Questions 1-5
Writing · 8 min · 5 questions
Directions: In this part of the test, you will write ONE sentence that is based on a picture. With each picture, you will be given TWO words or phrases that you must use in your sentence. You may change the forms of the words and you may use the words in any order.
Question group 11 – 5
Write a sentence based on a picture
- 1.
wait / platform
- 2.
carry / boxes
- 3.
because / closed
- 4.
menu / choose
- 5.
while / repair
Questions 6-7
Writing · 20 min · 2 questions
Directions: Read the e-mail below and write a response. Your response should use a tone and level of formality that is appropriate for the situation.
Question group 16 – 7
Respond to an email
- 6.
E-mail
From: orders@brightlinesupply.com | To: Karen Whitfield | Subject: Order #4471 — delivery update | Sent: October 2, 20—
Dear Ms. Whitfield,
Thank you for your recent order. We are writing to inform you that Order #4471, containing sixty office chairs, will arrive later than the date we originally confirmed. Our warehouse has been affected by a shortage at one of our manufacturers, and we now expect to deliver in the final week of October.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
Regards, Brightline Supply — Customer Orders
Directions: Respond to the e-mail as if you are Karen Whitfield. In your e-mail, make ONE statement about the problem the delay causes and make TWO requests for information.
- 7.
E-mail
From: t.nakamura@meridianlogistics.com | To: Department staff | Subject: Optional Saturday workshop | Sent: May 9, 20—
Hello everyone,
Our department will run an optional workshop on the new inventory software on Saturday 24 May. The session will last about four hours and lunch will be provided. Places are limited, so please reply to this message if you would like to attend.
Best regards, Toshi Nakamura — Operations
Directions: Respond to the e-mail. In your e-mail, ask TWO questions and make ONE suggestion.
Question 8
Writing · 30 min · 1 questions
Directions: Read the question below. You have 30 minutes to plan, write, and revise your essay. Typically, an effective response will contain a minimum of 300 words.
Question group 18
- 8.
Some companies now allow their employees to work from home instead of coming to an office every day. Do you think working from home is better than working in an office? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.