WRITING : an INFORMAL E-MAIL MODEL

Hi___________ ,
Thank you for your e- mail, it ´s always nice to hear from you. sorry for not writing to you before but I ´ve
been very busy recently.
…
Apologysing : I´m so sorry for …
Agreement : you are right when you say that …
Let´s …
Suggestions shall we … ?
Why don ´t we …?
What / about ….-ing?
Advise: you should …
If I were you, I would …

Invitations: - GUESS WHAT? It´s my .. and I would like you to …

- would you like to …?
Asking for something: would you mind… +ing?
Can you …?
LET ME KNOW AS SOON AS YOU CAN
TO INTRODUCE THE TOPICS:
- as for …. – so, about …
- as regards to … - you asked me about ….
- By the way. …
Closing
- Drop me a few lines soon
- Well, I must go now, my mum is calling me for dinner. I hope to see you soon
• Keep in touch • Take care
• Write soon • kind regards (a Little more formal)
• XXX
YOUR NAME
PS: DON´T FORGET TO SAY HI TO YOUR FAMILY/ BROTHER/ SISTER …
Hello Simon,
I'm glad you're interested in my country. As your friend said, I'd like us to email each other to help me
improve your English.
Let me start by telling you a bit about myself and my family. My name's Ivo and I live in Kutna Hora,
which is about 45 minutes from Prague by car. I used to work for a medical company but now I'm
learning to be a salesperson. In the future I want a job where I can travel for my work. I've already been
to a few places in Europe but I've never been to an English-speaking country.
I live at home with my parents, which is convenient, as I don't have to do much housework and my
meals are cooked for me. My younger brother is studying at university. Although he is four years
younger than me, we get on quite well. We both enjoy snowboarding and music.
What about you? Have you ever been to the Czech Republic? It would be great if you could come over
one day and we could fix up a meeting. Why don't you let me know your plans?
Anyway, I must go and get on with my work! Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Best wishes,
Ivo
 Writing
PART 1
Read this e- mail from your English speaking friend Jack and the notes you have made

Hey Nic,

How are you going?

Thanks for sending me the photos from your holiday. It looks like you had a great time!

How're Leah and the kids? And what about your dog, Snoopy? He was just a puppy last time I saw him.
tell him

I'm sorry that I couldn't get to your birthday party. I would have loved to come but I was really busy at work and it was hard to get
away. Thanks for the invitation though.

Would it be possible for you to send me some photos from the party? I'd love to see how it all went.
send them and explain

I can't wait until you come to visit us in March. Do you know how long you'll be staying? I'll try to think of some fun things to
do.

See you soon. Answer him

All the best, suggest

Jack

P.S. Sarah says hello

Write your e mail to him using all the notes. Write your answers in about 100 words on the answer
sheet

part 2 (100 words)

a) In your English class you have been talking about people´s personality and your teacher has asked
you to write an article about this topic:

Describe an interesting neighbor you have had. How long have you known
him/ her and why do you like or dislike him /her?
b) Your English teacher has asked you to write a story. Your story must begin with these words:

I had just finished getting dressed when the doorbell rang.

• Write your story on your answer sheet.
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 WRITING
PART 1

Hi Linda, tell her ask her

How's it going?

Sorry I haven't been in touch for such a long time but I've had exams so I've been studying every free
minute. Anyway, I'd love to hear all your news and I'm hoping we can get together soon to catch up. We just
moved to a bigger flat so maybe you can come and visit one weekend?

How's the new job? Suggest something

Looking forward to hearing from you! Great idea

Helga

Write your e mail to Irene using all the notes. Write your answers in about 100 words on the answer
sheet

PART 2
a)– THE STORY

Start the story with…

As soon as I woke up, I realised that it was the most important day of my life.

b) WRITE AN ARTICLE

Describe a place you will never forget.

Dear Jim,
How are things in Wic klow ? I have not seen you for ages so I decided to write and give you all the
news from Glentown. The football teamis doing r eally well this season. We have reached the
semi- final of th e Cup. The new goalkeeper we got after you left is great. He has not let in a goal in
the last three matches.
My sis ter, Sandra, has just had a baby girl, so I am now an uncle. M ayb e I will be able to make so
me m o n e y f rom baby-sitting and then I can come down on the train to visit you. Write soon
and let me know all the news.
Your friend,
Martin
 WRITING

WRITING PART 1
Read this e- mail from your English speaking friend Fran and the notes you have made
Express how you feel

Hi Samuel, ask how many and when?

How are you? I hope you´re OK.

I´m spending some days in your country and I would like to visit the most important
places and of course the most exciting ones. Can you give me some advice? I think the
weather will be nice as usual in Spain, so I suppose I shouldn´t wear too warm clothes.

I hope to see you there

Keep in touch, agree

Fran

suggest a meeting advise him

Write your e mail to him using all the notes. Write your answers in about 100 words on the answer
sheet

WRITING PART 2
CHOOSE ONE OPTION:

A) In your English class you have been talking about reading and your teacher has asked you to write an article
about this topic:

WHAT TYPES OF BOOKS DO YOU MOST ENJOY?

B) Your English teacher has asked you to write a story. Your story must begin with this sentence:

´Tom was watchin TV at home when he heard a noise upstairs´

Write your story in about 100 words
 Writing part 1
Read John´s e-mail and write to him back using all the notes. Write your answers in about 100 words
on the answer sheet
 Writing part 2
you see this post on an English language website

best jobs

Writing part 1
Read this e- mail from your English speaking friend Irene and the notes you have made

Ask about her exams results

Tell her about the place where you live

Dear Carla
Thanks for your letter – it was great to hear from you. I’m sorry I haven’t written for ages,
but I’ve been really busy preparing for my exams. It’s really good news that you’ve passed
your driving test. Congratulations!
Thank you so much for your invitation to stay with you for a week in July – I’d love to come.
I know you have a wonderful beach near your house and I’d really enjoy spending some
time there. I expect that the weather will be hot, so I hope we can go swimming. Answer
her

You said that I don’t need to bring much with me. What sort of clothes should I pack?
Casual or formal? Would you like me to bring anything for you? I would like to bring
something special for you and your family from my country . Tell her it´s not
necessary

I’d better stop now and get on with my studying. I hope you’re enjoying driving your car,
and I’m looking forward to seeing you in July!
Thanks again for the invitation. Say yes

All the best,

Irene
Write your e mail to Irene using all the notes. Write your answers in about 100 words on the answer
sheet

Writing part 2 (100 words)

you see this post on an English language website

What types of books do you most enjoy?

Do you prefer reading or watching Tv and what is the best

way to take advantage of your free time?
Write an article about these questions. The best articles will be published on the site.
 Dear Susan, express your feeling
It feels like such a long time since the last time I saw you. I know it's only been several weeks since I
saw you. So far my summer has been great! You love the beach
 I spend my all my weekends at the beach. I am getting a nice tan and you can no longer say I am paler
than you. I have been playing lots of volleyball, surfing and building a nice collection of sea shells. Just this
past weekend I took second place in a sandcastle building contest!

On the weekdays I work. I drive an ice cream truck around and sell ice cream to the kids. It is so cool. It
is a combination of the two things I love most, ice cream and kids. The pay isn't too great but I love the job
so much.

I hope the summer's been going well for you too. There's only a month and a half left in summer
vacation and after that it's back to school. Would you like to meet up some time before school starts?

Your friend,

Signature tell him you´d like to get a job

yes, suggest when and where

P.S. John Austin says hi.
 Writing part 1
Read this e- mail from your English speaking friend Sam and the notes you have made

Dear Jolene, express your feeling

I am sorry about forgetting about our lunch date.

It was completely my fault; I was so busy at work that

it must have slipped my mind. You can´t this day, explain why

How about I treat you to lunch next Wednesday at the new Italian restaurant Julie's at 12:30PM? I have

marked this date in my planner so I will not forget about it. Suggest another day and place

John told me your new house is really big and nice, I hope the moving

hasn ´t been so hard. Invite him

keep in touch it has

Your friend,

Sam

Write your e mail to him using all the notes. Write your answers in about 100 words on the answer
sheet

Writing part 2 (100 words)

you see this post on an English language website

living in the city gives you many opportunities but it is less healthy than the
country.
Write an article about these questions. The best articles will be published on the site.
 Writing part 1 ( pet 3 test 3)
Read this e- mail from your English speaking friend Sam and the notes you have made

Hi Alex, advise him

How are you doing? I hope you´re OK.

Guess what? I have started new karate classes in a sport center near my house.I go
to class two evenings a week and I really enjoy it. Unfortunately, I have a lot of
homework and exams to prepare for at the moment. I need a lot of time to study but
at the same time I don´t want to stop doing karate. What do you think I should do?
Last Saturday I went to the cinema with some friends. We saw Brad Pitt´s latest
film. It was really good. We usually go to the cinema twice a month because it´s
really expensive. Sometimes we go to the bowling alley, we had a kind of
competition the last time we went, and I won it, can you believe it?? Express your

Well, I must go now, I hope you are doing well at school. feeling

Write syoon, you too

Sarah. You don´t usually go

It´s being hard

Writing part 2 (100 words)

a) you see this post on an English language website

english campsites: a funny way to learn English and meet friends

Write an article about these questions. The best articles will be published on the site.

b) Your English teacher has asked you to write a story that start like this:

The ship left the harbour at sunset

Example questions: (titles provided)

 Languages: The best language to learn

 Places: The best place I have ever visited
 Advice: The most useful bit of advice I have ever received
 TV series: The most exciting series I have seen this year
 Restaurant: The best restaurant I have eaten in
 Tell her about your favourite
day

Tell her about a teacher you

have

Topics for Writing

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Hypothetical
What would you do if you were late for an important appointment?

What would you do if someone accused you of a crime you didn’t commit?

What would you do if you got lost in an unfamiliar city?

What would you do if you left something in a locked building?

What would you do if your best friend stole something from you?

What would you do if you didn’t have enough money to pay your bills?

What would you do if your children were caught shoplifting?

What would you do if your car got a flat tire on the freeway?

If you could change one thing about your past, what would it be?

If you could change one major historical event, what would it be?

Description
Describe a famous park or recreation area in your home country.

Describe an interesting neighbor you have had.

Describe something you could never give away.

Describe a place you will never forget.

Describe a sporting event you attended recently.

Describe a memorable birthday celebration.

Describe a place you go for recreation or exercise.

Describe your childhood home.

Describe someone you respect deeply.

Describe the nightlife in a city you are familiar with.

Narration
Tell about a recent interview.

Tell about a time when you lost something.

Tell about one of your fondest childhood memories.

Tell about a time when you lied to your parents, boss, or teacher.

Opinion
What is your opinion about cellular phones?

What is your opinion about women in the military?

What is your opinion about a current politician?

What is your opinion about violence on television?

What is your opinion about fortune telling?

What is your opinion about the tabloids?

What is your opinion about legalizing marijuana?

What is your opinion about the welfare system?

What is your opinion about cloning?

What is your opinion about recycling?

Tell about a time when you were treated unfairly.

Briefly tell about a movie you saw recently.

Tell about something you made ?from scratch.?

Tell about a “close call” you had recently.

Tell about something you wish had never happened.

Tell about a time when you inadvertently caused trouble for someone else.

Instructions
Tell how to find something on the Internet.

Tell how to feed family members who drop by unexpectedly.

Tell how to dump a boyfriend/girlfriend.

Tell how to get from your house to the supermarket.

Tell what to do in an earthquake.

Tell how to get someone to fall in love with you.

Tell how to make a paper airplane.

Tell how to get a good table at a restaurant.

Tell how to get a discount on an expensive item.

Tell how to discipline an unruly child.

WRITING
PART 1, EMAIL

Hi Sam, express your feelings

Guess what? I passed my driving license. I m so happy!!´
Next Saturday it will be my aunt´s birthday and I ´d like to buy her
a good present. I´m very close to her as we are more like friends
than relatives. What do you think I should buy her? She is very good at
painting and she loves reading. suggest
what about you? Do you have a good relationship with your relatilves? Answer

By the way, my dad has changed job and now we are moving to a different
city, I am worried because I´ll miss my friends a lot and I´ll have to meet new
People what is not easy for me. advise and tell him how to make
new friends
Well, I hope to hear from you soon.
Take care,
Michael

PART 2

ARTICLE WANTED

Write an article about the most exciting series you have seen this year. Tell us about its plot
and characters and why you consider it is good to see it .
 answer

Hi Tom,
First of all, I hope you and your family are OK. We are suffering a very complex
Situation because of the coronavirus. My parents and I are well although my
grandfather is at hospital. It´s horrible because we can´t see him or stay with him.
Express how you feel
At present we are not quarantined but we must follow all the tips the goverment is agree
telling us, like keeping distance and wearing a mask. Obviously, we must be responsable
of our behaviour in order to keep safe. Unfortunately, here in England not everybody
is aware of the danger of the virus and many people behave as if nothing happens. It´s really
disappointing. What about in your country? explain
Well, I must leave you now because I have my guitar lessons now.
Take care,
Sarah