Practice Test A - Writing Test

Writing Test Instructions

  • On the official test, if you do not finish Task 1 in 27 minutes, the screen will move to Task 2. You cannot go back to Task 1. However, in this sample test, in order to move forward in the test you must click on "NEXT."

  • You have 53 minutes to complete this practice Writing Test.

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Practice Test A - Writing Task 1: Writing an Email

Time remaining: 27 minutes

Read the following information.

You and your teenage daughter visited the local library last weekend to find books for her school project. After searching for some time, you realized that the library did not have any books on the subject. This is not the first time that the library did not have something you need.

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Write an email to the librarian in about 150–200 words. Your email should do the following things:

  • Describe what you were trying to find.
  • Explain why you needed the book and how you tried to find it.
  • Suggest what the library can do to help you find the information you need.

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Practice Test A - Writing Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions

Time remaining: 27 minutes

Read the following information.

Work Schedule Survey
You work part-time at a company. Your manager is surveying all part-time staff about a new work schedule. One option is working Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The other option is working Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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Choose the option that you prefer. Why do you prefer your choice? Explain the reasons for your choice. Write about 150-200 words.





Explain the reasons for your choice. Write about 150-200 words.

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