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WRITING TASK 1
150+ words · 20 min suggested · Lesson 5 of 52 · 30 XP
Prompt
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. 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 Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear...
ShapeTask 1 paragraph map
- Paraphrase the chart description.
- State what the visual covers — years, groups, place.
- Two sentences only.
- Biggest trend + most notable comparison — no data yet.
- Report main group or highest values with figures.
- Use precise trend verbs (rose sharply, plateaued).
- Report the contrasting group or lowest values.
- Draw a comparison — ratios, differences, or timings.
Your response
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Write at least 90 words first — then the model answers unlock automatically. Current: 0 / 90.
Self-assessment
Rate your draft on each criterion (1–9)
Addresses all parts of the prompt with a clear position and relevant ideas.
Logical flow between ideas; paragraphs signposted with varied linkers.
Range and accuracy of vocabulary; natural collocations.
Range of structures used accurately; few errors impede meaning.