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B2 · Pre-advanced35 min

Formal email or letter asking for information

Syllabus topic 1: 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.

Your writing task

Write 170–230 words. 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.

Writing focus

Indirect questions use statement word order: Could you tell me how large the classes are? Group related questions instead of writing an unstructured list.

Your progress

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My plan

Plan, write, revise

Suggested structure

  1. State your interest and learning goal.
  2. Group precise questions about the course and access.
  3. Explain why the information matters and close politely.

Useful language

  • I am considering enrolling in…
  • Could you clarify whether…?
  • I would appreciate further information about…

Use these phrases if they fit your ideas. There is no single correct response.

0 words · Suggested: 170–230Restoring your draft…

170 more words to reach the suggested range.

Review your draft

This is guided self-review, not automatic grading. The word range is a guide. Editing your text clears the checklist so you can review the new version; previous lesson completion stays in your history.

See an illustrative response

Dear Course Coordinator, I am considering enrolling in your weekend photography course and would appreciate some further information before making a booking. I already use a basic camera, but I would particularly like to improve my understanding of lighting and composition. Could you tell me how many participants usually attend each class? I am interested in a course where there is enough time for individual feedback. I would also like to know whether students need to bring a particular type of camera or any additional equipment. If some equipment is provided, please explain what is included in the course fee. Finally, I would be grateful for details of access to the teaching rooms. A friend who may attend with me cannot use stairs. Are the classrooms and facilities accessible without steps, and would the planned outdoor activities be suitable for her? These details will help us decide whether the course meets our needs. Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards, Mia Carter

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