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You recently stayed at a hotel and were unhappy with the service. Write a letter to the hotel manager. In your letter: explain why you were there, describe the problems, and say what you would like the manager to do.
Some people think students should study the subjects they choose; others believe schools should decide the subjects. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
“Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with my recent stay at your hotel from 3–5 March, which fell well below the standard I expected. Although I had booked a quiet room for a business trip, I was disturbed throughout by noise from ongoing repairs, and the air-conditioning failed on both nights.”
Why Band 8: correct formal tone, a clear purpose, and it addresses the bullet points in order.
“While allowing students to choose their own subjects can boost motivation, I believe a balanced curriculum partly guided by schools better prepares young people for an uncertain future.” A clear thesis that acknowledges both views and states a position scores well on Task Response.
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