You and your friend have booked tickets to go to the theatre. You are now unable to go but have found another friend to accompany him/her instead. Write a letter to your friend. In the letter, explain why you can not go to the theatre with your friend say who can go instead of you tell them why you think this person would be good to go with Write at least 150 words.

Dear Conor, I am extremely sorry that I am not able to come with you for the movie night tomorrow as I have a family dinner at my uncle’s house. I know you asked me before booking the picture tickets regarding my plans, and I gave you a green signal for that as well, but I had forgotten about my uncle’s birthday dinner party.
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, I talked with Mathew yesterday about his plans, and I got to know, he is available to join you at movie night. I will share his contact details with you so that you can contact him and you both can plan.
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, Mathew has good taste in Marvel sequences, and I am pretty sure you would love his company.
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, Mathew and I have some common personality traits, and I believe you guys would have a great time together. Once again, I apologize for calling off. Kind Regards, John

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Use a variety of complex and simple sentences

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‘Complex’ sentences are not actually very complex; they are just two or more simple sentences put together. Putting them together makes the essay more coherent and cohesive.

Examples:

I really want to study but I’m too tired.

I wore a warm coat because the weather was cold.

If action is not taken soon on climate change, global warming will get worse.

Topic Vocabulary:
  • unforeseen circumstance
  • apologize
  • details of the event
  • companion
  • interested
  • performances
  • appreciate
  • great company
  • enjoyable
  • performances
  • catch up
  • outgoing
  • entertaining
  • arts
  • theatrical
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