Writing Exam – My Introduction and My Home (A1 level)

Writing Exam – My Self-introduction and My Home (A1 level)

 

Instructions:

Write a short text of 50–70 words (about 5–7 sentences) introducing yourself. Include:

1. A greeting.
2. Your name.
3. Where you are from (city and country).
4. Your nationality.
5. The language you speak (and its variant if necessary).
6. A short description of your home (use simple adjectives, e.g., small, big, beautiful, new, old).
7. A farewell.

 

Example (About Me):

Hello!

My name is Elmer Santana.

I am from Cancún, Mexico.

I am Mexican.

I speak Spanish, English and French.

I live in a small flat in Cancún. It is simple but comfortable.

Goodbye!

(58 words)

 

✅ Assessment Guidelines

• Content (40%): The text includes all required elements (greeting, name, place of origin, nationality, language, home description, farewell).
• Language Accuracy (30%): Correct use of basic grammar and vocabulary (verb to be, simple present, capitalization, spelling).
• Coherence & Organization (20%): Sentences are written in a logical order and easy to understand.
• Length & Word Range (10%): The text respects the 50–70 word range and contains complete sentences.

Essay of Key Areas influenced by Social Media in Education

C1 Advanced – Writing Part 1: Essay

 

Instructions:

In the exam, you must answer this question. Write your answer in 220–260 words in an appropriate style.

 

Task:

Your class has had a lecture and a discussion on the topic of Social Media in Schools. You have made the notes below:

 

Key areas influenced by social media in education:

• Academic performance
• Social relationships
• Digital responsibility

 

Some opinions expressed during the discussion:

• “Social media provides useful tools for collaboration and learning.”
• “Social media strengthens relationships among students by encouraging communication and teamwork beyond the classroom.”
• “Students who use social media responsibly tend to perform well academically and manage their school life effectively.”

 

Write an essay discussing two of the points in your notes.

You should explain which point is more important, giving reasons in support of your answer.

 

Write your essay. 

Assessment Rubric:

B2-level Writing Exam Task – Informal Letter

 B2-level Writing Exam Task – Informal Letter

 

You have received this letter from your English-speaking friend:

 

Hi,

You’ve mentioned your best friend at school a few times, but I’d really love to know more about him or her. What is your best friend like? How did you two become close? What kinds of things do you usually do together? And what makes your friendship so special?

Write soon,

Alex

 

Write a reply to your friend. In your letter you should:

• Describe your best friend’s appearance and personality.
• Explain how you became friends and what you usually do together.
• Share a memorable experience you had with your friend.
• Say why this friendship is important to you.

 

Write your letter in 140–190 words. Use informal language and a friendly tone.

C1-level Writing Exam Task – Proposal

 C1-level Writing Exam Task – Proposal

 

Your school board is considering creating a new Art Club to strengthen the school’s cultural and creative life. You have been asked to write a proposal outlining your ideas.

Your proposal should:

• Describe the current opportunities for artistic activities within the school community.
• Suggest how the new Art Club could be organized (e.g., workshops, exhibitions, guest artists, competitions).
• Explain the benefits the club would bring to students, teachers, and the wider community.
• Make clear recommendations on how to implement the club successfully (e.g., schedule, resources, promotion).

 

Write your proposal in 220–260 words. Use formal language, persuasive arguments, and an appropriate structure with headings.

📝 B1 Writing Task – Article: Travel Adventure

 📝 B1 Writing Task – Article: Travel Adventure

Instructions:

Write an article about an exciting travel adventure you have experienced or imagine you have experienced. Include the following:

• Where and when the trip happened
• Who you travelled with
• What happened during the trip (interesting, funny, or unexpected moments)
• What you learned or how you felt at the end

Write between 100 and 150 words.

✅ Assessment Rubric (Maximum Score: 10 points)

Criteria	Description	Max. Points
Content	All parts of the task are covered and ideas are relevant to a travel adventure.	3
Organization & Coherence	Ideas are logically organized with clear paragraphs and connectors.	2
Grammar	Use of past tenses is mostly accurate; a variety of sentence structures is used.	2
Vocabulary	Good range of travel-related vocabulary and expressions.	2
Spelling & Punctuation	Minor errors that don’t affect understanding.	1
Total		/10

B2-level Writing Exam Task: A Report

 B2-level Writing Exam Task: A Report

 

A group of British exchange students will be visiting your town, and your English Department has commissioned a report on the local retail environment. Write a report for your Head of Department. In your report you should:

 

• describe the variety of shops and services available
• comment on pricing and accessibility
• suggest improvements that would enhance the shopping experience

 

Write your report between 140 and 190 words, with a formal or semi‑formal tone.

Scoring Guide

• 9–10 – Excellent, near-C1 level in that criterion
• 7–8 – Strong B2 performance, shows above-average skill
• 6 – Meets B2 pass standard
• 4–5 – Borderline B1/B2; some weaknesses
• 0–3 – Below B2 level

C1 Advanced Writing Exam – Part 1: Essay of Medical Services

 📝 C1 Advanced Writing Exam – Part 1: Essay

Task Type: Essay

Time: 45 minutes

Word Limit: 220–260 words

 

Communicative Purpose: To present a balanced discussion of the topic using formal, academic-style language.

 

Instructions to Candidates:

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 220–260 words in an appropriate style.

 

Writing Task:

You have attended a seminar about public services and your tutor has asked you to write an essay on local medical services in your town. You have made the notes below:

Local medical services:

• accessibility
• quality of care
• funding

Some opinions expressed in the discussion:

• “Many people still struggle to get a doctor’s appointment when they need one.”
• “Local hospitals offer excellent treatment, but waiting times are too long.”
• “Public medical services are underfunded and cannot keep up with demand.”

 

Write an essay discussing two of the points in your notes.

You should explain which point is more important, giving reasons to support your opinion.

You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.

 

✅ Assessment Focus:

• Content: relevant, well-developed ideas (2.5 points)
• Communicative Achievement: formal tone, consistent register (2.5 points)
• Organisation: clear structure with logical paragraphing and cohesive devices (2.5 points)
• Language: wide range of vocabulary and structures, accuracy and sophistication (2.5 points)