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Writing Samples
Band 3.5

You are applying for a new job. Write a letter to a former supervisor asking for a reference. In your letter •describe the job you are applying for •say why you are qualified for the job •explain why you want a reference from this person Begin your letter as follows: Dear……

Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing
this
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 letter to make a request from you for reference. I am Rupinder Kaur
who
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I
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 worked in your trucking company for the
last
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 three years as an assistant dispatcher. I have applied for a job in XZS transportation as a main dispatcher. My duties include talking to
cutomers
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customers
, using the Avaal app, and many more. I am eligible for the position because I have more than 2 years
experience
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of experience
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 in the field.
Besides
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, I have successfully completed a 6 months dispatch training course from Rai dispatch. The XZS transportation company wants to hire
those person
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that person
those people
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 who has one
year
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year's
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experience
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of experience
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. In order to verify the experience, the company requires a
refernece
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reference
 from the former employer. I would
appricate
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appreciate
if
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it if
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 you help me
in
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with
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the
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this
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 matter. I am looking forward to your positive consideration. Your Faithfully, Rupinder Kaur.

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greeting and closing
Make sure to include a proper greeting, such as 'Dear [Supervisor's Name],'. This makes the letter more personal.
single idea per paragraph
You can enhance coherence by ensuring each paragraph focuses on one main idea. For example, you can separate your qualifications and reasons for the reference clearly.
complete response
Check for spelling errors, like 'refernece' which should be 'reference'. Small mistakes can affect the reader's view of your professionalism.
complete response
You clearly stated your experience and qualifications for the job, which is very clear and relevant.
suitable writing tone
You expressed appreciation and a positive attitude when requesting the reference, which creates a good impression.

Word Count

IELTS says that you should write a minimum of 150 words in writing task 1. If you go under word count you will lose marks in task response.

A very long letter will not give you a higher band score.

Aim for between 160 to 190 words in writing task 1. This will ensure a concise letter and will be realistic in terms of time management. You have only 20 minutes to write the letter and you need around 5 minutes of planning time, so you will not be able to write a long letter in 15 minutes.

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • reference
  • qualified
  • experience
  • skills
  • relationship
  • value
  • job title
  • company
  • purpose
  • context
  • vouch
  • work ethic
  • professionally
  • applying
  • recommendation
  • former supervisor
  • credentials
  • potential employer
  • testimony
  • recommend
  • support
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