TASK 1You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You had arranged to meet a friend next week, but you have
TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You had arranged to meet a friend next week, but you have realized that you will not be able to go. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter:
- Cancel the meeting with your friend and apologize
- Explain why you cannot be able to meet your friend
- Suggest where and when you could see each other instead
You should write at least 120 words. Your response will be evaluated in terms of Task fulfillment, Organization, Vocabulary and Grammar.
Quảng cáo
Analyse the task
· This is a personal/informal letter to a friend.
· Purpose: cancel a meeting, explain why, and suggest a new time/place.
· Word count: at least 120 words.
· Time: about 20 minutes.
Structure of the Letter
a) Opening & Apology
Greet your friend (e.g., Dear Anna, Hi David,).
Immediately apologize and cancel the meeting.
b) Explanation
Give a clear reason (realistic and polite).
Example: “I’ve just found out that I have an important exam on the same day.”
c) New Plan & Closing
Suggest an alternative time and place.
Example: “How about meeting next Saturday at the café near the park?”
Close warmly (e.g., Take care, See you soon,).
v Useful structures
Apologizing & Cancelling:
· I’m really sorry, but I can’t make it to our meeting…
· Unfortunately, I’ll have to cancel…
Explaining:
· The reason is that…
· I’ve just realized that…
· I need to… / I have to…
Suggesting new arrangements:
· Could we meet instead on…?
· How about meeting at…?
· Would next week be convenient for you?
Closing:
· Looking forward to seeing you soon.
· Hope you understand.
· Best, / Yours, / Take care,
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