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Writing · B2

Turn your thoughts into clear, confident words. Original lessons, useful examples and feedback, from A1 to C1.

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Writing

B2

A formal proposal

Write 180–220 words proposing an improvement to a shared workplace or study space. Include a problem, a solution and a way to evaluate it.

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Report

B2

A report on a study space

Write 180–220 words for a college committee about a shared study room. Describe two current problems, compare possible improvements and recommend a priority. Explain how the college could evaluate the change. You may invent plausible observations for this practice task.

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B2

A report

170–230 words · Report. Write a report for a college manager on a fictional study room. Your observations: 24 seats; all occupied at lunchtime on three visits; six power sockets; frequent group conversations; students request both quiet study and collaboration space. Summarise the problems and make feasible recommendations without claiming your observations represent everyone.

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Opinion essay

B2

Should classes start later?

Write 180–220 words discussing whether a college should start classes later in the morning. Develop your position with two reasons, consider an opposing view and suggest a practical condition or compromise. Use hypothetical examples rather than unsupported statistics.

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B2

Opinion essay – agree or disagree with a statement

170–230 words · Opinion essay. Respond to the statement: 'Every university course should include a period of work experience.' Give a clear position, develop reasons and consider a limitation or counterargument.

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Formal email

B2

Formal email or letter asking for information

170–230 words · Formal email. You are interested in a weekend photography course advertised without full details. Write to the organiser asking about class size, required equipment and accessibility for a participant who cannot use stairs. Explain what you hope to learn and request the information before booking.

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Complaint

B2

Writing formal letter of complaint – Tips, examples and exercises

170–230 words · Complaint. You booked a fictional two-day design workshop advertised as including individual feedback and access to computers. There were too few computers, and your work received no feedback. Write to the organiser describing the problem, its effect and a proportionate remedy you would accept.

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Discussion essay

B2

Writing a discussion essay: Discuss two views and give your opinion

170–230 words · Discussion essay. Discuss these views: 'Public libraries should spend most of their budget on books' and 'Libraries should prioritise shared working spaces and activities.' Explain both views and give your own opinion.

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Formal apology

B2

A formal letter of apology

170–230 words · Formal apology. You coordinate a community event. A room booking error caused a visiting speaker to wait for forty minutes and shortened their session. Write an apology explaining the error, acknowledging its effect and proposing corrective action.

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Review

B2

A film review

170–230 words · Review. Write a review for a student website of a real or invented film. Give a spoiler-free premise, assess two aspects such as acting and pacing, and recommend it to a particular audience. The model reviews an invented film.

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Article

B2

Writing an article for the First exam

140–190 words · Article. An English-language magazine asks: 'What skill would you like more people to learn, and how could they start?' Write an original exam-style article answering both questions. Use an engaging title and support your ideas. This is independent practice, not an official exam paper.

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Application

B2

Writing an email cover letter

170–230 words · Application. A fictional environmental organisation seeks a part-time events assistant. Duties include coordinating volunteers, writing clear updates and tracking bookings. Write a cover email using two relevant examples, explain your interest and state your availability.

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Professional email

B2

Following up after a meeting

170–230 words · Professional email. Write a follow-up email after a fictional project meeting. Agreed: Jo drafts the survey by Friday; you test it on Monday; the team reviews results on Wednesday. Unresolved: whether to translate it. Summarise actions, distinguish the open decision and ask recipients to correct any misunderstanding. This is an extra practice topic.

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