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CELPIP, Writing Task 1: Writing an Email

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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
166 words
Written to
Level 10 target

The question

Situation

You are new at work and would like advice from a senior colleague about developing your career in the company.

Task

Write an email to a senior colleague in about 150-200 words. In your email:

  • Describe the situation or problem clearly
  • Explain how it affects you or others
  • State what action, information, or solution you would like

Sample answer

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

Dear Ms. Patel,

I am writing to ask for your help with a recent problem. I am new at work and would like advice from a senior colleague about developing my career in the company. I understand that mistakes can happen, but I need a clear response and a practical solution.

I have tried to deal with the situation patiently, but it has not yet been resolved. Because of this, I am contacting you directly and asking for the matter to be reviewed. Good communication would make a big difference, especially because I need to know what will happen next.

I would appreciate it if you could meet with me for a short mentoring conversation. I am happy to send supporting documents if they will help you investigate. Please respond by email within the next few business days so I can plan accordingly.

Thank you for taking the time to look into this. I hope the issue can be resolved quickly and fairly.

Sincerely, Alex Morgan

166 words

Why it works

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

  • The right length. 166 words: inside the required 150–200, in 6 paragraphs.
  • Clear links between ideas: “because”. They make the answer easy to follow, which raters reward under coherence.
  • 6 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 166 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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