Question type
Formal letters
Use a professional tone for institutions and unfamiliar readers.
Seaside Hotel Weekend Booking
You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel. Write a letter to the hotel for making the arrangement. In your letter say: - when you will be arriving and leaving - what type of rooms you would like - ask how much the weekend will cost - inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel
3 marked essaysBand 7.0–7.5Formal letterProblems in a New Part-Time Job
You recently took a part-time job working for a local company. After a few weeks, you realised there were some problems with the job. Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter: - explain why you took the job - describe the problems that you experienced - suggest what could be done about them
3 marked essaysBand 6.5–7.0Formal letterLocal Shopping Facilities
You normally go shopping in the area where you live. However, you think some of the facilities for shoppers could be improved. Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter: - say in general - what you like about shopping in your area - say what is wrong with the facilities - suggest how they can be improved
3 marked essaysBand 6.5–7.0