Writing Paper: Part 2
Task type: A formal letter

Question
You are reading an English language magazine and you see details of a language school that you are interested in.

Write your letter to the Principal of the school. (around 120-180 words)

School: Bridges

Dear Sir,

I am writing with regard to your advertisement in the Sunday's{1} edition of Glamour, in which you offer an English course that meets my own expectations. I am interested in a twelve-month intensive English course, four or five hours per week if possible.

I am 18 and have been studying English for ten years, which implies my level is high. However, I am sure I need to improve lots of things. Despite the fact {***} {2} I am quite good at grammar and use of English, I must admit I have difficulties in phrasal verbs and listening exercises. Apart from this, I would also like to improve my level of comprehension and vocabulary, through dynamic exercises which help me remember new words. {3}

I am very interested in languages, and my favourite hobbies are reading, writing, and studying English as well as Italian. I consider all these activities are worthwhile since they make you develop your intellectual skills. Besides, I enjoy doing different activities every day in order to take advantage of the experience I may gain and the things I can learn.

As I am not quite busy next week{4}, I would prefer to start on Monday, and would appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience.

Yours faithfully,

Alejandra de Picciotto.