Write an essay to express your opinion on the following statement. Use specific reasons and details to support your idea.

“Face-to-face communication is better than other types of communication, such as letters, email, or telephone calls”.

Marking scheme

The impression mark given is based on the following scheme:

1.    Content: 50% of total mark: a provision of all main ideas and details as appropriate

2.    Language: 30% of total mark: a variety of vocabulary and structures appropriate to the level of English language gifted upper-secondary school students

3.    Presentation: 20% of total mark: coherence, cohesion, and style appropriate to the level of English language gifted upper-secondary school students.