Cambridge B1 Preliminary
B1 Preliminary (PET) - Writing Practice One
Time: 45 minutes
Part One
You must answer this question.
Write your answer in 100 words on the separate answer sheet.
Question 1
Read this email from your English-speaking friend Alex and the notes you have made.
From: Alex Chen <alexc@email.com>
Subject: Summer holiday plans
Hi!
I'm planning to visit your country this summer for two weeks1. I'd like to try some local food while I'm there2. What dishes should I definitely try?
Also, what's the weather like in summer? Should I bring warm clothes or just light ones3?
And one more thing - could you recommend a good area to stay in4?
Thanks!
Alex
Notes:
1 Say you're pleased
2 Suggest two traditional dishes
3 Explain about summer clothes
4 Recommend area and give reason
Write your email to Alex using all the notes.
Part Two
Write an answer to one of the questions 2-3 in this part. Write your answer in 100 words on the separate answer sheet.
2.
You see this notice in your local English-language magazine:
MY FAVOURITE SEASON
Tell us about your favourite season of the year!
- Which season do you like best?
- What do you usually do during this season?
- Why is it special for you?
The best articles will be published next month.
Write your article.
3.
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
Your story must begin with this sentence:
"When Tom opened the old box in the attic, he couldn't believe what he found."
Write your story.
