You live in a room in college which you share with another student. However, there are many problems with this arrangement, and you find it very difficult to work. Write a letter to the accommodation officer at the college. In the letter, • describe the situation • explain your problems and why it is difficult to work • say what kind of accommodation you would prefer

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to let you know that I am unhappy with my current living conditions. The room itself is excellent but my current roommate is a source of

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great disturbance. She has become intolerable, making it almost impossible for me to work. I hope you will consider my situation favourably. Let me explain my situation. The problems started about three months ago when a new student moved in. Before that, my previous roommate was extraordinarily considerate, and that made my college life was enjoyable and pleasant. The new student,

however

, is driving me insane due to our different lifestyles. She always stays up almost all night or is inviting her friends over regardless of the time. As

such

, I have not been able to sleep properly and,

therefore

, cannot concentrate on my studies. Would you kindly transfer me to a single room? I would much prefer living alone because my studies are getting into the most intensive part. Any distractions at

this

time could cause me unfavourable test results. Thank you for your consideration. Yours faithfully, Sai