PET Writing Skills & Composition 2

Question 1

You are writing an email to a friend describing a film you recently saw. Which opening sentence is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Hi Sarah, I just got back from seeing an amazing film and had to tell you about it!

Answer

An informal, enthusiastic opening suits a personal email to a friend.

Question 2

In a PET writing task, you must use ALL the notes given in the question. Why is this important?

Accepted Answer

Because the examiner checks that all required information is included.

Answer

Missing required information from the notes results in lost marks for content.

Question 3

Which sentence best uses a discourse marker to contrast two ideas?

Accepted Answer

I like coffee; however, I prefer tea in the morning.

Answer

'However' signals a contrast between liking coffee and preferring tea at a specific time.

Question 4

A PET candidate writes: 'The whether was nice.' What type of error is this?

Accepted Answer

Spelling/vocabulary error (wrong homophone)

Answer

'Whether' and 'weather' are homophones; using the wrong one is a vocabulary/spelling error.

Question 5

When writing a story for PET, which technique makes the opening most engaging?

Accepted Answer

Open with action, dialogue, or a surprising statement to hook the reader.

Answer

An engaging opener with action or dialogue draws the reader in immediately.

(PET) Preliminary English Test Practice Test