Article/Letter/Report/Review

Choice of tasks

Write an answer to one of the questions in this part. Write your answer in 280-320 words in an appropriate style.

2. You have been asked to write a review for an English-language online magazine aimed at well-travelled young professionals. The magazine is running a feature called '48 Hours in…' and wants honest recommendations as well as practical guidance. Write a review of a city-break destination you have visited recently. In your review, you should: • assess how well the destination works for a short (two-day) visit • evaluate at least two specific experiences (e.g. a museum, neighbourhood, food market, walking tour, performance, day trip) • comment on value for money, including at least one cost-related detail (e.g. transport passes, entry fees, eating out) • advise readers on who the destination would and would not suit, and why You should write 280–320 words.

Write 280-320 words in an appropriate style.

A Weekend to Remember?

An online magazine is publishing a '48 Hours in…' feature and has commissioned you to review a city you visited recently, focusing on suitability for a two-day itinerary, standout experiences, costs, and reader fit.

3. You recently attended a meeting about improving cultural life in your area. The local council has invited residents to apply for small grants to run community projects. You have decided to write a letter to the council’s Community Development Officer proposing an arts initiative that will bring together people of different ages and backgrounds. Write a letter explaining what your project would involve, why it is needed, how it would benefit the community, and how you would ensure it is well managed and inclusive. You should also address possible concerns about cost and participation. Write your letter in 280–320 words.

Funding a Community Arts Initiative

A local council is offering small grants for community projects; the writer is a resident proposing an arts initiative to improve cultural life and social cohesion

4. You have been asked by your local council to write a report on how to improve the city’s night-time economy while minimising disruption to residents. Your report should be based on feedback collected from local business owners, residents’ associations and visitors. In your report, you should: - evaluate the current strengths and weaknesses of the city centre after 6 p.m. - recommend practical measures to make evening and late-night activities safer, more appealing and more inclusive - consider how to reduce noise, litter and anti-social behaviour Write your report for the council’s Night-time Strategy Committee. Write 280–320 words.

Improving the City’s Night-time Economy

The local council is developing a night-time strategy and has requested a report informed by feedback from business owners, residents’ associations and visitors about the city centre after 6 p.m.