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CELPIP, Writing Task 1: Writing an Email

Request For Community Garden Plot: sample answer

A model answer to this exam-style CELPIP writing an email question, written to a level 10 target. See the question, the full answer and exactly why it works, then try it yourself.

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Task
Writing an Email
Time
27 minutes
Answer length
172 words
Written to
Level 10 target

The question

Situation

Your city offers small garden plots to residents. You want to apply for one this spring.

Task

Write an email to the community garden coordinator in about 150-200 words. In your email:

  • Explain why you are interested in a garden plot
  • Describe your gardening experience
  • Ask about availability, fees, and rules

Sample answer

Linking words are highlighted: they show the structure a rater follows.

Dear Garden Coordinator,

I am writing to express my strong interest in obtaining one of the small garden plots offered to residents by our city, as I would love to apply for a plot this spring. Having a designated space to grow my own organic vegetables and flowers is very important to me because it promotes a healthier lifestyle and helps me connect more deeply with the local community.

Regarding my background, I have plenty of practical gardening experience from tending to my family backyard for over five years, where I successfully grew tomatoes, leafy greens, and various herbs. I am quite familiar with composting, watering schedules, and basic plant maintenance.

Could you please let me know if there are any plots still available for the upcoming season, and what the associated annual fees are? Additionally, I would appreciate it if you could share a copy of the community garden rules and guidelines so I can ensure I comply with all policies.

Thank you for your time and assistance.

Sincerely,

Jordan Lee

172 words

Why it works

What you can measure in this answer, and what CELPIP raters mark.

  • The right length. 172 words: inside the required 150–200, in 7 paragraphs.
  • Clear links between ideas: “because”. They make the answer easy to follow, which raters reward under coherence.
  • 7 paragraphs, each with its own job, so the reader can follow the answer at a glance.

How CELPIP marks writing an email

  • Content & CoherenceLevel 1–12

    Enough relevant ideas, organised clearly and supported with detail.

  • VocabularyLevel 1–12

    Words chosen precisely and appropriately for the topic.

  • ReadabilityLevel 1–12

    Paragraphing, linking words, grammar, spelling and punctuation.

  • Task FulfillmentLevel 1–12

    Answers every part, with the right tone and length.

Writing Task 1: Writing an Email guide Template Tips

Common questions

How many words should a CELPIP Writing Task 1: Writing an Email answer have?

The task asks for 150 to 200 words, written in 27 minutes. This sample is 172 words.

How is CELPIP Writing Task 1: Writing an Email scored?

CELPIP marks it on Content & Coherence, Vocabulary, Readability, Task Fulfillment, each on a Level 1 to 12 scale. Your result for the task comes from these together.

Is this a real CELPIP question?

No. It's an original, exam-style question written to match the official format. Nobody can legally publish real test questions.

Should I memorise this answer?

No. Use it to see the structure, length and linking words that work, then answer in your own words. Memorised answers rarely fit a new question and raters notice.

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