Write an Email — scored sample answer
You are a sophomore majoring in Environmental Science at Greenfield…
3.5/5 on the ETS 0-5 rater rubric
The email effectively communicates the writer's interest in the research project and maintains a polite tone throughout. However, spelling errors and a lack of specific details limit the overall effectiveness of the message.
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 Introduction — “I am a sophomore at Greenfield University majoring in Environmantal Science.”
- Expresses Interest — “I have recently developed an interest in this field from attending one of your captivating lectures in Marine Biology 202.”
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