Writing task 1

You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it.

Write a letter to your manager. In your letter:

Ask for some time off to complete a qualification.

Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off.

Say how the qualification helps your job or company.

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You should write at least 150 单词.

Writing task 2

Write about the following topic:

In many countries, very few young people read newspapers or follow the news on TV. What do you think are the causes of this?

What solutions can you suggest?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

You should write at least 250 单词.