IELTS Writing Correction Service /
Writing Samples /
Band 3

You are working for a company. You need to take some time off work and want to ask your manager about this. Questions: 1.Explain why you want to take time off work 2.Give details of the amount of time you need 3.Suggest how your work could be covered while you are away

#company #time #work #manager #questions #amount
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to you to enquire about taking some time off my
work
. I would be
greatful
Correct your spelling
grateful
 if you could allow me some time off my
work
. Because
,
Remove the comma
apply
show examples
 today is my mother's birthday. So I need a lot of duration to celebrate her birthday. First of all, I have to book into restaurant
from
Change preposition
apply
show examples
near the beach. Usually, restaurants
always
Add a missing verb
are always
show examples
 busy in the evening. We are going to try
this
 Italian fish restaurant on the seafront. They do really good food at that place and it is not very expensive either.
Also
, I have to buy a mesmerizing dress for my mommy. Because my mom
worth
Add a missing verb
was worth
show examples
it
Correct pronoun usage
apply
show examples
expensive presents.
In addition
 to
this
, I would like to make party cakes for my queen. I suggest if you could give me extra time off my
work
 I will labour out of my
work
 tomorrow. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, Po‘latova Parizoda.
Submitted by omondavlat91 on

Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site’s author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Writing9 with appropriate and specific direction to the original content.

task achievement
Make sure the response is directly relevant to the questions asked, focusing on why time off is needed, the specific period of time for the leave, and suggestions for covering the work in a business context.
coherence cohesion
Structure your letter with clear paragraphs for the introduction, body, and conclusion. Use a range of linking words to help with the structure and flow.
task achievement
Provide specific examples related to the work context, such as how your responsibilities could be managed in your absence, rather than focusing on personal plans.

Fully explain your ideas

To get an excellent score in the IELTS Task 2 writing section, one of the easiest and most effective tips is structuring your writing in the most solid format. A great argument essay structure may be divided to four paragraphs, in which comprises of four sentences (excluding the conclusion paragraph, which comprises of three sentences).

For we to consider an essay structure a great one, it should be looking like this:

  • Paragraph 1 - Introduction
    • Sentence 1 - Background statement
    • Sentence 2 - Detailed background statement
    • Sentence 3 - Thesis
    • Sentence 4 - Outline sentence
  • Paragraph 2 - First supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 3 - Second supporting paragraph
    • Sentence 1 - Topic sentence
    • Sentence 2 - Example
    • Sentence 3 - Discussion
    • Sentence 4 - Conclusion
  • Paragraph 4 - Conclusion
    • Sentence 1 - Summary
    • Sentence 2 - Restatement of thesis
    • Sentence 3 - Prediction or recommendation

Our recommended essay structure above comprises of fifteen (15) sentences, which will make your essay approximately 250 to 275 words.

Discover more tips in The Ultimate Guide to Get a Target Band Score of 7+ »— a book that's free for 🚀 Premium users.

Ultimate Speaking practice for IELTS

Practice speaking step by step, answer real-life questions, and build your confidence. Start your free trial and improve your speaking skills today!
What to do next:
Look at other essays:

Essentional vocabulary list for IELTS Writing 7+

Learn how to write high-scoring essays with powerful words.
Download Free PDF and start improving you writing skills today!