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Writing Paper Part 2. Task Type: Informal Email
| Content Should include an explanation of how the friend can reach their destination. It would be usual to describe two or three transport options and then say which you recommend most strongly. Should also describe the weather and suggest suitable clothing. |
| Communicative achievement Informal. Contracted forms (e.g. 'I'd' instead of 'I would') are acceptable, as are exclamation marks. The friend would be informed and would be confident about finding their way to the right destination. |
| Organisation Should have the layout of an informal email, with appropriate beginning and ending (e.g. 'Dear Jan', 'Best wishes' or 'With love'). Should acknowledge friend's email in the first paragraph. Use a maximum of three paragraphs. N.B. In the exam there is no need to write addresses. |
| Language Language of description ('Go right when you leave the airport....'), comparison (X whereas Y) and recommendation ('If I were you, I'd pack a thick jumper...') Should not contain major errors that lead to misunderstandings or that irritate the reader. |
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