Task 1.In the GT Writing Module you may be asked to write a letter of application for a job. You will need to use a range of vocabulary, some quite specialized, in your letter.
Complete the letter with words from the box.
| Dear Sir,
I am writing to apply for the 1 ______________ of Sales Manager advertised on 3rd of March in The Times newspaper. I have worked for the past two years as a junior 2 _______________ in an electronics company in the Marketing 3______________. I feel now is the right time to apply for a higher position as I believe I have gained the necessary 4______________.I am a 5 ____________ engineer (see the enclosed 6___________) and believe I have excellent management 7____________. My 8________ at present is £ 25,000 a year. I realize that the9 ____________ date for applications was last Friday, but I hope that you will still be willing to consider my application. I am available for 10 ____________ at any time. I look forward to hearing from you in the near future.
Yours faithfully,
JASON STEPHENSON
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| Closing CV Department experience interview manager post qualified
Salary skills
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Task 2. Structuring the essay
You will gain marks if you essay is structured appropriately. This model may help you:
· an introductory paragraph followed by
· two to three paragraphs giving your reasons and examples from your own knowledge or experience followed by
· a concluding paragraph
| Useful language
The Introduction
First of all, I would like to say that…
There is no doubt that…
Although some people say that…, I believe that…
Giving reasons and examples from experience
The most important point is…
Secondly…
Next…
I can illustrate this with an example from my own experience.
… such as …
The Conclusion
Finally,…
To sum up, …
In conclusion, …
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Task 3. Writing a letter. You will have to write a letter.
The letter will be about a particular situation / problem.
| Useful language
Purpose of letter
I am writing to …
suggest that… apologise for…
complain about … ask for your help with…
explain… apply for ….
invite you to….. give advice about….
thank you for… say how sorry I am about/ that…
Polite requests
I would appreciate it if you would/could …
I would be greatful if you would/could …
Saying ‘No’ politely
I’m afraid that… I’m sorry that…
Ending
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
I hope to hear from you in the near future.
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