B2 Upper-intermediate
Writing
IELTS · Academic & General Training
Education
About 20 minutes
1 question
IELTS General Training — Semi-formal letter: Requesting a Course Reference
About this practice test
Practise B2 English writing for IELTS General Training with an appropriately toned letter about requesting a course reference.
What you’ll practice
Answering the task
Address the purpose, audience and every requirement.
Developing your ideas
Build clear paragraphs with relevant support.
Using language well
Choose precise vocabulary and varied, accurate sentences.
What to expect:
1 writing task. Write and save each response, then choose feedback for 25 coins. Sign in to receive feedback and unofficial practice band estimates.
The practice timer allows 20 minutes.
Study the questions and tasks
Work through the material below, or start the interactive practice above to complete an attempt. Use the task instructions and the guidance at the end of the page to review your own response.
- Practice level
- B2. Try this level if you can follow the instructions and understand most of the language; choose an earlier level if you need more support.
- Question formats
- Writing response
How to approach this practice
Identify the purpose of the task and plan your main points before writing. For a visual task, compare the important features and use the supplied data accurately.
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Requesting a Course Reference · IELTS General Training — Semi-formal letter
Write your own response, addressing every part of the task.
You are applying for a practical course and need a reference from a tutor who taught you last year. Write to your former tutor.
Task requirements
- Explain which course you are applying for.
- Remind the tutor of relevant work you completed.
- Ask for the reference and explain when it is needed.
At least 150 words. 20-minute practice.
Write to someone you know in a professional or practical relationship. Cover all three points with a polite, personal register.
What to review next
Check every task requirement, paragraph organisation, word choice and sentence accuracy. Revise your response after reviewing any feedback you choose to request.
A focused practice result shows how you did on these tasks. Use several activities across skills to decide what to study next; one practice score does not certify an overall CEFR level.