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rare minor errors occur only as ‘slips’ | • uses a wide range of structures with full flexibility and accuracy; rare minor errors occur only as ‘slips’ |\n| 8 | • covers all requirements of the task sufficiently\u003Cbr>• presents, highlights and illustrates key features/ bullet points clearly and appropriately | • sequences information and ideas logically\u003Cbr>• manages all aspects of cohesion well\u003Cbr>• uses paragraphing sufficiently and appropriately | • uses a wide range of vocabulary fluently and flexibly to convey precise meanings\u003Cbr>• skilfully uses uncommon lexical items but there may be occasional inaccuracies in word choice and collocation\u003Cbr>• produces rare errors in spelling and/or word formation | • uses a wide range of structures\u003Cbr>• the majority of sentences are error-free\u003Cbr>• makes only very occasional errors or inappropriacies |\n| 7 | • covers the requirements of the task\u003Cbr>• (A) presents a clear overview of main trends, differences or stages\u003Cbr>• (GT) presents a clear purpose, with the tone consistent and appropriate\u003Cbr>• clearly presents and highlights key features/bullet points but could be more fully extended | • logically organises information and ideas; there is clear progression throughout\u003Cbr>• uses a range of cohesive devices appropriately although there may be some under-/over-use | • uses a sufficient range of vocabulary to allow some flexibility and precision\u003Cbr>• uses less common lexical items with some awareness of style and collocation\u003Cbr>• may produce occasional errors in word choice, spelling and/or word formation | • uses a variety of complex structures\u003Cbr>• produces frequent error-free sentences\u003Cbr>• has good control of grammar and punctuation but may make a few errors |\n| 6 | • addresses the requirements of the task\u003Cbr>• (A) presents an overview with information appropriately selected\u003Cbr>• (GT) presents a purpose that is generally clear; there maybe inconsistencies in tone\u003Cbr>• presents and adequately highlights key features/ bullet points but details may be irrelevant, inappropriate or inaccurate | • arranges information and ideas coherently and there is a clear overall progression\u003Cbr>• uses cohesive devices effectively, but cohesion within and/or between sentences may be faulty or mechanical\u003Cbr>• may not always use referencing clearly or appropriately | • •uses an adequate range of vocabulary for the task\u003Cbr>• attempts to use less common vocabulary but with some inaccuracy\u003Cbr>• makes some errors in spelling and/or word formation, but they do not impede communication | • uses a mix of simple and complex sentence forms\u003Cbr>• makes some errors in grammar and punctuation but they rarely reduce communication |\n| 5 | • generally addresses the task; 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