Marks and results Writing sample answers and examiner's comments The following pieces of writing have been selected from students’ answers. The samples relate to tasks in Tests 1-4, Explanatory notes have been added to show how the bands have been arcived at. Sample A (Test 1, Question 1 - Essay) The Role of Music in Society Music is something of utmost importance in people's lives. It is said that society cart live without music and this statement is true, Music has various roles in life including enriching daily routine, Uniting different social groups, educating, etc. But there is.a major dilemma which is the most significant role. Should it be the unit of social groups or bringing beauty to our ives? First, I believe that music can help our society bring people from differcr‘t social groups and cultures tagether. Not only does it give these people something iri common but also improves their understanding to other points of view. Furthermore, gathering people who do not: share the same way of thinking could make them learn many new things about other music styles, life, friendship, etc. Second, | think that one of the main aims of musics to cive people something amazing, For instance, when somebody feels bad they listens to music and it improves one's mood. All people enjoy music because they are al looking for something extraordinary - something that music could offer to | everyone. Last but not least, one could learn very important things only by listening carefully to the lyrics of some songs. | would say that without, music the heoticlife of 21st century would be grey and boring In conclusion, music plays one of the most important roles In modern-people's ives. In my opinion, the most significant: facet is that it gives people food for thought and brings colour to the busy life Content 4 | Allcontent i relevant to the task. Two roles of music are discussed and a choice made as to which is more significant, However, the supporting. reasons for the choive are not eveloped so the target reader is not quite fully informed, ‘Communicative Achievement 4 | The conventions of the essay genre are used effectively to hold the {arget readers attention, communicating both simple and complex: ideas with success. There i a clear introduction to the topic which sets the tone forthe res ofthe piece and opinions and explanations are given (as said; Should it be the unit ..7; 1 believe that; I would say that; In ry opinion), The register is consistent and appropriate. Organisation 3 | The tot is well-organised and coherent using a varity of cohesive devices and organisational patterns (Bue there is: including; Not ‘only does it give... but also; Furthermore: Last but not least; In conclusion). Itis clearly paragraphed with links across nd within sentences aid ideas developed in a logical way. Pune Language 3 | There isa range of vocabulary, including some less common lexis, used appropriately (of utmost importance enriching daily routine: something in common: improves one’s mood food for thought). There fsa range of simple and complex graranatcal forms sed with control (gathering people who do not share .. ite, friendship, et. All people ploy mai bec. cond offer 0 everyone). The ocasonl ern, lo not impede communication, 110