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You have been invited to attend an interview for a place on a course of study at a college. Unfortunately, because of a previous appointment, you cannot go to the interview at the time they wish. Write a letter to the admissions tutor. In your letter explain why you cannot keep the appointment apologise and offer to arrange a new appointment ask how long the interview will be, and whether there will be any tests during it

Dear Sir, Thank you for inviting me to an
interview
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 on November 5th. Unfortunately, I won't be able to attend on
this
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 day and time
due to
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 my exams that have already been
finalized
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finalised
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 by my school on the 5th at 1 pm. I am really grateful to get an opportunity for an
interview
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;
however
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, I would like to propose rescheduling on the 5th after 4 PM or anytime after November 5th. Please do let me know what time suits you
?
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.
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Moreover
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, I have a few questions. Could you please let me know how long the
interview
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 will
last
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, and during
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interview
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the interview
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, will there be any tests? I look forward to hearing back from you
and
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, and
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 thank you for your consideration. Warm Regards, Vishv Vavadiya

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task response
Task response: Your letter has all the needed parts. It says why you cannot come, asks to set a new time, and asks about the length and tests. If you want, you can add a simple apology line right at the start.
coherence
Coherence: The letter keeps a smooth flow. Keep each part on one idea and use small links if you need to move from one idea to another.
greeting and closing
Greeting and closing: Use a formal start and close. For a real feel, you may end with 'Yours sincerely' or 'Warm regards' and your name.
structure
Single idea per paragraph: Each paragraph should have one main idea. This helps the reader to see your point clearly.
tone
Polite tone and clear request to reschedule.
content
All parts of the task are included (reason, reschedule offer, questions).
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:
  • regrettably
  • previous engagement
  • commitment
  • unavoidable
  • sincere apology
  • reschedule
  • accommodate
  • flexibility
  • adequate preparation
  • assessment
  • inconvenience
  • availability
  • alternative appointment
  • invitation
  • admissions tutor
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