Writing at B1 Level Flashcards

You are writing an email to your landlord to report a broken heater. Which opening is most appropriate for B1 level?

Answer: Dear Mr Brown, I am writing to let you know that the heater in my flat is not working.

A semi-formal email to a landlord should use 'Dear', a clear opening statement, and polite language. The first option is appropriately polite and clear.

Which sentence is the best way to make a polite request in a formal email?

Answer: Could you please send me the form as soon as possible?

'Could you please' is a polite and formal request structure suitable for B1 written communication. The other options are too direct or informal.

Which of the following correctly starts a formal letter of complaint?

Answer: I am writing to complain about the service I received on 12 March.

A formal complaint letter should state its purpose clearly in the first sentence using formal language. The first option does this accurately and politely.

Which linking word best completes the sentence? 'The flat is very spacious. ___, it is close to the city centre.'

Answer: Furthermore

'Furthermore' or 'Moreover' is used to add a positive point to another positive point. 'However' introduces contrast, which is not needed here.

A friend asks you to write a short note explaining you will be 30 minutes late to meet them. Which note is most appropriate?

Answer: Hi Maria, I'm so sorry but I'm going to be about 30 minutes late. I'll explain when I get there. See you soon!

An informal note to a friend should be friendly, clear and give the key information. The first option is appropriately informal but still clear.

Which sentence uses a connective of reason correctly?

Answer: I left early because the meeting finished sooner than expected.

'Because' introduces a reason. 'Although' introduces contrast. 'Despite' is followed by a noun or gerund, not a clause. 'However' connects separate sentences.