Name _______________________________________

C1 End-of-course writing test

Note to the teacher:

This writing test is an optional section of the end-of-course test. There are three versions, A, B, or C. Each
student needs to do only one of these versions. Please use the marking scheme to help you score your students.

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Name _______________________________________

C1 End-of-course writing test

WRITING TEST A

Write a discursive essay on the following topic.

Write 200–260 words.

Traditionally, lectures were used to teach large

numbers of students. Nowadays, new technology is
increasingly being used instead. What are the
advantages and disadvantages of this new approach to
teaching?
In your essay, you should:
 begin with an introductory paragraph
 include one main idea in each paragraph
 introduce at least one contrast
 finish with a concluding paragraph

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C1 End-of-course writing test

WRITING TEST B

Write a story that you know of involving either

success or failure. Write 200–260 words.

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C1 End-of-course writing test

WRITING TEST C

You have just read the following advertisement in a

magazine. Write an email to request further
information. Write 200–260 words.

Digital Photography Weekend

Learn the art of photography on this fun and relaxed
digital photography weekend set in the beautiful
village of Gaucin in Andalusia, Spain.
Aimed at beginners and those with just a little
experience, this great-value weekend offers pretty
much everything you’ll need for a photography
holiday in Spain, including accommodation in
stunning surroundings, delicious food and transfers to
and from Malaga airport.
In your email, you should:
 explain why you are writing
 give some background information about yourself
 ask at least three questions

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