You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. You have a Facebook friend living in another country and s/he is curious to learn about a major news item in your country. Write a letter to your Facebook friend. In your letter describe a news story in your country explain why people are interested in it say how the story personally relates to you You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear ..., You should write at least 150 words.

Dear Maninder, I hope
this
letter finds you in the best of spirits and radiant health. I am writing
this
letter to tell you about the NEET Exam leak scam, which is
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of
town
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these days. Many of us are interested in
this
issue because in India, in order to,gain entry into a professional medical course students are required to sit in and clear the
above mentioned
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entrance exam. Owing to
this
scam, pupils and their
guardian
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have become uncertain about their future and they are closely monitoring the situation
arised
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.
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, my younger brother Rajdeep was
also
a NEET aspirant. He prepared thoroughly for
this
competition and he was certain that he would easily get a seat in the Medicine course in a Public College.
However
,
after
this
scandal, he is not sure
about
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whether he will get the desired result or not. I hope
this
information gives you a deep insight
of
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the
headline
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running on a few news channels and newsletters. I am looking forward to hearing you on
this
. Yours lovingly, Jatinder.
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task achievement
Consider checking for minor grammatical errors and awkward phrases. For instance, 'monitoring the situation arised' should be 'monitoring the arising situation' or simply 'monitoring the situation.'
coherence cohesion
Using linking words or phrases could improve the flow between paragraphs and ideas, making the letter even more cohesive.
task achievement
The letter covers all necessary aspects of the task: it describes the news story, explains its importance, and includes a personal connection.
task achievement
Good use of a friendly and conversational tone suitable for writing to a friend.
coherence cohesion
The paragraphing is clear, with each paragraph focusing on a different aspect of the task.
coherence cohesion
The letter has a logical structure, starting with a greeting and closing with a strong, warm conclusion.

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  • Can’t speak smoothly without pauses.
  • Use simple words and lack vocabulary.
  • Feel nervous and anxious when speaking.
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