C2 · Formal Letter — Review

Exercise 1

A C2 formal letter

6 points

Tap the correct answer.

1

Which opening suits a letter to an editor?

2

Which challenges an argument firmly but politely?

3

Which is a concession?

4

"Dear Editor" — how do you sign off?

5

Which is the strongest close?

6

How long is a C2 Part 2 letter?

Exercise 2

Complete the formal phrase

6 points

Write the missing word or words.

1

While I that the article raised valid points, I disagree.

2

This little resemblance to reality.

3

A significant of households lack broadband.

4

Closing libraries would affect the poorest. (= unequally, more)

5

On the , they must continue to adapt.

6

I would your readers to reconsider.

Exercise 3

Write the letter

Writing practice

A newspaper has published an article claiming that young people no longer read books. Write a letter to the editor responding to the article and arguing your case. Write 280–320 words.

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