Write an Email — scored sample answer
You are Alex Kim, a graduate student at Brookfield University…
3.5/5 on the ETS 0-5 rater rubric
The email effectively addresses all required points, but it suffers from grammatical errors and lacks variety in sentence structure. Improved accuracy and more sophisticated language would enhance clarity and professionalism.
Reach120 practice band estimate — not an official ETS score How we estimate
21 / 30
legacy comparison · pre-2026 scale
Content
3.5/5Breakdown
Working well
- Clear purpose — “I am writing to inquire if it possible to terminate my lease early without incurring penalties”
- Direct request — “Additionlly, could you tell me how I can take my security deposit back”
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