Food Festival Stall Application

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Read the situation below and write an email in response. You have 9 minutes. You should write 80–120 words.

You are planning to operate a food stall at an upcoming municipal summer festival. You need to confirm your participation with the event coordinator and resolve a few logistical questions before submitting your final paperwork. Write an email to the festival coordinator, Ms Harrison.

Explain what products you intend to sell at the stall.
Ask about access to electrical outlets and setup timings.
Suggest a brief phone call to finalise the application details.

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0 words · target 50–120 · 9 minutes in the test · spell-check is off, as in the test

Questions 2–3

Read the situation below and write an email in response. You have 9 minutes. You should write 80–120 words.

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Film Festival Shift Change

You are scheduled to volunteer as an usher at an independent short film festival next weekend. However, an urgent personal appointment means you can no longer attend your Saturday afternoon shift. Write an email to the volunteer supervisor, Mr Davies.

Explain why you are unable to work during your assigned shift on Saturday.
Ask if it is possible to swap duties with another volunteer or cover Sunday instead.
Suggest assisting with the venue setup on Friday evening to help the team.

Lantern Festival Travel Arrangements

You and your friend are planning to visit an annual regional lantern festival in a neighbouring town next month. You need to agree on your itinerary, discuss transport options, and purchase tickets. Write an email to your friend, Alex.

Explain which musical performances and lantern workshops you want to attend.
Ask whether they prefer travelling by train or sharing driving duties.
Suggest booking admission passes this week to take advantage of the early-bird discount.

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