P55
Writing Task 1
You should spend no more than 20 minutes on this task.
After being involved in an accident, you were looked after by
another person. Write a special letter to express your thanks.
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your address.
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Dear John,
I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude. I am referring to
that unfortunate accident the other day, when I was knocked off my
bike by a taxi. If it had not been for your timely assistance in
giving me first aid and taking me to a nearby hospital, I fear that
the consequences might have been much more serious.
The doctor says that my broken leg is healing well, and the bruises
and cuts I suffered will soon be completely better. In addition, the
taxi company has agreed to pay my hospital bills. Everyone agrees
that it was your quick-witted response in that emergency that has
led to this satisfactory outcome.
Although nowadays many people talk about the need to be unselfish
and to help others, we see very few people practicing what they
preach. But you showed by your selfless action that you are an
exception. If there were more people like you, this world would be a
much nicer place.
Yours sincerely,
P57
Writing Task 1
You should spend no more than 20 minutes on this task.
You want to apply for the following job. Write a letter to Mr.
Moore describing your previous experience and explaining why you
would be suitable for the job. (20 minutes)
Waiter/waitress required for evening work. Some experience
necessary.
Write to: Mr. K.Moore, Cafe Royale.
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your address.
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Dear Mr. Moore,
Re: waitress position
I am writing to express my interest in your recently advertised
position for a waitress. Enclosed with this letter is my resume,
which further details my previous work experience and
qualifications.
Not only do my qualifications and work experience make me a
perfect candidate for the job, my personality is well suited to
working as a waitress. I am a very friendly person who can quickly
establish rapport with people of all ages. In my last waitressing
job, I had over a dozen repeat customers each day. And, the
fast-paced environment of waiting on tables suits me well, because I
thrive on working under pressure. In fact, my former boss was
surprised at both my incredible stamina and efficiency in dealing
with customers' orders.
I would like to meet with you at your earliest convenience, to
discuss the possibility of working at your restaurant. I can be
reached at 463-9234 during the days and 924-6868 after 6 p.m.
Thank you for your consideration of my application. I look
forward to meeting you in the near future.
Yours sincerely,
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SAMPLE WRITING TASK 2
You should spend no more than 20 minutes on this task.
One of your friends wants to apply for a job involving working
with foreign teenagers. Write a letter of recommendation for
him/her.
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your own address.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear ,
Dear Sir/Madam,
I have learned from your newspaper advertisement that your center
is organizing an international summer camp for overseas teenagers,
and you are looking for a bilingual assistant tutor to work with the
children. I am writing to you to recommend one of my best friends,
Helen Wang, for this post.
Ms Wang used to be my classmate at Beijing Normal University,
where she was already a very active organizer and participant in
extracurricular activities. With her outstanding leadership skills
and cheerful personality, she was elected chairperson of the Student
Union several times.
Busy as she was, she passed the college English Test Band Six and
completed her major-teenage psychology-with an excellent school
record. Upon graduation she was assigned to be a teacher in an
international high school in Beijing, where she has been teaching
bilingual lessons for five years. What's more, she loves he r job
and enjoys working with children. This has won her great popularity
among her students.
Therefore, I do not hesitate to recommend her as an ideal
candidate for the post you advertised. I am sure you will make a
wise decision in hiring her.
Sincerely yours,
Victor Li
P59
Writing Task 1
You should spend no more than 20 minutes on this task.
You are writing your first letter to a 'pen pal.' Describe your
previous studies and work experience, your current activities,
hobbies and interests. Tell your pen pal that you will be visiting
his/her country during the summer vacation and suggest meeting
him/her.
You should write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write your address.
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Dear Monica,
Hi! My name is Jane Zhang, and I obtained your name and address
from Pen Pals International I am very glad to have this chance to
write to you and become pen pals.
Let me first introduce myself. I'm currently working as a
computer programmer in a large multinational company. I graduated
from Tsinghua University with a Bachelor's degree in computer
science in July 1996. While I enjoy my current job, I'm interested
in pursuing a Master's degree, and hope to begin graduate studies
next September. My hobbies include listening to pop music
(especially U2), playing the piano and erhu (a Chinese instrument),
and playing tennis. I'm also very interested in traveling, and have
visited very province in China at least once.
This summer, I will be traveling with my mother to California.
She will be attending a history conference at the University of
California-Berkeley, and I have just received permission to go with
her. We will stay in California for a total of 2 weeks-from August
2nd to 16th, 1999. If you are free, I would be very happy to meet
you in person. Perhaps we could spend a day or two together.
Well, let me finish here. I am already eagerly awaiting your
reply to this first letter. Please tell me all about yourself and
your interests. I hope that we ca n become good friends.
Yours truly,
P103
You have just spent a weekend staying at the Lilo Hotel in Adelaide.
When you get home you find that you have left a bag at the hotel.
Write to the manager of the hotel and enquire whether the bag has
been found. Give any relevant information about the bag and its
contents. Ask the manager to contact you immediately if the bag is
found and tell him/her how the bag can be sent to you.
Dear Mr. Simpson,
I stayed in your hotel on the 23rd and the 24th of October. I
stayed in Room 603. When I arrived home I discovered that I had left
one of my bags at the (your) hotel. Could you please check your Lost
and Found department and see if my bag is there?
The bag is a small black leather document case with a narrow
strap. Inside the bag, you can find several business cards, a Mont
Blanc fountain pen, a small address book, three copies of a business
proposal and a silver pocket calculator. These things are not very
valuable in money terms, but they have a lot of personal value.
I would appreciate it if you could contact me as soon as
possible, particularly since I need the proposals for a presentation
this week. If you could send the bag to me by courier service I
would be most grateful. I have arranged payment for the service.
Thank you for your help.
Yours sincerely(,)
Fatima Ferrangites
P61
Writing Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The graph below shows radio and television audiences throughout the
day in 1992.
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the in formation
shown below.
You should write at least 150 words.
Radio and television audiences in the UK, October-December 1992.
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Sample 1
Original version (Band 5)
The graph shows the percentage of audiences over 4 yes old of UK
follows the radio and television thoughout the day during the period
October-December 1992. It has been observed from the graph that less
than 10% audiences follows the radio at 6:00 am and the percentage
raised to a pick around 30% at 8′AM and decline gradually to
around 10% during the period 2′00 to 4′00 Pm and again raised a
bi t to around 12% between 4′00 to 6′00 PM. It hen again dropped
to below 10% at around 10′PM. The rate again raised to a bit
between 10′00 PM to 12′00 PM and then dropped slowly by 4′00
AM. On the other hand, the rate of television audiences raises 0-10%
during the period 6′00 to 8′00 am and remain steady up to 1
0′AM and then gradually goes down by 12′00 noon. The percentage
raised dramatically to around 15% by 2′00 noon. The percentage
raised dramatically goes down by 12′00 noon. The percentage raised
dramatically to around 15% by 2′00 PM which again raised to a pick
above 40% between 6′00-8′00 PM and then gradually dropped
between the period 12′00 PM to 4′00 AM.
Original Version(Band 7)
The bold graph shows the television audiences throughout the day. It
shows that the percentage of audiences is zero percent in early
morning but it gradually rises unto ten percent at 8:00 am and
maintains the same for the next two hours. There is a slight fall in
percentage in next two hours however after that it rises sharp unto
twenty percent within the next two hours. After this the graph rises
very fast and attains it's peak at 10 pm which is about forty five
percent. The the graph gradually falls down and at 2:00 am it is at
five percent. The thinner graph shows the percentage for radio
audiences. Unlike the television one the peak percentage of the
radio audiences is at 8:00 am which is about 30 percent. Then it
gradually falls and it corresponds with the television one at two pm.
After that it gradually falls but with a small increase in
percentage at 4:30 to 6: 00 pm. The percentage of audience then
gradually goes down and at four AM it is the lowest which is near 2
percentage. These graphs prove the progressive popularity of
television.
P65
Writing Task 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
The chart below shows the number of men and women in further
education in Britain in three periods and whether they were studying
full-time or part-time.
Write a report for a university lecturer describing the
information shown below.
You should write at least 150 words.
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Sample 1
Original Version (Band 5)
This is a bar chart of the number of men and women in further
education in Britain in three periods. In 1970, Most of Men were
studying part-time but from 1980, studying part-time as decreased
and studying full-time was increased and in 1990, it was twice as
many students as in 1970. On the other hand, Women studying
Full-time were increased and not only Full-time, part-time also were
increased. In 1990, studying full-time was three times as many
students as in 1970. If compare Men and Women, as you see, in 1970,
Men were studying more than women full-time or part-time but it
changed from 1980 and then, in 1990, Women were studying part-time
more than Men and studying full-time was same number.
It shows you women has a high education now.
Sample 2
Original Version (Band 6)
According to this graph, the number of men and women in farther
education in Britain shows that following pattern.
In the case of male, the number of male has declined slightly from
about 100 thousands in 1970/71 to about 850 thousands in 1990/91.
However, this figure rose back to about 850 thousands in 1990/91
from about 820 thousands in 1980/81. The proportion of full-time
education has declined during this period. However, the proportion
of part-time education has increased dramatically.
On the other hand, in the case of female, the number of both
full-time education and part-time education has increased during the
period.
From about 700 thousands in 1970/71, these figures rose to about 820
thousands in 1980/81, to about 1100 thousands in 1990/91.
In terms of full-time education, this figure rose by about 260 to
about 900 in 1990/91.
On the other hand, with respect to part-time education, this figure
rose dramatically between 1980/81 and 1970/71. However this figure
rose slightly between 1980/81 and 1990/91.
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