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Band 5+: 1. You are studying for a qualification, and you would like some time off work to complete it. Write a letter to your manager. In your letter: Ask for some time off to complete a qualification. Suggest what you will do later at work if you have time off. Say how the qualification helps your job or company.

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Dear Mrs. Aslami,

I hope you are doing well. I am writing this letter to reguest you some time off work to complete my master degree in the major of computer science.

I have been studying my master degree since 2024 and now it is my last semester. The lessons are really sophisticated and I have to write my Thesis. Therefore, I kindly reguest you give me some off days to complete my qualification. My time off work would not be more than two months. Although it is a short time to finish my master degree but I am the only one who take care of financial stability. Therefore, I have take time off not for more time.

I would like to return back and continue my job as normal. Even I commited to work harder to get promotion not only for my profit and also to improve organization.

After I complete my qualification I can assist more because I will concentrate more on my parctical skills during my graduation and when joining again to office I will become more profficent.

I look forwad to your from you soon.

Yours faithfully,

Ali Ahmadi

Word Count: 193

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Overall Band Score

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B1 - Intermediate
Using more sophisticated words could be beneficial.

Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:

complete: 3

master: 3

degree: 3

Try using synonyms for the above words

Task Response

The letter addresses all parts of the task, requesting time off, suggesting what will be done upon return, and explaining the qualification's benefits. There are some minor grammatical errors and awkward phrasing, but the overall message is clear. To improve, focus on using more natural and precise language and proofread carefully for errors.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally understandable, but the organization could be improved. Consider structuring your paragraphs more clearly around the three points mentioned in the task: the request for time off, what you will do upon return, and how the qualification benefits your job/company. Using more explicit signposting language can also help the reader follow your train of thought more easily.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate for the task, but there are some instances of imprecise word choice (e.g., "sophisticated lessons," "parctical skills," "profficent"). Expanding your range of vocabulary and focusing on using more precise language would enhance the clarity and impact of your writing. For example, instead of 'sophisticated lessons,' you could say 'demanding coursework.'

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

There are several grammatical errors throughout the letter that affect clarity. Pay close attention to verb tense consistency, subject-verb agreement, and correct article usage. For example, 'reguest' should be 'request,' and 'I have take time off' should be 'I have to take time off.' Proofreading carefully and using grammar resources can help improve accuracy.

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