Cambridge B1 Preliminary
B1 Preliminary (PET) - Writing Practice Two
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 Pat and the notes you have made.
From: Pat Wilson <patwilson@email.com>
Subject: Moving house
Hi!
Great news - I've just moved to a new flat in the city centre1! The only problem is that I need to buy some furniture2.
There are lots of shops near me, but everything is quite expensive. Do you know any good places where I can find cheap furniture3?
Would you like to come and see my new place next weekend4?
Best wishes,
Pat
Notes:
1 Say congratulations
2 Suggest two types of furniture
3 Recommend where to shop
4 Reply about visit
Write your email to Pat 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 on a local community website:
LOCAL MARKETS
Tell us about a market in your area!
- What can people buy there?
- When is the best time to visit?
- Why do you like shopping there?
We will publish the most interesting articles on our website.
Write your article.
3.
Your story must begin with this sentence:
"Jenny looked at the missed calls on her phone and smiled."
Write your story.
