You are currently taking a course at a university but you will need to have a week off during this course. Write a letter to the university of Dean. In the letter: •Give details of your course •Explain why you need a week off •Say what you want the Dean to do.
Good afternoon, dear Mr. Smith.
My name is Anastassia, and my student ID number is 123456. I'm a medical student at the university. I'm writing
this
letter with the purpose of asking for your advice and help.
First of all, I want to explain to you my paramount problem. We are teaching now one of the most important courses due to
the whole study process - pharmacology. This
is the only exam which has been passed for a grade of 100.
Unfortunately, my mom has to undergo some serious surgery. I'm convinced that I have to be with her due to
the surgery and a few days after it.
So, I am interested in asking for your permission for the week off, from the 15th of December to the 22nd of December.
I'll try to study the missing material while
waiting near my mom.
Thanks in advance, best regards.
Anastassia.Submitted by anastasia on
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greeting and closing
The greeting could be more formal, for example: 'Dear Mr. Smith,' instead of 'Good afternoon, dear Mr. Smith.'
single idea per paragraph
Ensure clarity by breaking the text into clearly defined paragraphs. This can enhance readability.
suitable writing tone
While explaining the reason for your absence, make sure to use sensitive language that shows respect for the situation. Maybe include more about the importance of being with family during difficult times.
complete response
You have provided a clear explanation of the course you are taking and detailed the necessity for your absence.
suitable writing tone
The writing tone is quite polite and respectful, demonstrating appropriate formality for the situation.
Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately
Linking words are very important in your essay.
To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.
Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.
In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.
Linking word examples:
- firstly
- secondly
- thirdly
- in additional
- moreover
- also
- for example
- for instance
- therefore
- however
- although
- even though
- despite
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