NOTE: The CPE writing test is not an intelligence or general knowledge test. It is a writing proficiency test judged on structure (organization and development) and style (standard and appropriate English). That is why we have developed this series of activities which you will find at the end of first lesson in every unit. These activities help students know how their writing skills (organization, grammar, sentence structure) match with what’s expected in their CPE written assignments.

ACTIVITY 123: Now you are going to do some brief writing assignments. The creative part of these exercises is the proof whether (or not) our students are developing their skills. So, we are not giving you "right answers" but just "introductory pointers" to help you. Type each assignment inside the yellow boxes (2 or 3 lines is enough). Then check the answers.

A.

You have been invited to a party. Because of possible alternative commitments, you are not sure if you will be able to attend, although you would like to. Explain the position to your host.

B.

Someone is very angry with your brother or sister because he or she did not turn up for an appointment. You do not know the facts of the case but are sure no offence was intended. Give reasons for supposing that an unfortunate misunderstanding has taken place.

C.

A member of your family is getting married. Ask your boss for the day off.

D.

Someone is smoking in a non-smoking compartment. Politely ask him not to do this.

E.

You have completed the work you have been doing. Ask your boss for further instructions and suggest one or two useful things you could do.

CONGRATULATIONS! You have finished  LESSON 25  
at OM Personal CPE - Certificate of Proficiency in English.
Before moving on to the next lesson, please remember
to revise everything you have learnt here.