Eiken Test Writing: Letter and Email Composition

Question 1

In an Eiken Grade 2 letter writing task, approximately how many words are typically expected in the response?

Accepted Answer

80–100 words

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25–35 words

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50–60 words

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150–200 words

Question 2

What is the typical format of an Eiken letter writing prompt at Grade Pre-2?

Accepted Answer

Write a response to a friend's letter addressing specific questions

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Write a formal complaint to a company

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Write a business email to a client

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Write a formal academic essay

Question 3

Which of the following is the most appropriate opening line for a response letter in an Eiken writing task?

Accepted Answer

Thank you for your letter.

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To whom it may concern,

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Dear Sir or Madam,

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I am writing with regard to your inquiry.

Question 4

In an Eiken letter writing task, how many questions from the prompt letter must the test-taker typically answer?

Accepted Answer

All questions in the prompt

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One question only

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Any two of the questions at the test-taker's choice

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Questions are optional and may be skipped

Question 5

Which closing phrase is most appropriate for an Eiken letter addressed to a friend?

Accepted Answer

Best wishes,

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Yours sincerely,

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Respectfully yours,

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To whom it may concern,

Question 6

What is the primary purpose of the body section in an Eiken letter writing response?

Accepted Answer

To address the specific questions or topics raised in the prompt letter

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To introduce yourself and your background in detail

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To provide formal citations and references

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To summarize an unrelated news article

Question 7

In Eiken writing assessment, what does the scoring criterion called "content" primarily evaluate?

Accepted Answer

The relevance and completeness of the ideas expressed

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The total number of words written

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The accuracy of grammar and spelling only

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The neatness of handwriting