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A formal letter: Applying for a scholarship
Write a formal letter to a university scholarship committee.
You have seen an advertisement for a scholarship to study abroad. Write a formal letter to the scholarship committee applying for it.
Describe your background and achievements
Explain why you deserve the scholarship
Outline how you will use the opportunity
Write your letter in 180–220 words.
An essay: Technology and society
Some people believe technology isolates us. Discuss.
Some people believe modern technology is making us less social, while others argue it brings us closer together. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Present both perspectives
Provide examples
State your own opinion clearly
Write your essay in 180–220 words.
A review: A new restaurant
Write a review of a restaurant you visited recently.
An online magazine is collecting reviews of new restaurants. Write a review of a restaurant you have visited recently.
Describe the atmosphere and food
Comment on the service and value
Say whether you would recommend it
Write your review in 180–220 words.
A report: Student survey results
Summarise the results of a recent student survey.
Your college conducted a survey about facilities. Write a report for the principal summarising the results and making recommendations.
Outline the survey findings
Identify the main issues raised
Suggest improvements
Write your report in 180–220 words.