Writing: Replying to an Email Flashcards

A friend emails asking you to meet on Saturday. You cannot go. What is the BEST way to start your reply?

Answer: Thanks for your email, but I am busy on Saturday.

Starting with acknowledgment and a clear reason is the correct KET reply structure.

Which closing is most appropriate for an informal email reply to a classmate?

Answer: Best wishes,

'Best wishes' is a natural, friendly closing suitable for informal email replies at KET level.

Your pen pal asks what you did last weekend. Which sentence uses the CORRECT tense?

Answer: I went to the park on Saturday.

Past simple 'went' is correct for a completed action in the past.

A friend asks you to recommend a good restaurant. Which reply is MOST helpful?

Answer: You should try Luigi's Pizza on Main Street — the food is great!

A specific recommendation with a reason is the most helpful and appropriate reply.

Which word correctly completes this sentence: 'I _____ your party, but I have to work.'?

Answer: would love to attend

'Would love to attend' is the correct structure using 'would love to + infinitive'.

Your friend asks how you are feeling after being sick. Which reply is MOST natural?

Answer: I am now feeling much better, thank you for asking!

This reply directly answers the question in natural, friendly English.

A friend invites you to a movie on Friday. You want to accept. Which reply is CORRECT?

Answer: That sounds great! I would love to come.

'That sounds great! I would love to come' is a natural, enthusiastic acceptance.