To pass you need to get a mark of 20 out of 40, that is, a 5 out of 10.
1- APPROPRIACY → Let’s show we understand the task! - 10 points
- The contents of the task have been answered
- The contents are relevant
- The instructions have been followed
- The message is communicated precisely and effectively
- The format and register are appropriate for the target reader
- The production causes the desired effect
- Right length
- Neat handwriting and good presentation
2- ORGANIZATION → Let’s show how well we think and write! 10 points
- The ideas and information are well organized
- Use of effective cohesion mechanisms (linkers, internal grammatical cohesion, clear organization of the message)
- Use of correct punctuation
- Good internal coherence
- The piece of writing is easy to follow with no need to interpret the content
- Unambiguous message
3- RANGE OF VOCABULARY AND STRUCTURES → Let’s show off how well we know the language! 10 points
- Variety in both the range of vocabulary and grammatical structures
- Precision in the language used
- Repetition of lexical items avoided by using synonyms
- Variation and extensive use of the grammar of the level
4- ACCURACY → Let’s show we control the language! 10 points
- Anything to do with a correct use of the English language: correct syntax, word order, morphology, verb tenses, noun phrases, active and passive forms, compound sentences, relative clauses, reported speech, verb patterns, modal verbs, spelling… You name it!
TOTAL MARK: 40 points. Pass mark: 20 points (5/10)
