Professional Documents
Culture Documents
A. Useful language
Letters of giving advice can be written in formal and informal style depending on the
situation.
To Clarify Suggestions:
Formal Informal
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Closing Remarks:
Formal Informal
- I trust you will accept this advice - Hope this has helped
- I hope this will be of help - Let me know what happens
- I would very much like to know if this was
helpful
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Love,
Amie
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B. Exam focus
VSTEP WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You received an email from your English speaking friend, Tom. He asked you for
some information and advice about your region. Read part of his email below.
I’m going to spend a two week holiday in your city this summer. I feel quite worried
because I’ve never been there. Can you tell me a bit about your city as well as give me
some advice (things like the hotel or somewhere to stay, what to do and what clothes to
bring)? I want to prepare well for this trip and I look forward to seeing you, too.
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