Writing: Emails Flashcards

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Which sentence avoids a common CELPIP grammar error?
Answer: I have lived here for three years.
Present perfect with "for" correctly expresses duration up to now.
What does the CELPIP "Coherence/Meaning" criterion assess?
Answer: How clearly ideas connect and are understood
Coherence/Meaning measures clarity and logical flow of ideas.
Which opening fits an email apologizing to a coworker?
Answer: I am writing to apologize for missing our meeting.
A direct, sincere apology statement sets the right tone.
How should you handle spelling on the CELPIP email task?
Answer: Proofread to minimize errors
Spelling affects scoring, so leave time to proofread.
Which phrase best politely declines an invitation by email?
Answer: Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend.
A softened, polite decline maintains professional tone.
What should the body paragraphs of the email focus on?
Answer: Details that address each bullet point
Body paragraphs should develop the required bullet points with detail.
Which is the best example of clear, specific information in an email?
Answer: The leak started on Monday in the kitchen ceiling.
Specific details (when, where, what) improve clarity and content scores.