You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this.
Write a letter to your manager. In your letter
• explain why you want to take time off work
• give details of the amount of time you need
• suggest how your work could be covered while you are away
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear .................... ,
Samples
You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.
Write about the following topic:
Being a celebrity – such as a famous film star or sports personality – brings problems as well as benefits.
Do you think that being a celebrity brings more benefits or more problems?
Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.
Write at least 250 words.

