Beginner 2 Writing Test

American English File Units 9-12

WRITING
Choose ONE (1) of the following questions. Write your answer in 60-80 words, following the
instructions for each option below. Be sure to write in the appropriate format for the option
you choose.

1. A reservation: You are planning to take a tour in another city you want to visit. Write a
formal email to reserve a place in the tour and ask some questions about it. Write two
or three paragraphs and use at least five words or phrases from the list below – make
sure to use the correct form!

 confirm  ask  going to

 Sincerely  know  prefer to
 would  art gallery  stay in
 some  theatre  go by
 how much  shopping mall  see

2. Describe your ambitions: Your friend asked you about your plans in Canada. Write an
informal email to a friend about what you want to do in Canada. Write one or two
paragraphs and use at least five words or phrases from the list below – make sure to use
the correct form!

 a lot  get  spend

 longest  become  learn
 better  fashionably  need
 all kinds of  politely  hope
 have  carefully  would like