Read the situation below and write an email in response. You have 9 minutes. You should write 80–120 words.
You are coordinating a retirement present for a long-serving colleague, Arthur, who is leaving your department at the end of next month. You need to gather voluntary contributions and decide on a suitable present. Write an email to your team colleagues about the arrangement.
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Read the situation below and write an email in response. You have 9 minutes. You should write 80–120 words.
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You recently received an expensive kitchen appliance as a wedding gift from a relative, but you already own a similar model. You do not possess the purchase receipt. Write an email to the customer service manager of the department store where the item was bought.
You are coordinating a local holiday gift drive to collect presents for families in need. The manager of your local community centre has offered space in the lobby for a collection point. Write an email to the community centre manager to finalise the details.
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