Cambridge B1 Preliminary
B1 Preliminary (PET) - Writing Practice Six
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 Jordan and the notes you have made.
From: Jordan Lee <jordanlee@email.com>
Subject: Learning to drive
Hi!
I've finally decided to learn to drive1! I've found a driving school, but I'm quite nervous about starting lessons2.
How long did it take you to learn? And do you have any suggestions about the best way to prepare for lessons3?
Could we meet for coffee this weekend to talk about it4?
Best wishes,
Jordan
Notes:
1 Show you're pleased
2 Give two reasons not to worry
3 Suggest how to prepare
4 Respond about meeting
Write your email to Jordan 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 newsletter:
MY NEIGHBOURHOOD
Tell us about where you live!
- What's special about your neighbourhood?
- What facilities are there nearby?
- How has it changed recently?
The best articles will be shared in our community newsletter.
Write your article.
3.
Your story must begin with this sentence:
"The moment Alice opened the door to the new restaurant, everything was different from what she expected."
Write your story.
