You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
You are currently taking a course at a college but you will need to have a week off during this course.
Write a letter to the college Principal. In the letter
• give details of your course
• explain why you need a week off
• say what you want the Principal to do.
Write at least 150 words.

MODEL ANSWER:

Dear Sir,

I am an overseas student in the department of Natural Science. I am writing this letter to request a week off as I have a medical appointment.

My name is Johnson and my Student ID is T 5493. This is my second semester, and I have been attending the course regularly without fail. Yesterday, I had an appointment with a dentist as I had severe tooth pain. After the investigation, she informed me that I have tooth decay and advised a root canal. She posted the procedure 11 am, this Monday. She also advised me that I have to take a week’s rest.

It would be appreciated if you would give me permission to be absent for the period and stay in the hostel room. I assure that I can join the class by the next Monday and report before the department head.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Yours faithfully,

Johnson

Word count: 153