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Writing Samples
Band 5.5

You have just received a credit card statement from your bank. The statement lists a number of expensive purchases that you are sure you did not make. Write a letter to the bank manager. In the letter: * Introduce yourself. * Explain that you did not buy the items listed. * Say what you would like the bank to do to fix the problem. You do not need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

Dear Sir or Madam, I hope you find
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 letter in good health. I am writing
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 letter to notify you that
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 I
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left some of my key
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 in your hotel Marriott.
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 week, I attended a conference organised by Google on 7th October 2025. I clearly remember that the
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 I left on a table near the coffee machine. The
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 contain some confidential papers of the client , and it was in a Black file with my name mentioned on top, Darshil Shingala. I need those
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 for my upcoming meeting next week
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 I need to present them to my client. I humbly request you to conduct
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thorough research
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 that area
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 if you find them, please call me on my phone +1(647)-885-6348. I will personally collect the
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 at the earliest time. I am looking forward to your positive response. Best Regards, Darshil

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introduction
State your name clearly at the start to introduce yourself.
structure
Keep one idea per paragraph. Start each paragraph with a main idea.
style
Use simple, short sentences. Avoid long clauses.
content
Be specific about what you want the bank to do, like search in a certain area or check records.
tone
Polite and respectful tone.
format
Clear closing with your contact details.
content
Gives context and date of event.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • credit card statement
  • expensive purchases
  • unauthorized transactions
  • account security
  • investigation
  • fraudulent activity
  • temporary freeze
  • dispute resolution
  • bank manager
  • account details
  • financial impact
  • transaction validity
  • identity theft
  • customer service
  • request confirmation
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