Writing task 1

You recently attended a conference and you would like to give a presentation about the information you gained by attending the conference.

Write a letter to your manager asking for permission to give a presentation. In your letter:

describe what type of presentation you have in mind

what topics it would cover and how long it would take

who should participate in the presentation and where should it be conducted

You do NOT need to write any address.

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You should write at least 150 words.

Writing task 2

Present a written argument or case to an educated reader with no specialist knowledge of the following topic.

Should wealthy nations be required to share their wealth among poorer nations by providing such things as food and education? Or is it the responsibility of the governments of poorer nations to look after their citizens themselves?

Use your own ideas, knowledge and experience and support your arguments with examples and with relevant evidence.

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

You should write at least 250 words.