comment.
☐ Each idea is developed and explained in enough depth — not just stated once.
☐ Each idea is supported with a reason, example, or evidence — not left unsupported.
☐ I have not over-generalised — my claims are precise and specific. (Band 7+)
☐ I have written at least 250 words.

COHERENCE & COHESION

☐ Each paragraph has one clear central idea.
☐ Ideas are logically ordered and there is a clear progression from start to finish.
☐ I have used cohesive devices (e.g. however, therefore, in contrast) — but not overused or repeated them mechanically.
☐ My use of referencing (it, this, they, etc.) and substitution is clear and accurate.
☐ My paragraphing is logical — the reader can see why each paragraph is placed where it is.
☐ Sentences within each paragraph connect smoothly to each other.

LEXICAL RESOURCE

☐ My word choice is accurate — I haven't used words I'm not sure about.
☐ I have used an appropriate academic register throughout — not too informal.
☐ I have varied my vocabulary — I haven't repeated the same words or phrases excessively.
☐ My collocations are natural (e.g. 'make a decision', not 'do a decision').
☐ I have used some less common or precise vocabulary where appropriate. (Band 7+)
☐ My spelling is correct throughout.
☐ My word formation is correct (e.g. correct noun/verb/adjective forms).

GRAMMATICAL RANGE & ACCURACY

☐ I have used a variety of sentence structures — not just simple subject-verb-object sentences.
☐ My complex sentences (relative clauses, conditionals, passives, etc.) are grammatically correct.
☐ Simple sentences are accurate — I haven't sacrificed accuracy for complexity.
☐ My verb tenses are consistent and appropriate throughout.
☐ My punctuation is correct — commas, full stops, apostrophes used properly.
☐ Any grammatical errors that remain are minor and do not confuse the reader.

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