Writing task 1

Variant 1
Writing task 1

You have a full-time job and are also doing a part-time evening course. You now

find that you cannot continue the course.

Write a letter to the course tutor. In your letter:

- describe the situation

- explain why you cannot continue at this time

- say what action you would like to take

Do not include any address.

Write your letter in an appropriate style in 150 words on your answer sheet.
Writing Task 2

Only formal examinations, written or practical, can give a clear picture of students' true

knowledge and ability at university level. Continuous assessment like course work and

projects are poor measures of student ability. How far do you agree with this?

Write your essay in appropriate style and format in 250 words on your answer sheet.
Variant 2
Writing task 1

You recently visited a tourist attraction and you were very pleased by the help given

to you by the staff.

Write a letter to the head of the staff at the tourist attraction. In your letter:

- give details of the circumstances of your visit;

- describe the help given to you by the staff;

- say what you want the head of staff to do.

Do not include any address.

Write your letter in an appropriate style in 150 words on your answer sheet.
Writing Task 2
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

To protect local culture, tourism should be banned in some areas.

Write your essay in appropriate style and format in 250 words on your answer sheet.
Variant 3
Writing task 1
You are unhappy about a plan to make your local airport bigger and increase the

number of flights. You live near the airport.

Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter:

- explain where you live;

- describe the problem;

- give reasons why you do not want this development.

Do not include any address.

Write your letter in an appropriate style in 150 words on your answer sheet.

Writing Task 2

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

Only people who earn a lot of money are successful.

Write your essay in appropriate style and format in 250 words on your answer sheet.

Variant 4
Writing task 1
Read this extract from a letter you have recently sent to a friend:

.... Oh, and by the way, don't go to Barry's Restaurant for your birthday. We went there

last night - the service и/as awful and the food was a disaster! I complained to the head

waiter but he asked me to put it in writing ...

Write your letter of complaint to the restaurant manager (150 words).

Sample Task 2

Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because

life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own

knowledge or experience.

Write at least 250 words.

Variant 5

Writing task 1
This is part of an email you have received from an English-speaking friend, who

will be visiting your home town for a short stay:

What a pity you won't be around when we arrive. Anyway, we'll only be there for one day

and I was wondering whether you could recommend a couple of local restaurants. Something

that caters for families would be great ...we eat anything!

Write the email to your friend recommending two local restaurants. (150 words)

Writing Task 2

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement:

Only people who earn a lot of money are successful.

Write your essay in appropriate style and format in 250 words on your answer sheet.

Variant 6

Writing task 1

You have read the following information from a British university, and have decided

to apply for a course:

The university welcomes applications to all its courses from overseas students. Please

write to the Admissions Officer giving details of the course you wish to apply for and why.

Your letter should include an outline of your qualifications and any other relevant information.

Write your letter of application. (150 words)

Sample Task 2

Every year several languages die out. Some people think that this is not important because

life will be easier if there are fewer languages in the world.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion.

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own

knowledge or experience. Write at least 250 words.