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Task 16 · Requesting time off work

Task 1 · Writing an Email — a realistic situation requiring a 150-200 word email: complaint, request, apology, recommendation, cancellation, workplace or neighbourhood issue

Writing Task 1W1-16Intermediate
150-200 words

Requesting time off work

Your sister is getting married overseas and you need ten days off work, but the wedding falls during a busy period for your department.

Write to: Your manager · Formal tone

Write an email to your manager requesting time off.

Write an email of 150-200 words. Read the situation, then write to the person named. Cover every required point, keep the tone appropriate, and organise your email into short paragraphs. You have 27 minutes for both writing tasks in the real test; aim for about 15 minutes here.

You must include

  • • State the dates you are requesting
  • • Explain the reason
  • • Say how your work will be covered
  • • Acknowledge the timing and ask for confirmation

Question 16 of 30

Every question is prewritten and always available — no AI credits needed.
  1. 1. Greeting
  2. 2. Opening purpose
  3. 3. Point 1
  4. 4. Explanation
  5. 5. Point 2
  6. 6. Explanation
  7. 7. Point 3
  8. 8. Explanation
  9. 9. Closing
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0 words · target 150-2000 characters