Letter

Band 7+: 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 the qualification. suggest what would you do later at work if you have time off. say how your qualification will help your job or company.

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Dear Ms. June,

this is Herbert writing. I am writing to request some time off work to complete my qualifications. Additionally, we have many projects to finish, and we have only been given three weeks to accomplish them.

With this in mind, I would like to focus my efforts on successfully completing these projects within the given timeframe and submitting them before the deadline.

I propose to work overtime and take an additional test that my colleagues are handling, which would help me manage my time effectively.

If you allow me to take some time off, this way I can work on my project smoothly and efficiently. Once I complete and pass my qualifications, I will acquire new skills that I have not had the opportunity to develop in our company and help raise our company’s name. We can also improve the company’s sales to a better level and on a stable finance.

Yours Sincerely,

Herbert.

Word Count: 156

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Overall Band Score

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Vocabulary Complexity:
B2 - Upper Intermediate
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Grammar Mistakes: N/A

Vocabulary Repetition:
No noticeable repetition! Great job!

Task Response

The letter addresses the task but includes some irrelevant information and lacks clarity in certain areas. The request for time off is mentioned, but the connection to completing the qualification isn't clearly established. The suggestions for what you would do later at work are vague. To improve, clearly state the dates you need off, directly link the time off to studying for the qualification, and provide specific examples of how the qualification will benefit your job and the company.

Coherence & Cohesion

The letter is generally well-organized and the message is clear. However, the transition between the request for time off and the discussion of current projects could be smoother. Consider explicitly linking the need for time off to the ability to better contribute to the projects later. Also, ensure each paragraph has a clear focus to enhance coherence.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary used is appropriate and conveys the message effectively. To further enhance the lexical resource, try incorporating more specific vocabulary related to project management or the benefits of the qualification. For example, instead of 'raise our company's name,' you could use 'enhance our company's reputation' or 'improve our company's market position.'

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The letter demonstrates a good command of grammar with only minor errors. Pay attention to sentence structure for clarity. For instance, the sentence 'Once I complete and pass my qualifications, I will acquire new skills that I have not had the opportunity to develop in our company and help raise our company's name' could be restructured for better flow and impact.

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