Use the greeting, sign-off and paragraph plan below for this semi-formal letter, write it on a 20-minute timer, then compare it with a band-8 model letter.
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A local college has one place left on an evening cookery class.
Write a letter to Mr Rossi, the tutor. In your letter
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Mr Rossi,
GoPrep wrote this practice question in the style of the exam. It is not an official IELTS question.
A letter to someone you know but not closely can end Kind regards or Best wishes as well as Yours sincerely, followed by your name.
Spend the first few minutes planning, then write.
0 words of 150 minimum
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Dear Mr Rossi,
I have just heard that there is still one place available on your Tuesday evening cookery class, and I am writing to ask whether I might take it.
I would like to join the class because I have recently started living on my own, and I find that my cooking is limited to a few simple dishes. I would like to learn to prepare healthier, more interesting meals, and the course appeals to me because it covers dishes from different countries.
My cooking experience is basic but real. I regularly cook for myself and for my friends, and I have made pasta, soups and a few stews. I also baked bread several times last winter, with varying success, and I am enthusiastic and eager to improve.
Could you tell me whether I need to bring anything to the first lesson? For instance, should I bring my own apron or knives, or is everything provided?
Thank you very much.
Best wishes,
Paolo Greco
| Phrase | Meaning |
|---|---|
| I'm writing to ask about the possibility of | polite opening for a request to join something |
| I'd be keen to take part in | show enthusiasm |
| I have some experience of | mention background briefly |
| I'd be happy to provide references. | offer proof of your suitability |
| I'm available to start from | give a start date |
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